Flying training

Formation Flying

A structured introduction to the planning, handling and teamwork required for formation operations.

Course overview

Training shaped around you.

LFC combines experienced instruction, suitable club aircraft and a supportive environment at Cotswold Airport.

Exact hours, prerequisites and availability depend on your previous experience and current CAA requirements. The club will review your needs before confirming a training plan.

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Published prices

Plan your training.

Aircraft hire is charged per tacho hour. Instructor time is charged chock to chock. Fees and course content are subject to change.

Formation trainingPriced by aircraft

Aircraft hire is charged at the applicable club rate, with instruction at £42 per chock-to-chock hour. The training team will confirm aircraft and programme.

Course guide

What to expect.

The useful syllabus and preparation information is included here so you can review it without opening separate documents.

Formation syllabus

Formation flying develops accurate handling, planning, concentration, discipline and airmanship.

Station keeping and relative movement
Joining and breaking formation
Formation departures and recoveries
Formation leading, briefing and debriefing
Training is tailored to aircraft, experience and instructor availability

Course enquiry

Formation Flying

Tell us a little about your flying experience and what you would like to achieve. A member of the team will respond to your enquiry.