Frequently Asked Questions

Yes – The Leicestershire Aero Club is operated as a private members club.

A full year membership currently costs £380. Part-year prices are available from Reception.

Membership brings many more benefits than just unlimited free landings.

No, we have a fleet of club aircraft available to members. You will train in these aircraft and can then rent them once you have your licence.

3 miles, not far off the A6 near Stoughton.

To obtain a Light aircraft pilot licence (LAPL) costs approximately £6,770. This includes 30 hours flying, 9 ground exam fees, 12 months membership to the club, your joining fee and all basic equipment required to complete the course. Please see our LAPL & PPL comparison page here.

No other qualifications are required, but an aviation medical certificate is required to prove that you are fit enough to fly.

The licence will entitle you to fly in fair weather during daylight.  Pilots can progress to obtain a night rating, instrument rating, aerobatic rating, commercial pilot license, flying instructor license etc.  These are also available from Leicester Airport.

There are 9 written exams, followed by an RT (radio) exam and practical test. These are within the capability of most students and help is offered by Instructors.

A student has to complete a minimum of 45 hours of flight training before taking a skills test.  Your ability to learn and the length of time your training spans may affect the total time.

Flying hours can be logged from the age of 14, first solo flight from the age of 16 and a full PPL license from the age of 17. The minimum age for passengers in club aircraft is 12 for insurance purposes.

Yes, an unaccompanied person may fly from the age of 12.

The bar is open some evenings and is often busy at the weekend. We also have larger, organised events which will be published on the website. Leicestershire Aero Club is a private members club and most events will remain closed to the public.

Week days only require 2/3 days advance notice but weekends require 2/3 weeks as they are the most popular time for bookings.

Leicestershire Aero Club currently has 463 members.

Leicestershire Aero Club is one of the safest flying clubs in the country with an excellent safety record.

No – at the moment you can join straight away.