What is a fixed-wing microlight?
‘Fixed wing’ microlights, also known as ‘3 axis’ or ‘ultralights’ look and feel more like a conventional light aircraft, but are much lighter and more affordable to run. They use elevators, aelerons and a rudder to achieve control through control surfaces mounted on the wings and tail section.
How Much Do microlight planes cost?
The cost of most new single-seat ultralights begins around $9,000. On the used market, it is possible to find an ultralight for around $4,000.
Do you need a license for a microlight?
There is a new licence called the NPPL (M) which stands for National Private Pilot’s Licence for Microlights. This licence is issued to you by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) after you have completed the training course and passed the required flight and ground examinations.
Can anyone fly a microlight?
Microlights are flown by people of all ages from all walks of life. Age is no barrier to flying microlights. If you are old enough to hold a driving licence you are old enough to hold a microlight pilot’s licence. Learning to fly a microlight is a fun experience.
How much will the DarkAero cost?
The projected price for the DarkAero 1 kit is set at $79,900, which includes the airframe, canopy, engine mount, landing gear, and control hardware plus fittings and fasteners.
How much does a ul520is cost?
The list prices are $33,000 & $35,000 but the first ten orders worldwide get 15% off.
How is dark Aero funded?
DarkAero is 100% owned and funded by us three. This was a conscious decision to maintain control of the company vision and to help fuel risk taking, creativity, and attempts at new techniques that hadn’t been seen before with kit aircraft.
What are the advantages of fixed wing microlights?
Fixed-wing microlights allow us to enjoy the experience for longer and take in the sights. It also means you have more time to make decisions than GA pilots flying at higher speeds. Microlights are surprisingly economical.
Is a fixed-wing Microlight licence worth it?
Add in the various medical fees, renewal fees and similar, the fixed-wing microlight licence works out around +30% cheaper year on year. Depending on the aircraft you’re flying you may only need around 200 metres in which to safely land. This just isn’t possible in GA aircraft.
Why choose a microlight?
Microlights use the latest in modern engine technology. They’re not only super reliable but easy to maintain and very economical. The fuel they use is widely available at many big and small airfields across the UK allowing you easy, reliable and safe access to anywhere in the country.
Why move from microlights to general aviation?
If you’re thinking of moving from microlights into GA in the future than the skills and airmanship you learn will be invaluable to you in both experience and skill set. At an average cruise speed of 70 knots (around 80 mph) you get to enjoy the scenery at a slower pace of flight.
