Sonora Wings Hang Gliding
Sonora Wings Hang Gliding
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Discover Hang Gliding! A memory you will never forget! Come take a flight with one of our certified hang glider instructors. Soar up to a mile high over the beautiful Sonoran Desert. Great for everyone, young and old, singles and groups. Located a short drive south of Phoenix. Your adventure begins by being towed up behind our special airplane, then release from the airplane and enjoy the amazing experience of free flight. Soar like a bird and then land effortlessly on wheels right back where you started. Reserve your flight today!
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Greg S
Dallas, TX5 contributions
Jan 2021
My daughter and I did the mile-high flight (separate flights). They used a specially designed ultralight to pull us into the air off a dirt runway. After reaching altitude the hang glider pilot released the towing cord, the glider made a sudden downward adjustment, and then we were free to glide down. The pilot stayed really close to the airport to make sure there would be no issues reaching the runway, and he let us steer the glider for much of the ride down. We practiced left and right turns, gradual nose-down dives, and best of all we got to stall the glider (lifting the nose up until there is not enough airspeed over the wings to fly, causing it to drop straight down). The glider design is inherently stable, so any time you turn or stall or dive it wants to return to a neutral position on its own. We went in January, and I only had a base layer plus 5.11 pants and a sweater. It was frigid at first but then I got accustomed to the cold. I used loaner gloves from the company, and they offered me a loaner jacket, but I declined. The helmet had a nice, insulated liner with ear muffs, so that was a huge help! I would definitely do ti again.
Written January 14, 2021
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David A
5 contributions
Nov 2019
My wife and daughters (14 and 16) each took mile high tandem/aerotows with LJ, our instructor, and each and every one of us had a spectacular ride. The ground and tow teams were professional and informed, yet casual and relaxing to all of us. You could easily tell that they had been doing this quite a while and were experts in their field. Feeling safe and relaxed, my whole family immensely enjoyed our rides. Danny, Paul, and LJ all made the event very informative and exteremely fun! We'll be back soon!
Written January 3, 2020
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B M
Scottsdale, AZ4 contributions
Feb 2021
I CANNOT recommend this enough. I did this as a bucket list birthday experience. When the flight was done, I had an overwhelming sense of joy, fearlessness and courage that came over me. I was so giddy like a child and so proud of myself!
The pilot, LJ, was funny and knowledgeable. The conversations we had about the scenery around us along with some fun facts about the "how" behind hang gliding added to the experience as well. The staff members, including Karen who I communicated with to make the arrangements, are all sweet and friendly too.
***For those who may be scared, believe me when I say this: It is not scary!!!*** Mind you, this is coming from someone who is terrified of heights and who spent at least a week mentally preparing myself to do it. Please, please, please don't talk yourself out of it or think you can't do it! You can!! I never felt unsafe during the trip or scared. It truly is a breath taking experience. I was so mesmerized by the views and the relaxing feeling of the air on my face that I forgot I was flying through the air at 3,000 feet high. lol. I HIGHLY recommend getting the media package so that you can have photo and video memories of the experience. Plus it was great to share photos with family and friends (who were all so proud of me for being "brave".)
My only regret is not going with the mile high level so that I could get even more amazing views and be in the air longer. I 1,000% recommend this experience and absolutely would do it again.
Thank you to the team at Sonora Wings for giving me a lifelong memory and for the feeling of fearlessness I now have!
The pilot, LJ, was funny and knowledgeable. The conversations we had about the scenery around us along with some fun facts about the "how" behind hang gliding added to the experience as well. The staff members, including Karen who I communicated with to make the arrangements, are all sweet and friendly too.
***For those who may be scared, believe me when I say this: It is not scary!!!*** Mind you, this is coming from someone who is terrified of heights and who spent at least a week mentally preparing myself to do it. Please, please, please don't talk yourself out of it or think you can't do it! You can!! I never felt unsafe during the trip or scared. It truly is a breath taking experience. I was so mesmerized by the views and the relaxing feeling of the air on my face that I forgot I was flying through the air at 3,000 feet high. lol. I HIGHLY recommend getting the media package so that you can have photo and video memories of the experience. Plus it was great to share photos with family and friends (who were all so proud of me for being "brave".)
My only regret is not going with the mile high level so that I could get even more amazing views and be in the air longer. I 1,000% recommend this experience and absolutely would do it again.
