Portsmouth Naval Gliding Centre is the largest gliding club within the Royal Navy Gliding and Soaring Association and provides affordable flying for serving military and MoD personnel, veterans and civilians who value the challenge of flying and the friendly community that surrounds it.
PNGC operates from Middle Wallop airfield in the heart of the Hampshire countryside. Our flights enjoy views across the beautiful River Test valley and villages, and southwards towards the Solent and the Isle of Wight. This open landscape is known for its excellent soaring conditions.
The club maintains longstanding links with the Royal Navy as well as the adjacent Army Air Corps while welcoming a broader community of enthusiasts who share an interest in learning to fly and contributing to a friendly, volunteer-run club.
Training is provided by experienced instructors using one of the most capable and modern club fleets in the country. This includes three ASK-21 two-seat training gliders, a high-performance Duo Discus for advanced training and cross-country flying, and a varied single-seat fleet including two Astirs, a Discus and a Ka-8, together with a motor glider.
This range of aircraft allows members to progress from their first flight through to confident solo and advanced soaring.
Flying takes place at weekends, and the club’s volunteer culture creates a welcoming environment in which both newcomers and experienced pilots can develop their skills and enjoy the fun and accomplishments of gliding.
Whether you are completely new to aviation or enthusiastic about learning to fly, you will find a supportive environment, a strong sense of community and a warm welcome with us.
Our Airfield
Middle Wallop is a British Army airfield located close to the Hampshire town of Stockbridge. Access to the site is via Crash Gate 2 only, which is on School Lane, Middle Wallop Village (next to Middle Wallop Primary School SO20 8EH).
If you are a visitor, please phone the launch point on 07921 894885 and someone will come and meet you, and escort you to the launch point.
If the gate is open please DO NOT ENTER THE AIRFIELD AS YOU MUST BE ESCORTED TO THE LAUNCH POINT by a PNGC member.
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