Dad tows teenage daughter up before she becomes gliding club's youngest ever solo pilot

A teenage girl has become a Shropshire gliding club's youngest-ever solo pilot.

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Published Oct 11, 2023

Darcey Gallacher with instructor, Will Dean

Darcey Gallacher, aged 14, from Newport became RAF Shawbury Gliding Club's youngest-ever solo pilot on Sunday.

The incredible achievement was made all the more magnificent as the teen was towed to her release height by her dad, Ian, who is the club's chief flying instructor.

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