Enjoying some of the best conditions and scenery in the country for over 50 years.
About Us
Brief history
South Wales Gliding Club, also known as Usk Gliding Club, was formed in 1962 but moved to the current site near Usk in 1974.
Facilities
The club has evolved over the years and as we have grown so have our premises. On-site facilities include a clubhouse with kitchen, bar, washrooms and training facilities. We hold regular social events through the year.
Who we are
We are a group of about 80 individuals, all passionate about flying. The club is completely run by volunteers, including our highly qualified instructors.
Our members come from all walks of life and a wide range of age groups, so you’re bound to fit in!
Our aircraft
The club maintains a fleet of 10 aircraft and various other support vehicles. These include our 2-seat training gliders, single seat gliders along with tow planes. Our ground fleet keeps us moving and includes our SkyLaunch winch, tractors and buggies.
Scroll down to see our fleet aircraft.
Many of our members own their own gliders which are also kept on site.
Astir - The club owns 3 of these single seat gliders. Flown by club members once they are solo. Capable of flying cross country as a capable soaring glider.
Grob 103 - The club owns 2 of these 2-seat training gliders. All training is carried out in these and usually the pupils first solo flight will be in this glider.
K13 - Our secondary training gliders, the club owns two of these.
Our newest aircraft, the EuroFOX is a lightweight aircraft capable of carrying out aerotow launches.
K8 - Single seat glider available for solo pilots to fly.
Pawnee Tow Plane - the workhorse of the club. A powerful aircraft capable of launching even our heaviest gliders.