Flights from £429
A trial flying lesson in the Harvard is a truly unique experience as the opportunity for a flight in a warbird such as this is very rare – and you get the chance to take the controls yourself!
A real adrenaline rush for the pilot or non pilot alike – this powerful and exciting aircraft was used to train pilots converting onto the legendary Spitfire, and is definitely the next best experience to actually flying a Spitfire!
Choose from a 20 minute or 30 minute flight.
Choose your Warbird Flight Options
This flight experience experience includes entry to the superb IWM Duxford, personalised gift voucher valid for 12 months, personalised 1930s style presentation pack, a 20 or 30 minute flight with a fully qualified instructor, and the opportunity to take the controls yourself.
Flight dates are limited and take place approx 4 times per month.
What to expect from your Harvard flight with Classic Wings
After a pre-flight briefing from your instructor and a walk round of the aircraft, it is time to climb into the cockpit and prepare for your flying lesson.
Taxy to the Hold where your instructor will effect the take off and climb into the air. During the flight he will demonstrate the controls then give you the chance to take the controls for yourself.
You will be piloting a Warbird – awesome!
Availability
Flight dates are limited and take place approx 4 times per month.
Duration
The flights are in the minutes shown chock to chock (aircraft brakes off to brakes on)
Restrictions
Weight limit on this activity is strictly 18 stone (115kg). Participants must be able to climb up a couple of steps to enter the aircraft. There is no minimum or maximum age.
Spectator Information
*Please note that accompanying friends and family must enter the Imperial War museum in order to watch the flights, but will be entitled to 50% discount on the usual admission fee.
Meal Arrangements
Restaurant and several cafes available on site.
Weather Restrictions
All flights are weather dependent and therefore subject to suitable flying conditions. If a flight has to be cancelled it will be rebooked for an alternative date, which must be within 12 months of the cancellation date.
ALL BOOKINGS ARE CONFIRMED INSTANTLY BY EMAIL.
Please contact us if you do not receive your confirmation email immediately after booking.
Thank you for making Dad’s birthday flight such a great success. We all had a great day at Duxford. A big thank you to Mike for letting Dad take control!
The whole day was very much enjoyed by three generations.