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Take Flight Aviation 
Shenington
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Take Flight Cabin
Shenington Airfield
Rattlecomb Road
Banbury
OX15 6NY

Tel: 01789 470424​
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Take Flight Aviation

Take Flight Aviation flying club and flight school offers flying lessons, flight training and light aircraft hire.

We are at Enstone Airfield, Shenington Airfield and London Oxford Airport and previously established at Wellesbourne Mountford in Warwickshire for over fifteen years.

Whether you want to learn how to fly and achieve your Private Pilots Licence (PPL), re-validate an old licence, add ratings to your licence or are an experienced pilot looking for a fulfilling flying club; Take Flight offers the answer.

With unrivalled facilities and a fleet of  aircraft, we provide members no limits general aviation aircraft hire without the restrictions imposed by many flying schools, the hassle associated with flying groups or the financial burden of ownership.

​Our unique value is that our pilot members have 24/7 365 days a year access to our self-service aircraft hire, and there's help on hand during office hours from our friendly support team. 

All our team are pilots, so don't hesitate to ask any questions or visit for a tour of our aircraft and facilities. There's lots of information on this website and we don't use any stock images like some, it's all us and our satisfied pilot’s and aviation lovers.
Happy Flying!
 
The Steps to a Private Pilot’s License 

If you wish to fly light aircraft then you will need to obtain a Private Pilot License, or PPL.
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A PPL enables the holder to act as the pilot in command of certain kinds of aircraft.

The training for a PPL usually takes between 45 and 60 hours, depending on the trainee’s previous experience and frequency of lessons. A minimum of 45 hours is required to apply for a licence of which at least 25 are dual hours of training with an instructor and at least 10 supervised solo (which includes at least 5 hours of cross country flight).

The practical side of the training can be generally broken down into three different areas of learning; general handling exercises, circuit flying and navigation.
As well as the practical side of PPL training, there are also written examinations that must be completed. The trainee will need to be well informed on how to fly the aircraft, communication in the air, understanding the weather, among other subjects. 

Anyone over the age of 17, with a good bill of health and good eyesight, with or without glasses can apply for their PPL.  You can start logging hours at 14 and solo at 16. 
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See our PPL guide or get in touch. (Click here)

Not Ready to be a Pilot? How About a One-Off Flying Experience For You or a Loved One?

We have gift vouchers available for those who are buying for a friend or loved one. A flying experience. An ideal present for the person who has everything.
What is it Like to Fly? Let our satisfied pilots and aviation lovers tell you themselves. 

We have many reviews and experiences from our student pilots and aviation fans. From those looking for a one-off experience to many who have been with us from beginner to Private Pilot’s License, and beyond.
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You can read about their experiences and what they love about Take Flight Aviation here

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Pride of Stratford
​WINNER STRATFORD UPON AVON
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

​2017
​WINNER
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AVIATION BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2019

UK  BEST FLYING CLUB 
​2020
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  • HOME
  • WHERE WE ARE
  • MEET THE TEAM
  • WHO WE ARE
  • OUR AIRCRAFT
    • CESSNA 172 SP SKYHAWK
    • FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP
  • OUR BEST SIDE - GALLERY
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2024 GALLERY >
      • PROMS OLD WARDEN 2024
      • POOLEYS DAWN TO DUSK AWARDS 24
      • LE TOUQUET 2024
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2023 GALLERY >
      • POOLEYS DAWN TO DUSK AWARDS 23
      • DABBLING DUCK 23
      • IOW 2023
      • PROMS OLD WARDEN 2023
      • LE TOUQUET 2023
      • ENSTONE BBQ 23
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2022 GALLERY >
      • TOP GUN CHRISTMAS PARTY 22
      • DABBLING DUCK OUT
      • WELSHPOOL 22
      • JERSEY 2022
      • PROMS OLD WARDEN 2022
      • IOW 2022
      • ENSTONE BBQ 22
      • KITTY HAWK
      • GO-KARTING 2022
      • LE TOUQUET 2022
      • OAKSEY PARK 2022
      • ENSTONE BBQ
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2021 GALLERY >
      • ELECTRIC DREAMS PARTY 21
      • POOLEYS DAWN TO DUSK AWARDS 21
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2019 GALLERY >
      • WELSHPOOL
      • OAKSEY PARK 2019
      • Monaco 2019
      • LILLE / IOW
      • BST FLY-OUT
      • NETHERLANDS
      • TURWESTON CURRY
      • HINTON 2019 FLY OUT
      • BRIMPTON
      • GO-KARTING 2019
      • LEGENDS PARTY 2019
      • SWA BBQ
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2018 GALLERY
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2017 GALLERY
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2016 GALLERY >
      • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2015 GALLERY
    • FLY-OUTS & EVENTS 2014 GALLERY
    • THE OLD FLEET
    • VIDEOS
  • SAFETY HAZARD REPORT FORM
  • MEMBERSHIP DETAILS
  • RESOURCE CENTRE
  • CONTACT US
    • PRIVACY POLICY