Aerobatics Flight in a Pitts Special - Cheltenham
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Soar through the skies over Gloucestershire with this 45 Minute Aerobatics Flight in a Pitts Special S2a from Staverton Airfield. If you’ve ever found yourself gazing up at these powerful airshow favourite planes, now’s your chance to get behind the wheel and have a go at flying one for yourself! Alongside an expert instructor, you’ll be given a full safety briefing and control demonstration before taking to the skies and experiencing this belter of a 200 hp Lycoming engine. Not only will you experience the thrills of aerobatics but be treated to unmatched views of the surrounding Malverns, Cotswolds and Severn Estuary countryside as you soar across the skies. Depending on the type of experience you want, you can push this mighty Pitts to the limit, or simply get a flavour for what it can do. Fully equipped with an intercom, you’ll be in constant communication with the pilot throughout your session which means you can either step it up a notch, or tone it down, depending on your preference. This is a unique chance to experience the 1977 plane well recognised as a staple at UK airshows as you get up close and personal with aerobatics at get a taste for flying yourself.
- Flights in a Pitts Special S2a from Staverton
- Experience aerobatics in this iconic plane
- You get the chance to fly the Pitts as well
- Malverns, Cotswolds Severn Estuary is the backdrop
- A flight in a Pitts Special S2a aerobatics plane
- Safety briefing with introduction to the aeroplane and its controls
- Experience aerobatic manoeuvres with the opportunity to take the controls during your flight
- The intercom system enables you to communicate with the pilot in flight
- Your experienced pilot will talk you through the manoeuvres as you fly them
- De-brief and opportunity for photographs
- Personalised flight certificate
Information
- Gloucestershire Airport, Staverton, Cheltenham
- Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
Minimum Age: 14 years
Minimum Height: 162.00 cm
Maximum Height: 193.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 95.00 kg
- Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year
- Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions
- Spectators are welcome
- Food and drink are available to purchase from the on-site pub with excellent viewing areas
- Flight durations include taxi, take off and landing
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