60 Minute Piper Cub Flight - Brighton
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About the experience
Slide into the shoes of history with this hands on flight in an ex military Piper club plane, that has roots stretching back to the 1930’s. If you’ve ever wanted to get close to some aircraft history, now’s your chance. Although the history of this particular isn’t set in stone, rumour has it that i may have been used during the D-Day operation in 1944 as an aerial reconnaissance flight. Not only is this a fascinating slice of history you’ll be able to witness first hand with one of these flights but you’ll also be departing from one of the most historic airports in the UK. Shorearm Airfield in West Sussex first opened to air traffic control in 1910 and has witnessed the progress of both major wars on British soil. When you arrive here, it’s hard to avoid the sense of history this place emanates as you get swept away in this Piper Club PA18 Aircraft. Not only are you guaranteed to soak up a bit of history, but once settled and with a bit of knowledge about how the plane works under your belt, the pilot will even give you the opportunity to have a go with the controls if you’re feeling adventurous. For spectacular panoramic views over the West Sussex countryside, to soaking up some British aviation history and to learning a thing or two about how to fly, this is the ultimate experience for anyone passionate about flying.
- Grass roots style flying in the Piper Cub
- Fly out of Shoreham Airfield in West Sussex
- Plane is the military L18C Supercub version
- Superb classic Cub experience flight!
- Trial flying lesson in a 1952 Piper Cub PA18 aircraft
- The Piper Cub's heritage dates back to the 1930’s when it was used for aerial reconnaissance during D-Day
- Pre flight checks and safety briefing
- Your chosen flight duration in the Piper Cub
- Once airborne you will be given to take the controls for part of the flight
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- Shoreham Airport near Brighton in West Sussex
- The airfield is just a few miles to the West of Brighton and Hove with easy access from the A27
- Weekday and weekend flights throughout the year
- Morning and afternoon sessions are generally available
- Dates and session times are subject to availability and weather conditions
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Weight: 101.00 kg
- G-AXLZ is currently undergoing maintenance so the Flying School will temporarily be using an alternative similar Cub Aircraft
- Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
- Spectators are welcome to come along and watch
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