West Lancashire Microlight School

I recently converted from Group A flying at a large ATC controlled airport, and it's the best thing I've done for my flying. The Ikarus is amazing and has great availability with online calendar booking and I often fly on the off-chance as well. The airfield is great - challenging but adequate runways and you're always more or less into wind with the options. I can't think of a more cost effective and fun way to fly, all whilst maintaining an SEP rating thats still valid for Group A. There's a good humoured club atmosphere, with all the facilities you'd need - I'd recommend both for new students, and seasoned flyers that want the grass roots experience and to have the freedom that you just can't get flying off tarmac.
Feb 17th, 2023

Me and my dad both had a flight recently and both really enjoyed it. Been to this flying site before a couple of times and have always enjoyed the experience. Carl is both friendly and professional and clearly knows the aircraft well. He is very clear when explaining how to operate the aircraft. Excellent tuition. We cannot wait to go back for more flying lessons. Nothing was too much trouble for Carl and the people on the airfield are all very friendly and approachable. Good location too. If wanting to learn to fly, would definitely recommend West Lancs.
Feb 13th, 2023

I bought a voucher for my partner last year and she finally got around to using it today. She thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would love to go again. Carl was brilliant, explained everything very clearly, friendly and ensured she was comfortable throughout the flight. Would definitely recommend!
Nov 27th, 2022

Very disappointing. Bought a 2 hour voucher as a gift. Each booking was cancelled due to bad weather even though one of the days booked was a lovely sunny day. The voucher eventually expired but the online booking system still let us go ahead and book, fortunately it was cancelled again as they informed us we would have been turned away. Person I spoke to was very unhelpful, didnt like his attitude. No refund offered and was just not prepared to help in any way. Would not recommend this place to anyone.
Nov 20th, 2022

I bought a 20 min flying experience voucher for my dad and I for fathers day earlier this year. We both flew today and thoroughly enjoyed it. The microlight looked very new and the flight was fantastic. The weather was great, so we managed to spot blackpool, the isle of mann, anglesea, widnes and manchester during the flight. The pilot gave a fab commentary all the way around. My dad wants us to visit there again which basically says it all!
Sep 17th, 2022