Fancy being involved in a simulated dog fight in an aircraft that is used by Air Forces around the world? Thought so! This is the experience for you. You will be flying in the Extra300 which is the world's top performing two seat aerobatic airplane, you sitting in the front and the instructor in the rear, this aircraft is powered by a 300bhp engine and is an ultra-light-weight, state-of-the-art, high-technology display aircraft. Top Gun! Your ex-military instructors will demonstrate a formation take-off and close formation maneuvering before teaching you how to fly aerobatics yourself. After you have flown some aerobatic maneuvers, you will be introduced to tailchasing - the sport of kings!
Locations
Cirencester
Agenda
On arrival you will be provided with refreshments before kitting out into your flying suit. You choose your call-sign name badge ("Maverick", "Iceman" etc) for the day before attending a full pre flight briefing which includes all safety/parachute procedures, and how to fly aerobatics and air combat (yourself!). It is now time for your flight! This will include a formation take-off (2 aircraft), formation close maneuvering in the climb, demonstration and practice of effects of controls and aerobatics maneuvers, 'Hands on stick' time - opportunity for you to fly some aerobatics yourself, demo & practice tail-chase with other airplane - 'shoot the bandit' & smoke! Finally your instructor will talk you through return to base. Your experience will finish with a full de-brief and the presentation of a certificate to keep as a memento of your day and the opportunity to purchase a DVD of your flight for £45.
Restrictions
Maximum weight is 15.5 stone Minimum age is 16 Max height is 6ft 4 inch. You will be required to complete a medical form before flying and if you are over 55 years of age you will be required to provide a letter from your doctor confirming your suitability to fly.
Duration
The Top Gun Experience will last for 3-4 hours in total with around 40 minutes flying time.
What to Wear / Equipment
You will be provided with your flying suit and helmet. Please wear FLAT shoes with decent grip (eg: trainers) and no skirts (girls or boys!).
Group Size / Spectators
You can bring a spectator along who will be looked after during the course of the day. It's a good idea to get them to drive because you may well feel knackered after this High G, High Adrenaline experience!
Weather
The Top Gun experience is weather dependent, it is absolutely necessary that you call the centre before you set off for the day.
Availability
March to November
Reviews (1)
andrew - 18/09/2009
Amazing experience, worth every penny. Easy to organise and top quality centre.
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Amazing experience, worth every penny. Easy to organise and top quality centre.