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Fly a Bi-Plane Experiences

Wrap up in one of our Irvin flying jackets and hone your flying skills with our range of original 1930’s bi-plane experiences at North Weald Airfield (London/Essex), Compton Abbas Airfield (Dorset) & Headcorn Aerodrome (Kent).

1930’s bi-plane experiences don’t get better than this, whether that’s following in the footsteps of a Battle of Britain pilot by flying a Tiger Moth, bringing a friend or family member along for your flight in the worlds only airworthy Thruxton Jackaroo or experiencing life inverted in the aerobatic Stampe SV4. Experiences available from March to October with prices from £159

Fly a Tiger Moth Experience

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Fly a Bi-Plane For Two Experience

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Aerobatic Bi-Plane Experience

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Fly a Bi-Plane Experience For Two

Fly a Bi-Plane experience for two from Headcorn Aerodrome, Kent or from Compton Abbas, Dorset. Fly the only airworthy Thruxton Jackaroo, a 4-seat modified 1930’s Tiger Moth with an enclosed canopy. Enjoy vintage Bi-Plane flying without the wind in your hair! Affectionately referred to as the ‘Gentleman’s Carriage’ by our pilots, there is no finer way to see the iconic land marks below. In the South East they include Leeds Castle, the Battle of Britain Memorial at Capel Le Ferne, the White Cliffs of Dover and Beachy Head. Seated atop a hill in the heart of Dorset countryside, Compton Abbas Airfield provides a breathtaking backdrop for flying training and experiences.

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15 Minute Experience
from £189

30 Minute Experience
from £359

45 Minute Experience
from £519

60 Minute Experience
from £659

What’s Included?

  • Fly the only airworthy Thruxton Jackaroo in the world, a rare 4-seat Tiger Moth with dual controls and an enclosed canopy
  • Includes a detailed pre-flight briefing covering the aircraft, equipment and safety procedures
  • No previous training required, take control of the aircraft at the pilot’s discretion
  • Brief your route with your pilot, get everything you want from your experience
  • Approximately 5 minutes for taxiing and engine checks before take-off from a grass runway
  • Buy a Bi-Plane experience for two for yourself or a loved one as a gift
  • Student pilot must be aged 16 or over, Maximum weight is 105kg under 6ft. Optional Second passenger must be aged 14 or over, maximum weight 64kg under 6ft
  • Choose from optional extras including in-flight videos and flight extensions
  • Limited availability – several weekend events between May to October

Aerobatic Bi-Plane Experience

Aerobatic Bi-Plane experiences from Headcorn Aerodrome, Kent. Fly a range of aerobatic manoeuvres in a 1948 Stampe SV4 Bi-Plane. Experience breathtaking manoeuvres overhead the aerodrome for all of your friends and family to witness from the ground. 

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15 Minute Experience – Headcorn Aerodrome, Kent
from £199  

30 Minute Experience – Headcorn Aerodrome, Kent
from £359  

What’s Included?

  • Experience Aerobatics in a 1948 Stampe SV4 Bi-Plane, used by the Rothmans Display Team
  • Includes a detailed pre-flight briefing covering the aircraft, equipment and safety procedures
  • No previous training required, take control of the aircraft at the pilot’s discretion
  • Experience a range of aerobatic manoeuvres, including loops, rolls, stall turns and spins
  • Approximately 5 minutes for taxiing and engine checks before take-off from a grass runway
  • Buy an Aerobatic Bi-Plane Experience for yourself or a loved one as a gift
  • Choose from optional extras including in-flight videos and flight extensions
  • Limited availability – several weekend events between May to October

TIGER MOTH

The Tiger Moth was a very important aircraft before, during and after WWII. The first step for British and Commonwealth pilots who qualified for pilot training was a posting to an Elementary Flying Training School (EFTS). An eight-week course involved all aspects of basic flight and navigation and about fifty hours of flying in a single engine “primary” training aircraft such as the de Havilland Tiger Moth.

THRUXTON JACKAROO

The Thruxton Jackaroo is a conversion of the Tiger Moth which Sqn Ldr J. E. Doran-Webb designed as a high wing touring aircraft, which were plentiful at that time. This became the D.H.82A (Mod) Jackaroo. The Aero Legends Jackaroo is the only airworthy example remaining in the World. Affectionately referred to as the ‘Gentleman’s Carriage’ by our pilots

STAMPE SV4

The Stampe et Vertongen Aircraft Company was established in Antwerp Belgium in 1923, to specialise in the design and construction of light training and touring aircraft. The SV4 biplane was initially powered by a de Havilland Gipsy III engine with the final pre WWII version being the SV4B. G-BPLM is a French Algerian aircraft built in 1948 and fitted with a de Havilland Gipsy Major engine. It has been displayed extensively at airshows throughout the UK and Europe.

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