microlight
About us
Devon & Somerset Microlight Club is for anyone with an interest in flying microlight aircraft. We are based at Dunkeswell Airfield, on the border of Devon and Somerset, 15 miles from Exeter - although several of our members fly from farm strips around the two counties and also in Dorset. We have some 65 members who fly both flex-wing and 3-axis types - including Jim Greenshields, Chief Flying Instructor of Somerset Microlights (www.somersetmicrolights.co.uk), who will be happy to assist if you're looking to gain your wings. Once you've got them, or if you're already an old hand, you're very welcome to come and spread them with us. The Club exists to promote safe flying, and the opportunity for like-minded aviators to learn from each other, fly further and enjoy the free airspace and fantastic scenery of the South West.
Annual membership includes unlimited free use of Dunkeswell Airfield (for non-resident aircraft - normal landing fee £5). We also organise fly-out events throughout the year and a 'Jurassic Coast' fly-in every summer. In the winter, club nights offer the chance to meet up, talk about flying and perhaps learn something new from a speaker. Members can also borrow club kit free from the club. Last but not least, the club newsletter is essential reading several times throughout the year.
The Club is recognised by the British
Microlight Aircraft Association.
Membership
Membership costs just £40 per year (April to April - those joining mid-term deduct £3.50 per lapsed month).
Please contact the Membership Secretary, Colin Bishop, on 01305 848445 / 07751 555153 or colinjohnbishop (at) lineone.net.
History
Devon & Somerset Microlight Club was formed in 1985 by Jim Greenshields and two other intrepid fellow flyers. This was in the early days of microlight flying and back then the Club operated from the disused airfield at Smeatharpe, before moving to a patch of land just to the south of the airfield. Somewhere along the way the Club's founder become a qualified instructor and examiner, forming a separate enterprise, Somerset Microlights, which now uniquely resides in Devon!
The Club followed the newly-formed training school to the Taunton Showground before finally establishing itself at Dunkeswell aerodrome. Meeting minutes from the Club's early days reveal an occasional uneasy existence alongside those who don’t understand why people must fly and also shows every effort was taken to meet the needs of the “neighbours”.
Club Kit
The Club has access to over-water safety kit, a flat bed recovery trailer and a marquee party tent. Details of how members can loan these items may be found here.
Committee
2010-11
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Andy Oliver |
Tom Brearley | |||
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| Nick Tomes Treasurer 01626 854185 / 07775 896965 stpauls.dentalpractice (at) virgin.net |
Ray Bowden Secretary 01392 201760 / 07990 720326 sandmole (at) hotmail.com | |||
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Bishop Membership Secretary 01305 848445 / 07751 555153 colinjohnbishop (at) lineone.net |
Fly Outs Position vacant - volunteer needed! | |||
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| Fly Ins Position vacant - volunteer needed! |
Jim
Greenshields Safety Officer 01404 891880 jimgreenshields (at) googlemail.com | |||
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Downloads
Club Constitution
Dunkeswell Standing Orders
List of
Members
2009 AGM Minutes
2009-10 Club
Plan 
2010 AGM Minutes
Devon & Somerset
Microlight Club
Dunkeswell Airfield, Dunkeswell, Nr. Honiton,
Devon EX14 4LJ - Tel: 01823
256046