Air Experience Flights
Soar above the stunning Camden landscape in a two-seater glider with one of our experienced instructors. Choose the package that suits you best.
You're not just a passenger. During your flight, if you'd like to, you'll have the opportunity to handle the controls yourself under instructor guidance.
Local Experience
Our standard air experience flight with a launch to 3,000 feet. Soar the local Camden area for 20 to 40 minutes.
$280
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Skydance
An extended local flight after a launch to 4,000 feet. Relax in the front seat for a flight lasting 25 to 50 minutes.
$340
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Grand Tour
A high launch over the spectacular Burragorang Valley with views to the ocean and the city skyline. Expect to cruise the sky for 45 minutes to an hour.
Please note: Western Sydney Airport is expected to open in July 2026. This will bring airspace changes, and so from July 2026 we will no longer be able to fly you over the Burragorang Valley. We will do our best to provide you with a comparable flight to the areas South of Camden such as Picton and the Upper Nepean valleys.
$450
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An Air Experience Flight makes a memorable present. Perfect for:
- • Birthdays
- • Christmas presents
- • Teenagers interested in aviation
- • Bucket-list experiences
- • Future pilots
After purchase you'll receive an electronic gift certificate by email — ready to print or forward to the lucky recipient.
Want to learn to fly?
Training packages are also available if you'd like to take the next step and learn to fly gliders yourself:
- Five flight package — $870 with training
- Ten flight package — $1400 with training
What happens on the day
You'll fly in one of our two-seater gliders alongside an experienced instructor. Here's what to expect from arrival to landing.
- 1
Arrival and welcome
Arrive at Camden Airport and meet our club members on the flight line. They'll sign you in and point you in the right direction.
- 2
Safety briefing
Your instructor will walk you through what to expect in the cockpit, including how the controls work and how to strap in.
- 3
Aerotow launch
One of our tugs will tow you up to between 3,000 and 7,000 feet, depending on the package you choose.
- 4
Take the controls
Once you're soaring, your instructor will give you the chance to fly the glider yourself — no experience needed.
- 5
Scenic soaring
Enjoy sweeping views across Camden and the Macarthur region. Bring your phone or a small camera to capture the flight.
- 6
Landing and debrief
After a smooth landing back at Camden, your instructor will discuss the flight with you and answer any questions.
An Air Experience Flight is also known as a Trial Instruction Flight.
What our flyers say
Trusted by first-timers and pilots alike
“Excellent, exciting and exhilarating. Took my partner down to Camden airport to take a glide flight. He couldn't take the smile off his face. Highly recommend Southern Cross Gliding.”
“The club is run by passionate, knowledgeable instructors who go above and beyond to ensure you feel confident and safe during every flight. Highly recommend SCGC for anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure.”
“I love the friendliness and diversity of the fellow pilots and their willingness to help and share knowledge. To fly with eagles or other gliders is an experience beyond anything else I've had in life.”
Can anybody fly?
All aircraft must operate within weight and balance limits for maximum safety. We will assess each person's suitability to fly in our aircraft. We may, in our discretion, decline to fly individuals for operational or safety reasons.
As a guide, a glider passenger or pilot needs to be:
- Health: In general good health. If you have suffered from epilepsy, fits, severe head injury, recurrent fainting, giddiness, blackouts, abnormally high blood pressure or previous heart disease or are taking insulin for the control of diabetes, a medical certificate from a suitably qualified doctor stating you are fit to fly will be needed prior to take-off.
- Age: At least 12 years old — younger children may get distressed when flying, especially without a familiar adult present.
- Weight: Weight not exceeding 100 kg. While certain of our gliders can carry passengers up to 110kg, a lighter instructor is required as pilot in command. If you are in this weight range, please call us well in advance and we will try to accommodate you.
For more information, please see Frequently Asked Questions.