Fly with a Fighter Pilot
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About this experience
This is one of the most exhilarating experiences you will ever have, darting about the sky and witnessing first hand the skills it takes to accomplish those daring aerobatics you’ve always admired. To make your day even better, once your fighter pilot instructor has shown you the ropes, you’ll be offered the helm and will get to show off what you’ve learnt.
Your plane is an ex-military T67 Firefly, this propeller-driven plane with piston engine, has been the training aircraft of choice for the military to train pilots before moving onto fast jets. They were used by the RAF between 1995 and 2010, and are still currently in use by several air forces round the world. Prince Harry flew his first solo in a T67!
SKU: PFWAFP
For 1
participant12 Months
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“Absolutely loved it”
I absolutely loved my flight with a fighter pilot. Would recommend to anyone who wants thrills, adrenaline and just a great day out. You get to fly the airplane and have a go at the stunt moves yourself!
What's Included
- Pre-flight briefing from your military pilot
- Use of a flying suit for the duration of your flight
- Take the controls and put into practice what you've learnt
- Signed Flight Certificate
- Opportunity to purchase a video of your flight
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
Upon arrival you will be kitted out into your flying suit and military bone dome. After this you’ll attend a pre-flight briefing which includes a parachute discussion and a short video. You will also receive a personal sortie brief with a former military instructor, ensuring that the sortie is tailored to you.
Then it’s time to strap on your parachute and have a cockpit controls and safety brief at the aircraft before boarding the ex-military T67 Firefly. This aircraft’s car equivalent is a Ferrari 458 and you will be capable of reaching speeds up to 224 mph during your flight, climbing at 1400 feet per minute. Your instructor will demonstrate manoeuvres for you first, talking through them and you will then get the chance to try them out yourself. Once back on the ground you will have a personal debrief and will receive a signed flight certificate.
Location
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South East
- Goodwood, West Sussex
Participant guidelines
- Minimum age: 12
- Maximum age: Participants aged 71 or over will need a letter of consent from their GP
- Minimum height: 5ft
- Maximum height: 6ft 5in
- Maximum weight: 17 stone
- Participants are required to sign a disclaimer before taking part
- Two spectators per participant are welcome and may be allowed to listen to the brief if there is enough space. Please be aware that Spectators are not covered by insurance to go airside. Spectating is not recommended for young children as facilities are limited
- The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary
Availability
Flights operate Monday to Saturday all year round subject to availability.
We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
Please allow 2 to 3 hours at the airfield, trip time is approximately 35 minutes, of which 25 minutes is airborne.
What about insurance?
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
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Customer Reviews
“Absolutely loved it”
I absolutely loved my flight with a fighter pilot. Would recommend to anyone who wants thrills, adrenaline and just a great day out. You get to fly the airplane and have a go at the stunt moves yourself!