Office Staff – Cambridge Gliding Centre

Cambridge Gliding Centre Takes Flight at Duxford Flying Finale 2024

by Office StaffClub News 18 September 202418 September 2024No Comments

Cambridge Gliding Centre is excited to announce that it will be attending and exhibiting at the Duxford Flying Finale on Saturday, 5th October 2024. This thrilling event, held at the historic IWM Duxford, marks the end of the airshow season. Visitors will have the opportunity to witness spectacular flying displays, including performances from the iconic …

Riaz Takes to the Skies: First Solo Flight!

by Office StaffClub News, Solo 12 September 202418 September 2024No Comments

Exciting news from the airfield! This week, Riaz has taken the monumental step of flying solo for the first time. Under the careful instruction of David Williams, our newest solo pilot confidently soared through the skies, achieving a milestone that every aviator dreams of. The solo flight marks a significant achievement in any pilot’s journey, …

New Solo Pilots Take to the Skies: Congratulations to Harry and Till!

by Office StaffClub News, Solo 3 September 20243 September 2024Comments are Disabled

As we approach the tail end of the soaring season this August, the skies over our airfield are still buzzing with activity. While some might think the season is winding down, it’s clear that the passion for flying is as strong as ever, with two of our newest pilots achieving a significant milestone. This month, …

CGC Returned to Little Gransden Airshow August 25th

by Office StaffClub News 29 August 2024Comments are Disabled

Pip Schoobert, the overall organiser of the Little Gransden Airshow, could not have been more helpful in helping CGC return to the show – from giving us the absolute prime spot to ensuring that between both the official airside handlers and CGC we were able to display PZ and our new gazebo and feather flags …

Congratulations Merlin Ohta, Winner of the Silver Award in the Sports Class at the Saltby Open Aerobatic Competition

by Office StaffClub News, Competitions, Public Events 19 July 202418 September 2024Comments are Disabled

🎉 Saltby Open Aerobatic Competition Recap! by Merlin Ohta Last weekend marked the first Saltby Open Aerobatic Competition since COVID, and it was an incredible event with a fantastic atmosphere! We’re excited to share some insights and invite you to join next year’s competition. 🚀 🏆 What’s Involved in a Competition? During our aerobatics competition, …

The Thrill of the Thermals : A First Experience of Gliding

by Office StaffAbout Gliding, Learning, Public Events, Trial Flights 17 June 202418 June 2024Comments are Disabled

One of the attendees of our Women’s Go Gliding Weekend wrote this post about her experience and it’s truly inspiring! Check it out here

General Aviation Safety Council presentation at CGC

by Office StaffGeneral, Learning, Public Events 22 April 202422 April 2024Comments are Disabled

Calling All Pilots: Spring Safety Refresher and Social at Gransden Lodge Airfield. Everyone is welcome! Brush up on safety and connect with fellow aviators at the General Aviation Safety Council (GASCo) presentation this Friday, April 26th! The event will be held at the Gransden Lodge Airfield clubhouse starting at 7:30 PM (with the bar opening …