Experience first hand the uniqueness and thrill of flight in a famous World War Two YAK-3 fighter.
- World record holder Steadfast
- In depth briefing covering history and capabilities of the YAK-3
- Enjoy 35 minutes of fun in the air
- Choice of mission area from Moreton Bay, Stradbroke or South East Queensland
- Includes experience gift pack with personalised voucher and message card
It’s not every day you get the chance to fly in a world record holder Steadfast, but this once-in-a-lifetime flying adventure is here for the taking.
Before strapping in, your pilot for the day takes you through an in-depth briefing covering the history of the WWII YAK-3 and an overview of its fighter capabilities.
After an up-close look at the plane, jump in the aircraft. The Merlin engine roars into action as your pilot taxis out ready for take-off. That roar turns into something far louder as the throttle moves forward and the plane begins its journey down the runway.
The sound is the same sound that many young men heard as they took off on a mission over Northern Europe.
Now the adventure begins.
Starting with a simulation of the famous Dam Buster mission across Lake Wivenhoe, its quickly followed by a low-level strafe through the Glass House Mountains.
Experience the thrill of being low and fast before moving to a safe aerobatics height. Combat aileron rolls, barrel rolls and loops. High G’s. Twists and turns. The thrills are all here. But you can choose to glorious straight and level flight if you prefer.
A high-speed run through the valleys of North Brisbane past Mt Glorious completes the mission. Then back to Archerfield for a classic buzz and break manoeuvre before landing.
For the fighter buff, this experience is as thrilling as it sounds, but no words can describe the smells, the sights and nostalgia you experience on the flight. It’s one big, remarkable adventure.
Allow 60 minutes at the venue. Your flight is for 35 minutes.
Available throughout the year.
Valid for one person.
Minimum age is 16 years old. The flight involves high G forces. Not suitable for people with heart conditions or pregnant women.
Military aircraft are built and tested to different standards than that put forward by CASA or any equivalent international civil aviation governing body. As such, in accordance with Civil Aviation Safety Regulation Parts 132.140, 132.150 and 132.155;
- The design, manufacture and airworthiness of the aircraft are not required to meet any standard recognised by CASA; and
- CASA does not require the aircraft to be operated to the same degree of safety as an aircraft used for regular public transport or charter operations; and
- The passenger agrees to participate in this flight at his or her own risk; and
- If it is reasonable to believe that a passenger cannot understand the safety briefing; said passenger must be accompanied on the flight by a parent, guardian, or carer; and
- A detailed briefing will be provided to the passenger before they board the aircraft. This will include signing a liability waiver and acknowledgment of the briefing. If the passenger is under 18 years of age the waiver and acknowledgment must be signed by a parent, or legal guardian.
