Our Team

Learn to fly with experienced instructors at Seawing Flying Club Southend

Meet Our Operations Team

The driving force keeping our day-to-day performance on track.

Operations Staff

Linda

Operations Staff

Linda is responsible for the day to day operations at Seawing, Sunday through Tuesday

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Paddy

Fuel Manager & Ops assistant

Paddy is responsible for the regular A-check on Seawing fuel and assists the ops team.

Justine

Operations Manager

Justine is Seawings Operations Manager, overseeing operations staff, Wednesday through Saturday.

Lindsey

Operations Staff

Lindsey is responsible for the day to day operations at Seawing most Saturdays.

Yve

Operations Staff

Yve is responsible for the day to day operations at Seawing, Wednesday through Saturday

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Seawing Training Team

Each instructor brings years of experience and a genuine passion for teaching.

People

Eric

Flight Instructor
PPL, Night

James Turner

Flight Instructor
PPL
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Danny

Flight Instructor
PPL, IR(R), Night, Examiner

Mark

Chief Flying Instructor
PPL, IR(R), Night
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Rob

Flight Instructor
PPL

Howard

Flight Instructor
PPL, IR(R), Night, Examiner
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Ian

Head of Training
Retired Flight Instructor
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Jeremy

Flight Instructor
PPL, Night and IR(R)
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Harry

Flight Instructor
PPL, IR(R), Night, Examiner
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Anton

Ground Instructor
PPL Ground Tuition
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Join our team

We're always looking for passionate people

Careers

Questions

Find answers to what you need to know about flying with us.

Do I need experience?

No. Our instructors teach from the ground up, whether you're starting fresh or building on existing skills. Scenic flights require no license at all.

How long does training take?

Most pilots earn their license in three to six months with regular lessons. The pace depends on your schedule and how quickly you progress.

What aircraft do you fly?

We operate a fleet of well-maintained single and twin-engine planes suited for training and recreational flying. All are regularly serviced and inspected.

Can I rent a plane solo?

Yes, once you're licensed. We require proof of your qualifications and a checkout flight with one of our instructors before you take the controls alone.

What about bad weather?

We don't fly in unsafe conditions. If weather turns, we reschedule your flight at no extra cost. Safety always comes first.

Are memberships worth it?

Members save significantly on hourly rates and get priority booking. You also join our community events and flyouts, which makes it worthwhile.

Still have questions?

Reach out to us directly and we'll give you straight answers.

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