Thank you to the team at Sonora Wings for giving me a lifelong memory and for the feeling of fearlessness I now have!
Written March 8, 2021
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Cyndia Z
2 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
The entire staff at Sonora Wings are fantastic! Owners, Karen and Danny were warm and welcoming. LJ, the tandem instructor is super knowledgeable and passionate about sharing this incredible sport. If you are curious about hang gliding and flying like a bird, I highly recommend you sign up for a Discovery Flight.
I am an experienced foot launch HG pilot and their care in teaching me to aero tow is super appreciated! I can’t wait to fly there again. (I drive from Los Angeles!
Thanks Sonora Wings!!
I am an experienced foot launch HG pilot and their care in teaching me to aero tow is super appreciated! I can’t wait to fly there again. (I drive from Los Angeles!
Thanks Sonora Wings!!
Written January 2, 2023
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Voyage05191115775
4 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
Had a great hang gliding experience! Loved every minute! The staff was awesome and helpful. We booked the 2,000 ft ride. My daughter didn’t get the full ride due to wind and issue with the tow plane, but they gave her a great deal on her next flight.
Written February 19, 2024
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Rohit J
2 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
We have been trying to go for hang gliding for a long time and we finally were able to do it in Maricopa, AZ. The team of Sonora Wings made it more memorable with their friendly gesture. I would definitely recommend them for sure. By the way, thank you Karen for those delicious cookies you gave us😁
Written January 2, 2020
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RamblinRunner
Reykjavik, Iceland3 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
This is such a fun experience. No fear should hold you back. In our group we had feet of heights and flying and ALL enjoyed it. They have special consideration for handicapped folks as well. I highly recommend this experience. The pilots were amazing and fun.
Written January 3, 2020
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Jason B
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Family
I took my 9 year old son, sister and brother in law. All going for the first time. Everyone was so nice and professional. Had a great experience. We all loved it even if we were nervous going up so high. Would do it again. Well worth it.
Written February 2, 2020
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Chris C
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Family
Excellent, friendly customer service, expert, experienced pilots and a wonderful plan for making the entire flight experience as wonderful as possible. Worth every dollar - we would (and will) go again. My 14-year old and I (age 52) both had such a great time!!
Written March 19, 2024
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Ray D
Detroit, MI2 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
Both Paul and Luke were instrumental in making my flight at Sonora Wings unforgettable! From the thorough orientation pre-flight, right on through the actual tow to 2500 ft. and then the flight itself----words cannot really adequately describe the thrill...!
I'd have to agree that Hang Gliding is the "flyingest flying" .
Thanks Paul and Luke!
I'd have to agree that Hang Gliding is the "flyingest flying" .
Thanks Paul and Luke!
Written March 11, 2015
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Do you have certain times you fly?
What is the age limit ?
what is the weight limit ? , these are all tandem flights
I might have a big group of us, can you do us all at the same time?
Is there a discount for more than 1 person flying ?
And is it a foot launch ?
Written June 1, 2016
Luke W
Phoenix, Arizona
Hi Sharon, thanks for the questions.
1. We fly from October through May.
2. We have taken as young as 6 and as old as 88!
3. We have a weight limit of 250 pounds.
4. We can accommodate big groups. We have 2 gliders flying back to back and can get through about 6-8 people per hour. We have a nice grassy area with an observation deck and some entertainment like horseshoes for people who are waiting.
5. We do have a 10% discount on groups of 6 or more.
6. All of our tandem flights are aerotow where you and an instructor are towed up on the glider behind a small airplane specifically designed to tow hang gliders.
If you have any other questions please email us or call us.
(480)251-1515
Written June 2, 2016
Do you have certain times you fly?
What is the age limit ?
what is the weight limit ? , these are all tandem flights
I might have a big group of us, can you do us all at the same time?
Is there a discount for more than 1 person flying ?
And is it a foot launch ?
Written June 1, 2016
I was there in April and can answer some of your questions. I remember the instructor saying that their season would be closing soon and re-opening in Sept-Oct. Due to the winds that day, I had to wait until late afternoon (4pm) for the winds to die done. It is not a foot launch, you are towed up with a ultra light. Because of the launch, you would not be able to all "launch" at the same time. However, it only takes about 5 minutes to reach height so the relaunches would not have much time in between. This was my first time doing this, I had a blast and will do it again. For the first time you can get the lower cheaper flight.
Written June 4, 2016
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