Once you have gained your PPL or LAPL, you are able to hire one of our aircraft for your own use, and our location and the surrounding landscape makes Goodwood Aerodrome the ideal choice for self-fly hire in the south of England.
Within minutes you could be cruising over the beautiful south coast beaches, across the Solent to the Isle of Wight or head on towards the rolling hills of Hampshire and Sussex. Head south across the Channel and enjoy lunch in Le Touquet or perhaps a day trip to the Channel Islands, which are just over an hour away.
Rest Your Wings
On your return to Goodwood you can enjoy the facilities of the Old Control Tower Cafe or, as an Aero Club Member, you can relax in the comfortable surroundings of The Kennels, Goodwood's private club for all Goodwood Members.
Aircraft Available For Hire
Cessna Skyhawk
Goodwood Flying School has four new Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP aircraft available for self-fly hire. These state-of-the-art four-seater aircraft are equipped with a Garmin 1000 cockpit and provide the pilot and passengers with a comfortable, safe and pleasurable way to travel.
Piper Super Cub
Our Piper Super Cub started life with the Dutch air force as a L21B. It has been lovingly restored and is used for teaching the all-important tailwheel stick-and-rudder skills that this type of aircraft is renowned for worldwide. We also use it for the farm strip and flying instructor courses and it is much loved by all who fly it.
Stearman
The Stearman is an open-cockpit American military training aircraft and this example was built in 1942. It is flown from the spacious rear cockpit while your passenger sits behind the 9-cylinder radial engine. If you have trained with us on the Cub, progressing onto the Stearman would allow you to develop your tailwheel flying skills further in a heavier, more powerful aircraft.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the aircraft include fuel?
The hire rate includes fuel, VAT and home landing fees at Goodwood Aerodrome, Where possible, you should always leave Goodwood Aerodrome with a full tank.
Is there a minimum hire period?
Summer hours:
• Monday & Tuesday un-restricted
• Wednesday – Sunday up to 2 hours booked no minimum hobbs
• Over 2 hours, we request a minimum 0.5 billable hobbs per hour
• For shorter trips a minimum 0.5 Hobbs per elapsed hour booked
• Overnight stays and charges at the discretion of General Manager
Winter hours:
• Un-restricted
Are there any extras or fuel supplements?
There are no extras to pay Goodwood Flying School, obviously if you land away you are responsible for your landing fees, but circuits at Goodwood won't cost you any extra.
What if I have fuel away from home?
If you need to fuel the aircraft away from Goodwood please keep the receipts and this will be refunded to you.
What does the aircraft insurance cover? Is there an excess?
There are copy insurance documents in the flying school. Subject to you flying under the terms of our hire agreement and insurance, liability is normally limited to the policy excess. If you have any further questions then please do not hesitate to contact us on 01243 755066.
