The Dolna banya airfield is the first private certified airfield in Bulgaria.

It is situated in a lovely valley into the upper basin of the Maritza River, between the towns of Dolna banya and Kostenetz. The region is teeming with mineral springs, lying almost equidistantly from Sofia and Plovdiv and near the Borovetz ski-resort.  A few prestigious villa parks, a motel and a golf club are located in the vicinity of the airfield. The proximity of the highest on the Balkans Rila Mountain, the soft climate and the well-developed infrastructure of the region provide an excellent opportunity for all-seasons recreation, sports and tourism.

At the Dolna banya airfield operates the Ratan Ltd. Flying School. Its main activity is the training of non-professional pilots of very light and light airplanes and tourist motor-gliders from the very beginning till the moment of full licensing. For this activity a certification is granted by the specialized civil aviation body /CAA/ at the Bulgarian ministry of transportation.

Along with its main activity the aviation centre offers sightseeing flights which duration is determined by you. The new modern airplanes produced by the companies “TECNAM”, “EADS SOCATA” and “PIPISTREL” and the professional highly-trained instructor-pilots are at your disposal.   The availability of a swimming pool, bar, barbeque and the coolness of the Maritza River contribute to your pleasant stay.