Prepare for an adventure of a lifetime and enjoy a taste of aviation as it used to be in the good old days of open cockpits and bi-planes.
- Receive a pre-flight briefing from your fully trained pilot
- Take a flight that lasts for up to 45 minutes in an award winning 1940s Tiger Moth
- Enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding area
- Prepare yourself to experience some exciting manoeuvres in your vintage aircraft
- Includes experience gift pack with personalised voucher and message card
A bygone era of flight awaits.
This fully restored 1940s De Havilland Tiger Moth was used to train pilots during the 1930s and 1940s.
Revolutionary at the time, it's a great example of a trainer plane. It's easy to fly but harder to fly well.
After an introduction to safety, prepare for your aerobatics flight by putting on the Biggles style aviation jacket, headset and goggles. You will feel like you have entered another era and possibly no different to the trainer pilots of the 1930s.
Once the prop begins spinning and the engine is up to full speed, it's chocks away chaps! Up, up and away!
At the right height, it's time for some exciting but gentle aerobatic manoeuvres from spins to loops. Between the hair-raising aerobatics, you'll have time to enjoy the beautiful views of the surroundings.
Allow one hour with 45 minutes in the aircraft from engine start to engine stop.
This experience is available all year round but subject to prevailing weather conditions.
Valid for one person. This is one on one with your fully qualified pilot.
Spectators are welcome to see you off and wave you in on your return. Bring a camera and if you have them a pair of binoculars. You will need to sign for a visitors pass at the operator's facilities. Please take photo id with you.
Minimum age is 6. You should be comfortable in the cockpit if you fit into a standard car seat. Unsuitable for pregnant women or anyone unable to climb into the open cockpit. Please consult with your doctor if you have a medical condition.
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.
Having a phobia of heights, I was hesitant at first. The (N.Z.) pilot made it more relaxing for me, and I really enjoyed the flight. I also did the aerobatics after the 45 minute flight, much to my amazement. I would recommend this flight to anyone (even those who fear flying like myself). The staff and services are first rate, and it was great to see a different perspective of Melbourne by air.
WE
I don't know how it could be improved or bettered, as I believe it is conducted in a most professional manner. Perhaps brown corduroy pants or waders for the first time flier? An amazing experience that took me outside my comfort zone. Thank you.
WE
The pilot Dave was great - had great confidence in his skills.Did what it said on the tin Amazing flight.
E Gunasekera
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