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Embark on Your Aviation Journey with Marlborough Flying Club

Nestled in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside near Swindon, Marlborough Flying Club at Draycot Aerodrome is your gateway to the skies. Whether you’re dreaming of leisurely weekend flights, an exhilarating commercial career, or the prestige of piloting private jets, we’re here to guide your ascent.

  • Learning To Fly

Discover Your Path

Marlborough Flying Club at Draycot Aerodrome is your gateway to the skies.

Draycot Aerodrome home of Marlborough Flying Club pilot training

Recreational Flying

  • Experience the joy of piloting our Cessna 172 over the stunning Marlborough Downs
  • Master aerobatic thrills in our rare Robin R2160 Alpha Sport
  • Plan family adventures with multi-crew certifications
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Commercial Aviation

  • Fast-track your airline career with our IFR-equipped Piper PA-28 training
  • Explore unique fixed-wing to rotorcraft transition courses
  • Build hours towards your Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL)
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Luxury and Private Aviation

  • Prepare for private jet piloting with advanced twin-engine training
  • Learn VIP protocols and executive aircraft systems for corporate flying
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Why Choose Marlborough Flying Club?

Whether you're dreaming of leisurely weekend flights, an exhilarating commercial career, or the prestige of piloting private jets, we're here to guide your ascent.

  • Access to a premium fleet matching private aviation standards
  • Master short-field techniques on our challenging 700m grass runway
  • Flexible partnerships with 12 CAA-approved schools, including EASA-certified programs
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Transitioning to Commercial Flying

Advancing from recreational to commercial flying requires honing specific skills:

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Technical Proficiency

  • Advanced maneuvers and precision flying
  • Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) mastery
  • Complex aircraft systems management
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Critical Soft Skills

  • Decisive risk assessment using the DECIDE model
  • Crew Resource Management (CRM)
  • Strict adherence to commercial aviation regulations
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Certification Pathways

  • Progress from Private Pilot License (PPL) to Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
  • Accumulate the necessary flight hours (250+ for CPL, 1500+ for ATPL)
  • Upgrade your medical certification to Class 1
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Our Premium Offering

While we don’t provide direct flight instruction, Marlborough Flying Club offers:

  • Curated partnerships with leading UK flying schools
  • Exclusive access to our diverse aircraft fleet for training
  • Tailored school matching based on your aviation goals
  • Members-only rates on aircraft rentals post-certification

Elevate your ambitions at Draycot Aerodrome, where every takeoff rewrites possibility. From your first flight to your commercial transition, we’re here to support your journey through the skies.

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Send Us A Message

fly@marlboroughflyingclub.com

Call Us

+447476559946

Location

Draycot Aerodrome, Chiseldon, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 0HX

Opening Hours

Mon - Fri. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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