For more than 75 years, the idyllic Speck airfield between Fehraltorf and Lake Pfäffikon in the Zurich Oberland has been run by the Zurich Oberland Flying Club (FGZO). The airfield with its 600-metre-long grass runway is the focus of many leisure activities and attracts people all year round. Whether for walking, jogging, skating, cycling, motorcycling, classic cars or simply watching the planes take off and land. A visit to Speck is always worthwhile.
Many pilots have found their way into flying at the FGZO and many of them have made a career as airline or military pilots. The first step is to obtain a private pilot's license. This consists of theoretical and practical training. The entire course can be completed at the FGZO under the guidance of the Swiss Pilot School Association with its own fleet of aircraft. This applies to both powered aircraft and gliders. Not only basic, but also advanced training is possible thanks to the FGZO's versatile fleet of aircraft: for example, tailwheel instruction, glacier flying, night flying, instrument flying, instruction on various aircraft types or even training to become a professional pilot.
Would you like to take a seat in the pilot's seat and fly an airplane yourself? Or are you looking for a great gift idea? The possibility of a discovery flight fulfills these wishes and ensures that you will have an unforgettable experience. After a short theoretical introduction, you will take the controls of the aircraft together with an experienced FGZO flight instructor. You can help determine the flight route. A stopover at another airfield is also possible. If you later decide to acquire a private pilot's license, these flight hours will be credited to you.
Together with an experienced and specially trained skydiver - called a tandem master - you will experience an adventure of a special kind: at 3,500 meters above sea level, above the Zurich Oberland, you will jump out of the plane and enjoy one minute of free fall before the parachute opens above you. With the parachute open, you fly safely towards the ground, enriched by an unforgettable experience. Fascinated?
From a cold beer after the flight to a fine meal - the restaurant «Im Speck» offers something for every taste. From a simple snack to inexpensive lunch menus and a delicious dinner. The beautiful sun terrace with its large adventure playground for children invites you to linger and in the «Windy Corner», single malts and Scottish beer are part of the basic inventory. Wedding, birthday, confirmation, meeting, family reunion, funeral service, general meeting, christening, lecture... there are many reasons for an event. The Tynwald Tavern seats 50 people, has a music system and is equipped with a projector and screen.
