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What's Included
- Aerobatics experience in a T67 Firefly aerobatic aircraft
- Pre-flight safety briefing
- Discuss your route with an introduction to the the aircraft and it's controls
- Flight of approximately 40 minutes 'chock-to-chock' (approx 25 mins airborne)
- Experience a selection of aerobatic manoeuvres; including (but not limited to) loops, rolls and spins
- Opportunity for some hands-on flying whilst flying to and from the training area
What Can I Expect
Exhilarating aerobatic experiences at Hawarden Aerodrome near Chester! Take to the skies in a Slingsby Firefly for a flight filled with loops and rolls at this renowned airport on the edge of Wales and Cheshire.
You might know Hawarden as Chester Airport, or even Broughton. This is the home of Airbus wing assembly in the UK and where the impressive Beluga XL is a regular visitor, which is why the hard runway is an impressive 2043 metres long!
Excellent facilities (ATC, ground handling and the fab Chock’s Away cafe restaurant) means Hawarden is a great location to fly from. Add into that the fact that it’s an aerobatic flight you’re going on and it’s going to be excitement all the way.
Indeed the Slingsby Firefly T67M is a top choice for aerobatic flying out of Hawarden. Side-by-side seating (rather than tandem) means you can see everything your flight instructor is doing - and you get superb views out of the cockpit too.
Once airborne and in the training zone, the aerobatics will begin. Loops, spins and more besides, you can even request a move if you like!
At some point in the proceedings, you will be invited to take the controls of the Firefly and under the watchful eye of your instructor, you’ll be flying this nimble and agile aerobatic training aircraft.
Well-placed near Chester and North Wales, with top-notch on-site facilities and steeped in aviation manufacturing history, aerobatics experiences out of Hawarden (Chester) Airport are great gifts that’ll turn aviation fans’ worlds upside down!!
When Is It Available
- Weekdays and weekends throughout the year
- Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions
Location
- Hawarden Airport (also known as Chester Airport)
- Conveniently located 4 miles west of Chester
- Easy access to North Wales and the motorway network
Suitable For
- Minimum age 14
- Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
- Maximum weight 17 stone (108kg)
- Height restrictions: minimum 4ft 6ins, maximum 6ft 4ins
- Participants must be agile enough to board and disembark the aircraft, and to be able to manipulate the controls
- Not recommended for those with heart conditions or during pregnancy
Spectators
- Spectators are welcome but will only be able to view the take off and landing
Anything Else
- Photographs and videos of your experience are available to purchase
- The visitor facilities at Hawarden, include the Chocks Away diner, viewing park with children's playground, public conveniences and free parking
