CAA Approved Flying Lessons & Trial Flights in Peterborough
Take the controls over Cambridgeshire with direct trial flight gift vouchers & CAA PPL flight training at Sibson Airfield.
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Take the Controls Over Rutland Water
Professional flight instruction from our CAA certified team.
Real Flight Training at Sibson
Explore authentic views of our aircraft fleet and Sibson grass runway.
G-BAXY on the Grass at Sibson
Solo First Take-Off at Sibson
NPPL Microlight at Sibson Aerodrome
What Our Flyers Say
Don't just take our word for it—read our 5-star Google Reviews.
"Wonderful flight school. Very friendly team with a wealth of experience. They make everything straightforward and hassle-free from start to finish."
"Whether you’re looking to get your pilot’s licence or just fancy trying a flying experience, Peterborough Flying School will not disappoint. They make every step of your journey enjoyable."
"I booked a flight for an hour for my wife and two daughters. We flew with pilot Dave and the experience was just amazing! Very professional and friendly service and the views were amazing!"
"Great experience with Peterborough flying school. Very welcoming and experienced team. Our pilot Stuart was very friendly and made the experience very enjoyable. Highly recommend."
Trial Flying Lessons & Gift Vouchers
Every flight includes a one-to-one briefing with a certified CAA instructor, hands-on flight time at the controls, our 100% Free Weather Guarantee, and an official pilot logbook entry.
30-Minute Flight (One Person)
Perfect introductory experience. Includes briefing, controls handling, and logbook entry.
30-Minute Flight (Two People)
Share the experience! One person flies while the other enjoys the views from the back.
60-Minute Flight (One Person)
Our most popular gift! They will take full control over Rutland Water, execute climbs, turns, and approaches.
60-Minute Flight (Two People)
Share the experience! One person takes the controls with the instructor while one passenger enjoys the panoramic aerial views from the back.
3-Hour Kickstart
The commitment test. Includes 3 hours of dual instruction, an Official Pilot's Logbook, and your First Training Manual.
5-Hour Foundation
The perfect foundation for your Private Pilot Licence. Get a solid grip on the aircraft controls and master the basics of flight. Includes 5 hours of dual instruction, an official pilot's logbook, and your first training manual.
10-Hour Solo Prep (5% Off)
For the serious future pilot. 10 hours is the critical milestone where you transition from learning the basics to flying the circuit, preparing for your first solo flight. Includes 10 hours of dual instruction (with a 5% block discount), an official pilot's logbook, and your training manual.
30-Minute Aerobatic Flight
High-adrenaline aerobatics! Experience loops, rolls, hammerheads, and inverted flight with an expert.
Land-Away Special
Fly to another airfield, land, have a cup of tea, and fly back. The ultimate day out.
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Take a look around the fleet of aircraft we fly
Official Sibson Airfield fleet details with transparent Solo & Dual wet hire rates.
Piper Cherokee PA-28
G-LIZISpacious low-wing 4-seater ideal for cross-country navigation, hour building, and family air-tours over Rutland Water and Burghley House.
Cessna 150
G-BAXUProven primary 2-seat flight trainer. High-wing design offering excellent ground visibility over Peterborough and Cambridgeshire.
Cessna 150
G-HIVEOur iconic sunset flight line Cessna 150 (G-HIVE). Extremely stable, agile, and cost-effective primary flight instruction.
Cessna 150
G-BAEPDependable Sibson Aerodrome flight line trainer (G-BAEP) with European star tail livery.
Cessna 172
G-BAXYThe premier 4-seater Cessna 172 Skyhawk trainer (G-BAXY). Spacious cabin, high stability, and perfect for advanced navigation.
Ikarus C42 Microlight
G-CJAPModern high-wing microlight trainer G-CJAP. Perfect for NPPL microlight training with economic fuel burn and agile grass performance.
Interactive PPL Financial Transparency Calculator
Calculate your exact Private Pilot Licence investment at Sibson Aerodrome. Pay-as-you-fly flexibility.
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Includes dual instruction, supervised solo flights, and aircraft hire at Sibson Aerodrome.
Itemised Budget BreakdownSibson Aerodrome
All PPL student flight hours (both dual instruction and supervised student solo flights) are billed at the standard flight training rate (£237/hr). Post-licence solo wet rates apply after PPL graduation.
£10,879
*Pay per flight lesson directly after landing. Zero upfront block deposits required!
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Stop paying £237/hr to sit on a taxiway.
At major commercial airports, student pilots often spend 15 to 20 minutes of their expensive lesson time waiting on the taxiway for commercial jet clearance. Not here.
More Time In The Air
A 60-minute lesson at Peterborough means 55 minutes actually flying, not 40.
Fast Taxi Times
Our grass strip means you start up, complete your checks, and take off without the commercial delays.
Relaxed Club Atmosphere
Learn in a friendly, supportive environment surrounded by beautiful Cambridgeshire scenery.
Maximum Airborne Time
Don't waste your training budget on the ground.