60 Minute Tiger Moth Flight - West Sussex
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About the experience
Take a visit to the country's oldest airport that's bound to transport you back in time to the last century. Shoreham Airport in West Sussex opened in 1910 before the country had experienced both wars, and to honour that, they are offering Vintage Flying Experiences in a Tiger Moth. A staple of the wartime skies in that played a significant role in training pilots for war, there's now the opportunity to experience this period in history for yourself. The Tiger Moths here were delivered to this base for the RAF in 1940 when it served as a trainer and communications plane that went onto have a long history of service well into the mid 20th century. Now, these Tiger Moths are enjoyed by aviation buffs throughout the world who want to step into the shoes of these pilots who played a vital role in WW2. Taking a flight in this iconic biplane is a must for history fans and is a unique way to explore the Sussex coastline from this stunning art deco style airfield. If you're feeling curious, your pilot will even let you have a go on the controls to give you a taster of what it's like to fly these historic beasts. An all round thrilling experience and chance to explore history, this Tiger Moth flight is an unmissable experience guaranteed to give you memories to last a lifetime.
- Vintage biplane flights from Shoreham near Brighton
- Fly in 1940 Tiger Moth
- Shoreham is the country's oldest licensed airfield
- Great atmosphere at this Art Deco airfield
- Location: Shoreham Airport near Brighton in West Sussex
- Trial flying lesson in a vintage biplane
- Full pre-flight briefing with an introduction to the aircraft's controls
- Conduct the external and internal pre-flight checks
- The instructor will handle take off and landing
- Once airborne you will have the opportunity to take the controls
- Flight times quoted are chock to chock
- Great photo opportunities with the aircraft
Information
- Minimum age is 14
- Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
- Please see height and weight restrictions
- Spectators are very welcome to come and watch
- Visitors have excellent views of the airfield activity and can enjoy the Airport Bar and Restaurant
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Weight: 101.60 kg
- Selected weekday and weekend dates between April and October subject to weather conditions
- Morning and afternoon flights are usually available
- Please Note: This aircraft is currently undergoing maintenance work, bookings will recommence shortly (Updated 26/06/24)
- Specific aircraft are subject to availability
- The seaside resorts of Brighton and Hove are just a short drive away
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