Wing Walking Day in Yorkshire

What Can I Expect

Standing on a wing, flying through the air at a rate of knots - that's what wing walking in Yorkshire is all about! This fabulous experience will see you learning the skill of wing walking at lovely Leeds East Airport, the former RAF Church Fenton base, which is well-situated between Leeds and York. 

Before you can think about what the sensations of wing walking are like, this Yorkshire team will have you on the ground for some essential training. Being airborne at speeds of up to 135mph whilst strapped to the wing of a biplane makes it quite hard to talk, so you will need to know what you are doing before you take off.

So, one of the first things you'll be taught are the hand signals you can use to communicate to the pilot And then you'll go through exactly what you can expect whilst you are on your wing walking flight over the skies of Yorkshire.  The pro wing walkers always look poised and relaxed whilst standing on the wing and you'll be shown how to do the same. Although in reality, we think you'll be ridiculously excited and probably won't be posing gracefully at all!

Then you'll head out to the plane. The Boeing Stearmans used at Leeds East Airport are the perfect choice of aeroplane for wingwalking and aerobatics. They are very safe, rugged and reliable. These Stearmans have powerful 300bhp and 450bhp engines and the all important five-point harness fitted, which is what will keep you upright, whilst you are standing on that top wing during your ride.

So, ground training done, take one last deep breath and then it's away you go. Your expert pilot will take you up and away on your inaugural display flight wing walking above the Yorkshire countryside. It is truly an amazing experience that is both unique and completely full of high thrills.

It's sure to be like nothing you've ever done before (or will ever do again for that matter!). What's more, your wing walking display will be taking place in Yorkshire, in the presence of your friends and family, who will be eagerly watching below, as you swoop past in your very own 10 minute display with you as the star on the wing

Availability

• Selected dates between March to November 2024
• Choose from a weekday only voucher or to include weekends opt for the anytime voucher
• All dates are subject to availability and weather conditions

Suitable For

• Wing walkers must be under 85kg (13 stone 3lbs)
• There is no height restrictions for this experience
• Minimum age is 18, there is no upper age limit but over 65's must have a doctors note
• You must be able and fit enough to climb up the aircraft to the Rig on the top wing (approximately 10 feet)
• This experience is approved by the CAA and you are permitted to raise money or be sponsored whilst Wing Walking at this location
• Please be aware that wing walking carries a higher risk than a 'normal' airline flight and these risks will be clearly explained to you on the day
• A form is required should you have any medical conditions or be on any medication

Spectators

• You are welcome to bring spectators along with you to watch your wing walking display
• Cameras are welcome and there are plenty of great photo and video opportunities throughout
• There is a clubhouse and cafe onsite