Fliegerclub Weisse Möwe Wels

Fliegerclub Weisse Mf6we Wels is a well-established aviation club and flight school at the public civil airfield Wels (ICAO: LOLW), Austria. Founded in 1949, it serves 600 members across four sections, including motor flight, ultralight, gliding, model flying, and skydiving. The club operates 15 aircraft, including Katana DA20, Piper PA28 variants, Tecnam models, Schleicher gliders, Scheibe Schleppfalke motor gliders, and offers a diverse range of pilot training programs. These include Private Pilot License (PPL), Sailplane Pilot License (SPL), Night Visual Flight Rules (Night VFR), and radio communication licenses (BFZ, EFZ, AFZ). Specialized training includes Difference Training for advanced aircraft handling and Travel Motor Glider (TMG) qualification. The club emphasizes professional instruction by experienced instructors, offers year-round training, and fosters a supportive aviation community. Additional activities include trial flights "Pilot for a Day," model flying with dedicated facilities, and skydiving in cooperation with Union Fallschirmspringerclub Linz. The venue also features the "Air-Treff" restaurant and access to modern airfield facilities with asphalt and grass runways, fueling stations, and briefing rooms, making it a comprehensive center for aviation enthusiasts and student pilots in Austria.

Fliegerclub Weisse Mf6we Wels has a rich history of training over 1,000 pilots, including many professional aviators. Located in the heart of Upper Austria in Wels, it combines tradition, modernity, and nature conservation efforts at the Welser Flugplatz, which serves both as an active airfield and a nature biotope. This makes it a unique environment for aspiring pilots and aviation hobbyists. The club's inclusive atmosphere and extensive offerings make it suitable for all levels, from beginners to seasoned pilots.