Microlight training

[Omaruk]

Thinking about training for a microlight licence. Question is should I train for 3 axis or weight shift? Can a conversion course be done and if so how much or how many hours?

[anonymous-user]

I would suggest that you go for three axis, as modern three axis microlights are quite similar to other light single engined aircraft, and so you could if you liked convert later to what are still (somewhat anachronistically) referred to as Group A types (the rules don't call them that anymore). Also, three axis types are arguably more comfortable and passenger friendly than weight shifters. I do not know about converting between the two types, but do not suppose that it would be a lengthy process.

[mrloudly]

Depends what type of flying you want to do. If you want to go touring in comfort, three axis are very good. If you want too feel part of the environment and alive, weightshift every time!
I have three hundred odd hours on group A aircraft (three axis) and about 250 on weightshift microlights. Put both types in front of me and I'll go for the flex everytime because I fly for fun :-)
I converted from three axis in about four hours. You'll find good instructors will put you through some pretty heavy handling tests to ensure you don't show control reversal trends!
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Brilliant fun!

Andy G-TANA

[Smart roadster]

Give both types a try and see which you prefer. It is quite straight forward to convert from one type to another so there is nothing to stop you flying both types. I have just gone flex from 3 axis but I still have a 3 axis machine. The flex is very different and a very good laugh.