Below are some Frequently Asked Questions on each of our activities here at Morningside Flight Park. If you have any additional questions that we haven’t covered, please contact us. We are available on our live chat, via phone at 603-542-4416, via text at 603-417-4700, or via email at morningside@flymorningside.com.
Q: What is it?
A: Tandem Hang Gliding is hang gliding with an instructor on board an ultralight aircraft called a hang glider. You get pulled up by an airplane called the Dragon Fly to either 2,000′, 3,500′, or a Mile High.
Q: How long does it take?
A: Depends on how high you are going. -2000 ft takes 10-15 minutes. -3500 ft takes 15-25 minutes. -A Mile High takes upwards of 30 minutes. Aside from the actual flight time, there is a short 5-10 minute introduction/ classroom session, and there is always the potential you have to wait for the winds to cooperate for an hour or more.
Q: How high should I go?
A: However high you are the most comfortable with! We want you to have a good time in the air.
Q: What is the age limit? A: 10-100 years old
Q: What is the weight limit?
A: 225 lbs
Q: What should I wear?
A: Anything that will keep you warm in 10-20 degrees colder than ground temperature.
Q: What time is the best?
A: Any time offered is good for either the 2000ft or 3500ft. If you are going on a Mile High Tandem then either 9 am or 6 pm. We try to avoid flying in thermic mid-day conditions.
Q: What is it?
A: Hang gliding is flying in an ultralight unpowered aircraft which can be carried by the pilot. The glider is in a frame and made from sailcloth. Launching is achieved on foot from hills or mountains.
Q: How old do you have to be to take lessons?
A: You should give us a call to discuss your situation, but we generally ask students to be at least 13 years old.
Q: What’s the weight limit?
A: There is some wiggle room on this, depending on your athletic ability and what we have for gear. If you are good at running, and able to lift the glider, we can probably accommodate you. It’s a good idea to give us a call if you weigh more than 250 lbs.
Q: What is an H1?
A: An H1 is a beginner rating. An H1 will allow you to use our hill up to the 150 ft launch to practice taking off and landing. The H1 package consists of 6 half-day lessons on our training hill.
Q: What is an H2?
A: An H2 is a novice rating that allows you to develop your skills on any of our hill launches or at other H2 rated sites. The H2 package consists of 10-12 half-day lessons on our training hill.
Q: What kind of weather are you looking for?
A: We prefer light wind at 5-6mph and West South-West wind direction for teaching.
Q: What is it?
A: Paragliding is flying a lightweight, unframed, free-flying, foot-launched glider aircraft from a mountain or hill.
Q: How old do you have to be to take lessons?
A: You should give us a call to discuss your situation, but we generally ask students to be at least 13 years old.
Q: What’s the weight limit?
A: There is some wiggle room on this, depending on your athletic ability and what we have for gear. If you are good at running, and able to lift the glider, we can probably accommodate you. It’s a good idea to give us a call if you weigh more than 250 lbs.
Q: What is a P1?
A: A P1 is a beginner rating. A P1 will allow you to use our hill up to the 150 ft launch to practice taking off and landing. The P1 package consists of 6 half-day lessons on our training hill.
Q: What is a P2?
A: An P2 is a novice rating that allows you to develop your skills on any of our hill launches or at other P2 rated sites. The P2 package consists of 10-12 half-day lessons on our training hill.
Q: How long do lessons last?
A: They are half-day lessons starting at 9 am and ending at 12 or 1 pm.
Q: What kind of weather are you looking for?
A: We prefer light wind at 5-6mph and West South-West wind direction for teaching.
Q: How many Zip-lines do you offer?
A: We have two zip-line courses. We offer a Mountain Top and Superman Zip Tour!
Q: How high up is the Zip-Line?
A: The zip-line is about 40ft.
Q: How long are they?
A: It depends on how many people are in your group but usually, The Mountain top is 45mins – 1 hour long. The Superman tour is 1 hour – 2 hours long.
Q: How many zips are in each one?
A: The Mountain top is 4 zips long and the Superman is 7 zips long
Q: What’s the weight limit?
A: For the Mountain Top tour there is a minimum of 75lbs and a max of 250lbs. For the Superman there is a minimum of 100lbs and a max of 250lbs
Q: Is there an age limit?
A: Not really. As long as you meet the weight requirements age is not an issue.
Q: How many can go in one group?
A: We take groups of 8 for our ziplines
Q: How many can stay in Cabins or Campsites?
A: Our platform cabins each have one full sized mattress. The Castle has two queen sized beds and a futon. We can accommodate about 50 campers in total in our campsites.
Q: Do they have running water or electricity? A: No, they do not. We have a public restroom and kitchen area in the hangar and three outhouses placed among the campsites. The Castle is set up so you can bring your own generator and connect to it.
Q: Where are they located?
A: Up the hill and behind our trees. Here is a park map.
Q: Can I bring my car?
A: Yes!
Q: Can I bring my dog?
A: Yes! As long as the pet is well behaved and kept under control at all times.
Q: Can I build a fire?
A: Yes! We provide designated campfire pits.
Q: Do you sell firewood?
A: No, but you are free to collect or bring your own.