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Individual Landing Contracts

Manchester Barton Aerodrome offers Landing Contracts to individual Private Pilot Licence (PPL) holders of fixed-wing aircraft.
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Benefits of a Landing Contract
✔ Unlimited landings at Barton Aerodrome for 12 months
✔ Additional free landings at selected UK aerodromes
(subject to change)
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Landing Contract Restrictions
⚠ Please note the following conditions apply: (Full Terms and Conditions below)

  • The contract is for individual use only when acting as Pilot in Command (P1). It cannot be transferred to others.

  • The contract only applies to private fixed-wing or gyrocopter flights.

  • It is not valid for: 

    • Flights conducted for hire or reward.

    • Any other commercial use, including initial PPL training or maintenance flights.

  • Misuse of the contract may result in cancellation without refund.

Additional free landings at selected UK aerodromes are subject to change or cancellation at any time. Check this page for the latest list of included aerodromes.
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Landing Contract Pricing
💳 New Landing Contract – £495 (incl. VAT)
💰 Renewal Discount – £450 (incl. VAT)
(if renewed before expiry date)
🚁 Helicopter-specific Landing Contracts are available on request. Contact us for details. Helicopter Landing Card holders can also take advantage of the free landings published below. (some airfields may have restrictions, please PPR and check first)
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Terms and Conditions
A) General Conditions

  • The Landing Contract covers landing fees only. It does not include aerodrome parking or other chargeable facilities.

  • The Aerodrome Management may offer additional benefits at its discretion, which may be altered or withdrawn at any time.

  • The contract is not transferable to another person.

  • The contract is valid for 12 months from the purchase date. 

  • No more than one active contract can be held at a time. Renewals will be charged at the rate applicable on the expiry date.

  • No refunds will be issued for unused portions of the contract.

  • Abuse of contract terms may result in cancellation without refund. The Aerodrome Management’s decision is final.


B) Landing Contract Usage

  • The contract is available only to individual PPL holders. It is not available to student pilots.

  • It may only be used by the contract holder acting as Pilot in Command (P1).

  • The contract cannot be used for: 

    • Flights conducted in aircraft owned or operated by a flight training school for ab-initio training.

    • Any commercial flying except for post-PPL training where the contract holder is the student.

  • To claim free landings, the Landing Contract number must be provided when: 

    • Booking out.​​

    • Completing inbound PPR.

    • If a valid Landing Contract number is not provided, standard landing fees will apply.

    • By purchasing a Landing Contract, the holder agrees to comply with the Aerodrome Terms and Conditions and all operational requirements in the Aerodrome Pilot Handbook.

  • The contract allows unlimited landings, including touch-and-go landings, at Barton Aerodrome for the contract period.

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Purchase a Landing Contract
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RECIPROCAL LANDINGS

Free Landing Benefits for Landing Contract Holders

Landing Contract holders can obtain free landings at the following UK aerodromes upon presentation of a valid Landing Contract. (Subject to change or removal at any time.)

Important Notes:

✔ One free landing per visit (touch-and-go landings not included).
✔ The flight must originate from Barton Aerodrome (en-route stops may be permitted).
✔ PPR required – please contact the aerodrome in advance.
✔ Click on the aerodrome name to visit their website for details.
 

Participating Aerodromes:


Free Landings at Barton Aerodrome for Partner Aerodrome Members

Pilots who are members of the above flying clubs can obtain free landings at Barton Aerodrome under the following conditions:

🔹 Direct flights only – The aircraft must have originated from the partner aerodrome (en-route stops, e.g., for refuelling, are permitted).
🔹 Not valid for commercial or training flights.
🔹 Limited to one free landing per day per membership card.
🔹 Touch-and-go landings are chargeable.
🔹 A valid membership card must be shown upon request.

🚨 Prior Permission Required (PPR):
To claim your free landing, please notify us when you request your PPR.

Manchester Barton Aerodrome
OPENING HOURS


For Flying:
Mon-Thu 090
0-1800*,
Fri-Sat 0900-2000*,
Sun 0900-1800*.
*or sunset if earlier

 

Open daily for the visiting public.

OUR ADDRESS

Barton Aerodrome, Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester. M30 7SA

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