Microlight Flying School – Rise Above the Clouds

Student Section

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Welcome to the Student Section. This resource has been designed to help our students with guides and links.  As this page will be regularly updated please check back often. If there is anything you would like to see here, please let your instructor know.

Preparation for Flight – How to find and understand aviation weather forecasts/ How to check NOTAMs. (PDF Document)

Standard Overhead Joins and Flying in the Circuit – Information on standard overhead joins and tips on flying safely in the circuit.

The Standard Overhead Join Supplement -Simple diagram explaining the procedures for a standard overhead arrival.

Aerofoils, Lift and Drag – A general overview of the principles of flight.

Reading the Weather Ahead – Signs to look out for and when to turn back.

Eshott Airfield Circuit Procedures – Information about flying in the circuit at Eshott.

The Written Exams – Mock exams for you to practice (provided by microlightexams.co.uk).

The EV-97 Pilot’s Operating Handbook – A generic copy of the Eurostar POH.

Using The Radio – A guide to help build confidence when using the radio.

Safety Sense Leaflets - Regular leaflets published by the CAA on different safety matters.