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Book Your Gliding Experience in Devon from Honiton, England

Experience a totally unique flight from Honiton, England where you take off under power from an 80hp Rotax engine, climb to around one mile above sea level, then watch as we slowly reduce power so the engine can gently cool; after about a minute you’ll experience the moment the engine stops and the aircraft becomes a true glider with a remarkable 24:1 glide ratio - giving you 15–20 minutes of silent, engineless flight and the chance to soar with the birds if you catch thermals - a memorable adventure you can easily book through Varoom when planning your trip to Honiton.

About this activity in Honiton

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Highlights

  • Experience a one-of-a-kind engineless glide after takeoff in an aircraft powered by an 80hp Rotax engine, giving you an unforgettable aerial perspective near Honiton.
  • Climb to around one mile above sea level, then witness the pilot reduce power and cool the engine before switching off for a true silent flight.
  • Enjoy 15–20 minutes of peaceful, engine-free soaring with a 24:1 glide ratio - and potentially longer if you ride thermals and circle with local birds.
  • Perfect for adventure-seekers, couples and families wanting a calm, scenic flying experience that highlights the countryside around the area.

Important Information

  • You’ll begin under power to reach altitude safely; the engine is eased and stopped only after reaching cruising height so you transition into a proper glider.
  • Silent flight time is typically 15–20 minutes but depends on conditions - if thermals form you may be able to extend the glide by soaring.
  • This activity is suitable for a wide range of groups, including families and couples, and combines the thrill of flight with relaxed, quiet observation of the landscape.
  • Weather and atmospheric conditions around Honiton affect duration and routing, so exact times and sights may vary on the day.

Meeting Point

Meet at the designated airfield briefing area supplied at booking - you’ll be given exact directions and check-in time for the flying base near Honiton ahead of your experience.

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You’ll take off and climb away using an 80hp Rotax engine, which provides the power for the initial ascent described in the experience.
Once the engine is stopped you should have about 15–20 minutes of silent engineless flight, and potentially longer if you can find thermals and go soaring.
Yes - if you can find thermals during the engineless glide you may be able to soar and extend your silent flight, potentially flying alongside birds.
After climbing to about one mile above sea level, the pilot will slowly reduce power to let the engine cool, then stop the engine completely so you become a proper glider.
The aircraft achieves a glide ratio of 24 to 1 when it’s operating as a glider, allowing efficient, quiet descent and the potential to cover distance while engineless.
The pilot reduces engine power at about one mile above sea level to allow the engine to cool for roughly a minute, then stops it completely, at which point you transition into a proper glider for silent flight.