A nostalgic sightseeing flight in the elegant Dragon Rapide, one of Britain’s best loved pre-war aircraft.

Ours are two of the very few left flying and are completely restored to comply with modern regulations - the last word in civilised sightseeing! Each of the eight seats on board has a window so is perfect for viewing the landscape below. Choose from a variety of spectacular routes, starting and finishing at Duxford.

The experience includes entry to the superb Imperial War Museum Duxford, personalised gift voucher valid for 12 months, a sightseeing flight over London, Cambridge, Newmarket or Ely, and insurance. Flights take place at weekends and Wednesdays throughout the season

Cathedrals & Kings
Taking off from Duxford, the Dragon Rapide flies north at 1500 feet giving you the finest possible views over the local countryside. First the ancient city of Cambridge will appear beneath the bi-plane's silver wings; see the breathtaking spires, the pinnacles of King's College Chapel, the courtyards of Trinity and St. John's, and the River Cam as it flows through the gardens and water meadows of the University. Then you will fly on to the mighty Romanesque Cathedral at Ely and the famous racetrack at Newmarket, home of the Sport of Kings

Flights for Individuals - £159
Flights for 2 - £285
Flights for 4 - £570

Flights over London and the Royal Residences
Taking off from Duxford, your aircraft flies gently south towards London and its famous skyline, passing over the now famous Olympic Village, then on to Tower Bridge, Parliament, Buckingham Palace all London's famous landmarks. The large windows at every seat offer superb views of a modern city framed between silver wings and their bracing wires and struts, emphasizing the grace and nostalgia of this lovely aircraft. 

Flights for Individuals - £199
Flights for 2 - £379

Historic Houses of Cambridge
Commencing with superb views of the ancient city of Cambridge, see the breathtaking spires, the pinnacles of King's College Chapel, the courtyards of Trinity and St. John's, and the River Cam as it flows through the gardens and water meadows of the University.

Then fly on toward Audley End House, one of England’s grandest stately homes.This flight offers a fabulous vantage point to enjoy the Jacobean architecture, the beautiful 19th century ornamental gardens and pastoral parkland designed by “Capability” Brown. This famouse setting has played host to many world-class artists, even the iconic WW2 spitfire, at the now legendary Audley End Picnic Concerts.

Flights for Individuals - £119
Flights for 2 - £215