Welcome to the Ulster Flying Club

Ireland Flying Gift VoucherThe Ulster Flying Club (UFC) was founded in 1961 and over this period has grown to become Northern Ireland's largest flying school and one of the largest, non commercial training, flying organizations in Ireland.

Since commencing operations from Newtownards aerodrome the UFC has established itself as a leading provider of aviation services, ranging from trial lessons to PPL training, night ratings to IMC all provided in a friendly and welcoming environment.

All instructors with the UFC are trained to Civil Aviation Authority highest standards and combined they fly over 2500 instructional hours each year, no mean feat. Hand in hand with an impeccable safety record the UFC can be proud to provide safety minded and experienced staff, to make your time with us as enjoyable as possible.

Ireland Flying Gift Voucher So why not come along and see the wide range of services provided at the Ulster Flying Club? Gift vouchers for trial lessons offer an excellent introduction to flying, click here or telephone 02891 813327 for details. Microlight lessons are also available from the Ulster Microlight Centre, an aviation partner of the UFC.

 
Red Arrows Display, Newcastle Co. Down, Sat 7th Aug 16:40 to 17:20 local

As part of the Harry Ferguson Festival of Flight being held in Newcastle, Co. Down there will be a Red Arrows display on Sat 7th Aug 2010 between 16:40 and 17:20 local time. If you are planning to fly in that area be careful not to infringe the Restricted Area (Temporary).

More information is available in this AIC or by phoning the AIS information line on 0500 354802.

 
CEO of the BMAA to visit on Fri 13th Aug 2010 at 6:30pm

Mr. Geoff Weighell, the CEO of the BMAA and Chairman of the microlight panel of examiners, will visit the Ulster Flying Club on Friday 13th August, 2010 at 6:30pm in the clubhouse.

Geoff will give an overview of current and future issues which are likely to affect recreational flying.

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A History Of Newtownards Airport

Ron Armstrong has written a fascinating account of the airport's history from construction to the present day. It can be downloaded here.

 
152 Back in Service

Our Cessna 152, G-BNKR, is due back in service on Saturday 17th July. Due to her new engine the hourly rates have had to be increased, however new hour building rates are available. Full details are on our prices page.

 
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