What is the Course?

This is a four day course specially designed for young people aged 12 -18. Participants get a fascinating and exciting introduction to aviation and to boost everyday skills such as teamwork and organisation. The programme (previously known as the Junior Aspiring Pilot Programme) is run by Aerobility staff and volunteers and will give participants both aviation knowledge on the ground and in the air!

As a participant, you will learn about topics such as principles of flight, how to talk over a radio, how airfields operate and how to navigate your aircraft through the skies. You will also then have the opportunity to put the theory into practice through multiple flights at the controls of one of our aircraft.

Who can apply?

Ever thought of exploring the skies? Even if you haven’t now is your chance to try!

This programme is for disabled individuals from the ages of 12-18

When do applications open?

Applications for the next 2026 Junior Aviation Course open at 4pm on Tuesday 23rd March 2026.

When does the course take place?

The next course will take place on the following dates:

Lydd: 26th May - 28th May 2026

Does it cost anything?

Nope! The course is free to attend.

Where is the course?

This course is being held at Lydd Airport.

We are likely to be holding further courses at Blackbushe Airport and Tatenhill Airfield in the future. Please follow us on social media or sign up to our email newsletter for updates.