Take Flight Over Oxford
Aged 14–18
Ambitious Scholars
1-14 August
2027
£7,499
OSP Experience Fee
40+
Nationalities
The Experience
What This Experience Is
Flying is an optional upgrade from the included rowing experience at OSP’s summer school in Oxford.
- Under the guidance of certified aviation instructors, Scholars learn the fundamentals of flight, from pre-flight safety checks to take-off procedures and hands-on cockpit controls.
- Each session is structured to be educational, immersive, and safe. Scholars gain practical skills while experiencing the thrill of piloting a light aircraft over historic Oxford, creating memories that last a lifetime.
- Whether it's their first flight or their fifth, Scholars in our summer school in Oxford leave with a deeper understanding of aviation, enhanced confidence, and a newfound perspective on leadership and responsibility.
Why Flying in the city of Oxford Is Special
At OSP’s summer school in Oxford, flying lessons aren’t just about learning to pilot an aircraft, they’re about stepping into a world of precision, focus, and achievement.
The experience connects Scholars with a legacy of aviation, discovery, and adventure, set against the historic skyline of the city of Oxford.
Scholars Achievement
What Scholars Take Away
Confidence & Courage
Mastering the controls of a real aircraft builds instant self-belief and independence.
Cognitive & Decision-Making Skills
Understand the education, skills, and experiences required to succeed in different career paths.
Technical & Practical Knowledge
From navigation to pre-flight procedures, students gain hands-on experience in aviation fundamentals.
Personal Growth
Flying fosters focus, responsibility, and leadership—all within a structured, supervised environment.
A Typical Session
A Typical Flying Session
Each session is designed to balance excitement with learning and safety:
- Pre-flight safety briefing and introduction to aircraft
- Walk-around inspection and basic controls overview
- Dual instruction flight with hands-on experience
- In-flight learning: navigation, take-off, and landing techniques
- Post-flight debrief with instructor feedback
Scholars leave each session with new skills, a sense of accomplishment, and stories that will stay with them forever.
Optional Add-on
Take Your OSP Experience Higher
add-on Fee
+£350
Certification
Safety & Certification
Every flying lesson at OSP’s summer school in Oxford is conducted under strict safety standards.
Scholar safety is our top priority:
- All flights are conducted by certified instructors
- Aircraft meet strict safety standards
- Scholars receive hands-on supervision at all times
- Comprehensive briefings ensure everyone is confident and prepared
