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Take Flight 2006 Round-up

WELLESBOURNE'S Take Flight enjoyed a packed summer schedule of fly-outs and activities, including a gliding experience, aerobatics in Ultimate High's Extra 300s, an open day and barbecue.

New owner Mike Roberts, a property developer, broadcaster and PPL, took Take Flight Aviation in Spring this year. Mike was already a member of the club, and said his decision to run the club was a bit like the TV ad slogan, "I liked the product so much I bought the company!"

Members have enjoyed fly-outs to Waterford, Le Touquet, Lands End, Welshpool, Kemble PFA Rally, Sywell, Duxford and more this year. Film and events evenings, held on the first Wednesday of each month have included Red Bull flight sim racing and a rocket launching evening.

"Our modern, well-equipped premises also double up as a VIP lounge for corporate members who fly out on business or for members who use the premises for meetings," Mike said.

"We played host to the Ferrari Owners Club in the summer who made use of the opportunity to photograph their pride and joy with the Vulcan, based at Wellesbourne.

"Our business is primarily self-fly hire to existing PPLs. We promote furthering our members' skills with IMC and Night Ratings and have an active social scene."
The club's latest arrival to the existing fleet is a Warrior 160. Members can hire this during the week for £89.

W: www.takeflightavaition.co.uk

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Take Flight 2006 Round-up