The Ultimate Dambuster Flight Experience

Get ready for the flight of your life aboard a classic Tiger Moth, where you’ll experience the thrill of flight like never before. Your adventure begins at Breighton Airfield, a delightful location near Selby, where you’ll meet your friendly pilot. Once seated in this iconic biplane, you’ll take to the skies and feel the rush of air as you climb higher and higher. As you fly over the majestic Derwent Valley, gaze down upon the renowned Derwent Dams below, a site of historical significance. The stunning views of the Yorkshire countryside will leave you in awe, making every moment of this aerial journey a blend of excitement and serenity. Capture the beautiful scenery on camera as your pilot shares fascinating stories about the area, enriching your experience with a touch of history. Whether you’re seeking a unique gift or a personal adventure, this Dambuster flight invites you to create memories that will last a lifetime. Soar through the clouds and embrace the freedom of flight, where every second is filled with adventure and beauty!

What's Included

• A 90-minute flight in a vintage Tiger Moth
• Retrace a similar flight path to that taken by the 617 Squadron during their practice runs
• Fly over the famous Howden, Derwent and Ladybower Dams; training grounds for the Dambusters Runs
• Comprehensive safety briefing with your instructor
• Flying suit, helmet and goggles are provided along with a headset to enable inflight communication with your pilot
• Your choice of leather replica helmet or modern equivalent (better communication/protection from elements)
• Full cockpit briefing and intercom testing with a member of the air-crew and your instructor
• Between take off and landing you will have the opportunity to take the controls
• Communicate with your instructor throughout the flight via intercom
• Debriefing with photo opportunities
• Complimentary premium gift packaging from Into The Blue

When Is It Available

• Weekdays and weekends throughout the year
• Dates are subject to availability and weather conditions

Suitable For

• Minimum age 14
• Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
• Height restrictions: minimum 4ft ins, maximum of 6ft 5ins
• Weight restrictions: maximum 16 stone
• Prolonged periods of inactivity, air pressure changes, G pressure changes, turbulence, noise and light levels experienced during flights in open cockpit vintage aircraft may affect certain medical conditions
• Any passenger with any doubts about their health when flying should seek medical advice
• You are advised to wear warm comfortable clothing

Spectators

• Friends and family are welcome to come along and watch with great photo opportunities
• Dogs are not permitted on the airfield

Anything Else

• All Tiger Moth and other vintage aircraft flights are operated by aeroclubs fully compliant with Civil Aviation Authority rules and regulations
• The flight times quoted are 'chock to chock', so run from taxiing out to when you stop after landing
• A café is available at the weekend for light lunches, snacks and cake as well as hot and cold drinks