Dumfries and District Gliding Club

GBFalgunzeon Airfield, Kirkgunzeon, Dalbeattie, DG5 4PH, GB-DG5 4PH Dalbeattie
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Contact information

City and Postal Code
Dalbeattie DG5 4PH
Coordinates
54.947054
-3.7406567

Trainings

  • Air experience flights
  • Glider solo training
  • Winch launch training
  • Ground operations
  • Maintenance

Aircraft types

  • Gliders

Brief description Dumfries And District Gliding Club

Dumfries & District Gliding Club is a Scottish gliding club based at Falgunzeon Airfield near Dalbeattie. The club offers air experience flights and full glider training through to solo pilot level, with instruction also covering winch launching, ground operations and maintenance.

It is a small, friendly club with weekend flying year-round, weather permitting, and junior gliding listed on the site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dumfries and District Gliding Club located?
Dumfries and District Gliding Club is based at Falgunzeon Airfield near Dalbeattie, with the club address listed as Dumfries DG5 4PH in the UK. Visitors are welcome, and the clubhouse overlooks the launch and landing area.
What training does Dumfries and District Gliding Club offer?
The club says it offers everything from an air experience flight to full training to become a solo glider pilot. It also teaches members about winch launching, ground operations, and maintenance.
How much does it cost to fly with Dumfries and District Gliding Club?
A trial lesson voucher is £70 and includes up to 15 minutes soaring or 2 circuits, plus 1 month of full club membership. Flying fees include £8 for a club-aircraft winch launch and £0.30 per minute soaring charge for the first 2 hours.
Does Dumfries and District Gliding Club welcome new members?
Yes. The club describes itself as small and friendly, and says visitors are always made welcome. Membership options include full flying, junior, associate, temporary, and family-related subscriptions.
What are Dumfries and District Gliding Club’s opening and flying times?
The club says it flies every weekend throughout the year, weather permitting. From spring to autumn, it also flies on weekdays and sometimes holds full flying weeks during the holiday season.
What languages does Dumfries and District Gliding Club support?
The club’s website is in English, and the available information lists English as the supported language.

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