It’s not every day you get the chance to fly in a world record holder Yak-3 Steadfast but this once-in-a-lifetime flying adventure is here for the taking.
- World record holder Steadfast Yak-3
- In depth briefing covering history and capabilities of the Yak-3
- Enjoy 30 minutes of fun in the air
- Optional aerobatics to try your nerves
- Includes experience gift pack with personalised voucher and message card
The World Record Holder Yak-3 SteadFast holds a grand total of nine world records. Formidable in the art of dogfighting the Yak-3 is incredibly efficient with a power-to-weight ratio that permits precision close range aerial dogfights.
Before strapping in, your pilot for the day takes you through an in-depth briefing covering the history of the WWII YAK-3, its world records and an overview of its capabilities.
After an up-close look at the aircraft, you are strapped in securely. Powered by the revered Merlin engine, this beast boasts immense power and you'll feel it as the ignition is engaged and the motor starts spinning. The initial roar turns into something far louder as the throttle moves forward and the plane begins its journey down the runway.
At a safe height, the simulation begins with a high-speed attack run through the Stradbroke Island valleys. You experience the thrill of being low and fast in a WWII fighter. You then move to some classic fighter manoeuvres - combat aileron rolls, barrel rolls, and loops.
Finally, celebrate a victory with a high speed run across Moreton Bay. Then back to Archerfield for a classic buzz and break manoeuvre prior to 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 30 minutes.
Available throughout the year.
Valid for one person.
The aerobatics on this experience are optional. If you do take them, you can tell the pilot if it gets too much.
Minimum age is 12 years old. Max weight 105 kg. 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.
