Weekend Flying Club – Shuttleworth

Activity Description

British Young Pilots Weekend Club Give your child the opportunity to experience the exciting world of aviation through our hands-on, instructor-led Wings Course. Designed for aspiring pilots and aviation enthusiasts aged 11–17, students attend five fortnightly sessions where they develop real aviation knowledge and practical skills. Throughout the course, students learn about:

Aircraft controls and how aeroplanes fly
Winds, weather and cloud formation
Navigation using maps, compasses and ground features
Straight and level flight, turning flight and circuit flying
Slow flight, stalls and basic flight testing
Aircraft design and flight principles
Practical flying using flight simulators

Led by experienced aviation professionals, every session combines STEM learning, practical activities and simulator flying in a fun and supportive environment. Students also have the opportunity to progress through our structured training pathway, with optional real flying experiences available through our partner airfields. Whether your child dreams of becoming a pilot or simply loves aviation, our Weekend Clubs are a fantastic way to build confidence, develop new skills and make friends who share their passion.