Dambusters Scenic Flight
3 passengers max. • 1h 30m flight time • Piper PA28-181
Sightseeing flight
You will fly from Blackpool and come back. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes along the way.
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A private individual flying in their own free time who contributes to the total price through cost sharing.
Description
** PLEASE ** CONTACT ME BEFORE BOOKING TO DISCUSS DATES & REQUIREMENTS Join me on a scenic flight to the Peak District, including a flight over the Derwent Reservoir Dam, where 617 Dambusters Squadron famously practiced before their successful mission to destroy Mohne Dam in Germany. We will depart to the east along the Ribble valley, before turning south past Rochdale to enter the Peak District National Park. We will then fly down the length of the Derwent Dam, recreating the route flown by ...
Flight plan
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Departure
Blackpool, Blackpool Airport (EGNH)
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Return
Blackpool, Blackpool Airport (EGNH)
- Sightseeing points
- Preston, UK
- Blackburn, UK
- Rochdale, UK
Aircraft
Verified by Wingly
Our team has thoroughly checked the pilots license and medical certificate.
Private pilot
A private individual flying in their own free time who contributes to the total price through cost sharing.
Flight Log
450 total flying hours • 70 flight hours in the last 12 months
Mature pilot with experience in several aircraft types. Learned to fly in Australia, and now enjoying exploring the beautiful UK. If there is somewhere you would like to travel that isn’t listed, please get in touch - we might be able to work something out! Before booking, PLEASE can you get in touch with a message first to check my availability and confirm requirements?
Pilot reviews
Kim
5 out of 5 stars
Sightseeing flight of Blackpool and the Fylde coast
Paul was friendly and professional throughout the flight and flew us where we wanted to go, pointing out local points of interest along the way. Would definitely recommend this flight along the Blackpool coastline
Martin
5 out of 5 stars
Scenic flight of the Lake District
Had a fantastic flight over the lake district with Paul, a friendly bloke and helped make the experience as good as it was. Would recommend to anyone, thanks again 👍
Paula
5 out of 5 stars
Sightseeing flight from Blackpool
Fantastic flight. We absolutely love the Lake District & to fly over the top of our home was brilliant. Thank you Paul, the three of us thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Ian
5 out of 5 stars
Extended Solway Coast and North Lakes Scenic Flight
We were meant to fly on my wife's birthday, January 28th but the weather was bad. Today was the next available opportunity. From when I booked the flight to when we landed Paul has been brilliant. Answering all my questions, being totally understandable and helpful with postponing the flight. From start to finish on the flight Paul was very helpful, knowledgeable and was thorough with everything he did. The whole experience has been nothing but brilliant and I wouldn't hesitate to fly with...
Rebecca
5 out of 5 stars
Extended Solway Coast and North Lakes Scenic Flight
Fantastic flight over the Lakes with Paul. Going the extra mile to accommodate our interests and giving interesting commentary throughout the flight, I would not hesitate to recommend him.
Things to know
Total experience time
The total experience time is 1h 30m as it includes briefings and 1h 30m for flying.
Weather
Good weather conditions are required for this flight to take place. The pilot may need to postpone or cancel your booking.
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the flight date.
What to bring
Feel free to bring your camera and sunglasses onboard.
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