Gliding is an aviation sport conducted all over the world with National and International competitions held annually. There are a number of awards issued by the Federation Aeronautique Internationale in recognition of gliding achievements. Click on the link below to view the progress paths available through this exciting sport.

Wellington Gliding Club Progress Paths

There are a two ways to get you started on your way to becoming a Soaring Pilot with our club through packages that we offer:
  Pay as you go
  Pre-Pay to Solo

Pay as you go

Pay your club membership fee and then for each flight as you go. This option is best for those who are familiar with flying and are expected to advance quickly.

Training over Summer

The club runs a seven day a week operation of the period from December to March. The operation is fully staffed with instructors, tow pilot, and ground controller. We can even text you on a daily with the conditions on the field.

Mid week training slots are much sort after and are best booked in advance. 

Prepay to Solo

This plan has been put in place as an optional form of membership to the Wellington Gliding Club to provide potential members with a fixed price for flight training to solo standard. The plan does not guarantee a member his/her first solo flight within the 6 month time frame and 40 flights, but experience shows us that students of average ability should attain the standard required for a safe and satisfying first solo flight in one of our two-seater aircraft. All flying done after the first solo flight is charged at normal Club rates.

The cost of the plan is only $3200

Payment is by two installments. The plan is made up of two sections which payment portions are as follows:

Stage one - $1600 paid prior to starting
This includes 6 months club membership, Club joining fees, GNZ affiliation, 1 Log book, 1 C Certificate Manual, Attendance at C Certificate Lectures, 6 Months Subscription to Gliding Kiwi magazine, Flight training to 12 flights maximum

Stage two - $1600 paid prior to continuation beyond flight number 12
This includes the above plus flight training to the 1st solo or the 40th flight whichever occurs first. Refunds or unused prepayments are not payable or transferable.

Plan members will enjoy full membership of the Wellington Gliding Club and its facilities and likewise be bound by its rules.

Plan membership does not imply or involve any special rights or priorities over other Club members.

If plan members wish to remain a member of the Club after expiry of their 6-months membership they will be required to pay the balance of the annual sub to the end of the financial year.

For more details contact us...