Segelfluggruppe Cumulus
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Contact information
City and Postal Code
Amlikon 8514
Coordinates
47.5736342
9.0481451
Website https://www.cumulus-segelflug.ch
Phone +41 71 651 13 13
Trainings
- Glider pilot training
- Schnupperkurs
- Youth sports camp
- Young Eagles of Switzerland (YES)
Aircraft types
- glider
- motor glider
- tow plane
Brief description Segelfluggruppe Cumulus
Segelfluggruppe Cumulus is a gliding club based at Flugplatz Amlikon (LSPA) in Thurgau, between Weinfelden and Frauenfeld.
It operates a Segelflugschule with introductory Schnupperkurse, glider pilot training, passenger flights, and youth programs such as Learn to Fly and Young Eagles of Switzerland.
The airfield is a private glider field with winch launches, tow operations, and a focus on sailplane operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Segelfluggruppe Cumulus located?
Segelfluggruppe Cumulus is based at Flugplatz Amlikon in Thurgau, Switzerland, between Weinfelden and Frauenfeld. The club has been at Amlikon since 1963. The airport is a private gliding field, and sources identify it as ICAO LSPA.
What licenses and training programs does Segelfluggruppe Cumulus offer?
Segelfluggruppe Cumulus runs a gliding school at Flugplatz Amlikon with BAZL approval for training and further training of sailplane pilots. The school offers basic glider pilot training, with instruction on normal flight operations, winch launches, aerotow launches, theory lessons, and solo preparation in ASK 21 and ASK 23 gliders. Training is mainly in German.
How much does flight training at Segelfluggruppe Cumulus cost?
The school states that the full theoretical and practical training to earn the official glider pilot qualification costs about CHF 3,500 to CHF 5,000, depending on aptitude and how intensively you train. Most training flights use a low-cost winch launch, which helps keep expenses down. For current member fees or any extra charges, it is best to contact the club directly.
What aircraft does Segelfluggruppe Cumulus use for training?
The club uses ASK 21 training gliders for basic instruction. For more advanced student solo flights, ASK 23 gliders are also used. The club also mentions a larger fleet that includes double-seat and single-seat sailplanes.
Is Segelfluggruppe Cumulus a flying club?
Yes. Segelfluggruppe Cumulus is a club-based gliding group rather than a commercial flight school. It is run as a hobby association with volunteer instructors and a community-oriented flying operation.
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