SkyWest Aviation

To take part in this offer there is a minimum of 10 hour booking required (this is standard practice amongst all schools in order to obtain a reduced rate). We will then allocate you a desired 7 days (usually Saturday to Saturday) which you have to complete your hours. Any hours you do not manage to fly due to weather will be carried over and can be flown with arrangement

• Are there any extra charges? All extra charges are included within the price (unlike other schools) ,including landing and handling fees at Newcastle Airfield, fuel surcharges etc. The only extra fees you would be liable for are land away fees at any other airfield. If you are interested in landing away please contact us to discuss your requirements.
• What flight experience must I have? Anybody who has not trained or previously flown with skywest Aviation will be required to undertake a check ride with one of our instructors.
• What documents must I have? A copy of your current in date medical and license will be taken by ourselves and must be carried on you personally during flight along with photo identification.
• Is a safety pilot available during my flying? Yes, a safety pilot can be provided at an extra cost from Newcastle Airfield and must be arranged in advance. Contact usl for more details regarding safety pilots.
• Is an instructor available to practice procedures during my flying? Yes, one of our instructors can be provided at an extra cost from Newcastle airfield and must be arranged in advance. Call for more details regarding an instructor.
• Is there any accommodation available during my stay? Yes, we have an arrangement with a local hotel only 2 miles from the airfield with a rate of 50 euro a night including breakfast. See: www.parkviewhotel.ie The hotel is located in an idyllic village with many local amenities. Transport to and from the airfield can be arranged. Alternatively there are many other hotels and B & B‘s in the Wicklow and Dublin areas you may wish to arrange yourself.
• Can I bring friends/ family with me during my flying? Yes, obviously the dual controls will be removed but you are more than welcome to bring a friend or family member.

  To purchase / avail of this offer email us on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or contacting us on 01-6280088 and we can discuss your requirements.

• Take the exit toward Newtown Mt. Kennedt/R772/Newcastle
• At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Horsefield
• In Newcastle village, turn right onto Main St. Just before the Seat Car Garage take a left onto Sea Rd
• Continue for 1/2 mile and its on the left.