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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A private individual flying in their own free time who contributes to the total price through cost sharing.
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
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Departure
Blackpool, Blackpool Airport (EGNH)
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Return
Blackpool, Blackpool Airport (EGNH)
- Sightseeing points
- Longridge, Preston, UK
- Clitheroe, UK
- Settle, UK
Aircraft
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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
Pilot 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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