Take off in a massive, WW2 Grumman Avenger aircraft, the only one available to fly in Australia.
- Arrive for a pre-flight and safety briefing
- Full introduction to the aircraft, its history and capabilities
- 20-minute flight in the Avenger
- A very rare opportunity to experience a piece of Australian Aviation history
- Includes experience gift pack with personalised voucher and message card
Take to the skies in this flying beast!
If you like big and noisy machines, this is the one for you.
The Grumman Avenger is a WW2 torpedo bomber that saw service in 1942 and is made famous by US President George H.W. Bush after being shot down in 1943. It first saw service in the Battle of Midway. And this one is the only Avenger available to fly in Australia today, making it super special.
The Avenger is a truly monstrous torpedo bomber. With a massive 1800 hp engine and a rich history of almost 20 years, this is one of the best adventure flight experiences you will ever have.
Allow one hour at the venue with 20 minutes spent in the air.
Available throughout the year subject to suitable weather conditions.
Valid for one person. Spectators are welcome to join you to watch the flight.
You will need to sign a liability waiver on the day of your experience. If you are aged under 16, a parent or guardian will need to sign the waiver on your behalf.
You need to be in good general health, aged over 12 years and capable of getting into and out of the flight seat. A parent or guardian needs to attend with you if you are aged under 16 years.
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.