Ribble & Lune Valleys (Ribblehead Viaduct & Crook O’ Lune)

3 passengers max. • 1h flight time Cessna 172N

Sightseeing flight

You will fly from Blackpool and come back. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes along the way.

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Private pilot

A private individual flying in their own free time who contributes to the total price through cost sharing.

5.0 • 47 reviews
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Description

We fly from the R.Ribble estuary and across Preston following the river past Clitheroe & Settle around the ‘back’ of Ingleborough and up to the rivers source near Ribblehead viaduct. Turning westward we pick up the R.Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale following the valley down past Hornby castle, the Crook O’Lune and over Lancaster castle to the estuary. Flying south down the edge of Morcambe bay we cross the R.Wyre estuary passing Blackpool Tower on our return to the airport.

Flight plan

Sightseeing points
Longridge, Preston, UK
Clitheroe, UK
Settle, UK

Aircraft

Meet your pilot Ken

Registered since 2022

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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

350 total flying hours • 170 flight hours in the last 12 months

Mature pilot wishing to share flying experiences around the Lancashire and Lake District areas where I have spent my life. Listed flights can be extended or varied on request. Before booking please message me to confirm availability and requirements. Ken

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Pilot reviews

5.0 • 47 reviews
  • Simon

    5 out of 5 stars

    Fylde Coast, Morecambe, Lancaster & back

    Great flight, Ken was really friendly and helpful. Well recommended!

  • Sarah

    5 out of 5 stars

    Fylde Coast, Morecambe, Lancaster & back

    My friend and I had a brilliant experience with Ken, I am a nervous flyer and why I thought a little plane trip was a good idea baffled me lol Ken is a great pilot, I'm so glad we did it as it was truly a fantastic experience, nerves aside.

  • Melissa

    5 out of 5 stars

    Sunset over Morecambe Bay

    Me and my boyfriend had a ball with ken was a special experience my boyfriend wants to go again definitely recommended to fly with ken you can tell he’s very experienced and very laid back lovely man xx

  • Katharine

    5 out of 5 stars

    Ribble & Lune Valleys (Ribblehead Viaduct & Crook O’ Lune)

    Ken was an excellent pilot, good communication. We had a great time and would recommend anyone to give it a try.

  • Elaine

    5 out of 5 stars

    Ribble & Lune Valleys (Ribblehead Viaduct & Crook O’ Lune)

    10 out of 10 for Ken, the flight was amazing! My dad had never flown before and loved it, Ken made us feel at ease and pointed out all the viewpoints and more, highly recommend the flight over the ribble valley, ribblehead viaduct and crook o lune. Thanks Ken for a fantastic experience. Elaine and Eric.

Things to know

Total experience time

The total experience time is 30m as it includes briefings and 1h 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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5.0 • 47 reviews
From £94 per person
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