Zoom through the skies over Epping on these Harvard lessons from North Weald Airfield! Experience war bird flying at its best with this full range of flight durations for Harvard flights out of historic North Weald. Whether you know it as the Harvard or the North American T-6 there's no denying this plane is a legend. For many many years the Harvard was used as the main second-level trainer plane by air forces around the world. Being a low-wing monoplane it would have been quite a big step up from flying biplanes like the Tiger Moth. Aspiring fighter pilots couldn't wait to get their hands on the Harvard. Way more powerful than anything they would have previously flown during training so far it was a real baptism of fire for these young pilots to see if they could handle the Harvard. Those who did often went on to become bonafide fighter pilots now it's your turn to see if you can earn your stripes! The Harvard you will be flying in for your lesson at North Weald Airfield was built in 1943. After various missions the plane was sent as part of a 10-plane consignment to serve with the Haitian Air Force. It's believed this particular Harvard is the only one to have survived when she was returned to the USA in 1982. Eventually arriving in the UK in 1989 the Harvard was re-registered as G-DDMV. She was fully restored by the current owners when she was purchased in 2015 & this delightful plane now flies resplendent in her yellow training colours over the skies of Epping & north Essex. We are offering 15 20 40 & 60-minute Harvard flights out of North Weald. Each one gives you enough time to savour the sheer energy acceleration & power of this impressive plane. & being a lesson you'll even time to have a go at the controls so you will actually be flying this lovely Harvard yourself for a short while. Make sure you wave to your friends & family waiting back at the North Weald base as you soar past in your Harvard! ...

Experience the wonderful world of warbirds with these Harvard flights at White Waltham! This is your chance to take to the skies above Berkshire in a superlative example of these much-loved training aircraft from another era. Whether you know it as the American T6 Texan or the Harvard (as it was called in the Commonwealth) this plane is pretty legendary. It served as a great war time trainer for young pilots who then went on to fly fighter planes on daring missions. It's an iconic warbird & anyone who's into their classic aviation will want to fly in one. No need to cross the Atlantic to fly in a Harvard though as this one is based in Berkshire. Operating out of White Waltham Airfield near Maidenhead is certainly befitting as the airfield was used as an Air Transport Auxiliary base during WW2 whence aircraft were dispatched & delivered to the forces. Today White Waltham is home to one of the largest flying clubs in the country. With excellent on-site facilities including a club... ...

Thrilling Harvard flights over the Essex skies! This is your chance to climb aboard a vintage Harvard & fly out of Earls Colne airfield near Colchester for a truly exhilarating warbird experience that is sure to take your breath away. This Harvard is a genuine World War Two veteran. Having been built in Dallas Texas in 1942 this Texan trainer first served with the US Air Force. She was then down to be transferred to the RAF as a Harvard IIA but somehow ended up being amongst a shipment of 436 aircraft destined for the South African Air Force. & that's where she stayed working as a fighter trainer until 1969. This time she was sent to serve with the Portuguese Air Force until 1978 when she was decommissioned. By 1979 this well-travelled plane had reached British shores where she was re-registered as G-TSIX (nice choice!). Passing through various ownerships G-TSIX has been a regular feature at fly-ins fly pasts & air shows for many years resplendent in her US Navy Trainer colours. Now settled at Earls Colne airfield just outside Colchester this delightful Harvard flies vintage aviation enthusiasts in the skies above Essex on these fabulous flights. We have selected a range of experiences
- all of which include a comprehensive 30-minute pre-flight briefing & plenty of time to get to know this wonderful aircraft. You'll be kitted out in a full RAF-style flying suit for your Harvard flight. Your pilot in Earls Colne will be Nigel Willson the flying school's chief pilot. He is massively experienced when it comes to flying these magnificent warbirds & is an accomplished display pilot & organiser. & in fact we are offering a taste of those display pilot skills with an aerobatics add-on to give the standard 20-minute flight that extra G-force thrill! As well as the full-range of single flight durations we also offer the rather special Duxford day out. This is a landaway experience where you'll take off from Earls Colne in the Harvard fly across Essex to Duxford then explore the wonderful museum for a couple of hours before heading back in the Harvard to base for tea. All very civilised! If you love your vintage aviation you will love these Harvard flights in Essex. Buy your voucher book your slot & get ready to fly in this genuine WW2 fighter trainer.
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Treat yourself to a nice little Afternoon Tea in Telford & you will find yourself sitting in the restaurant of a rather delightful country hotel in the heart of rural Shropshire. It's the perfect gift to celebrate with a best friend treat someone in your family or celebrate a special occasion. The gentle hum of conversation the chinking of fine bone china tea cups on saucers & the distant sound of the coffee machine gurgling & whooshing. This is the typical blissful scene when you stroll into Haughton Hall for your afternoon tea experience Nestled in 35 acres of countryside complete with fishing lake gardens & woodland too it's a rather lovely place to head to for your afternoon tea. Standing proud with its white-washed walls this Georgian style manor house is warm & welcoming. Walk in to reception & you'll be shown to your table. There's the formal restaurant area that has that classic drawing room style complete with crisp white linen tablecloths & the lounge bar w... ...

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This Nissan GT-R vs Skyline experience is a true battle of the Godzillas! This brilliant Nissan GT-R challenge will pitch two Nissan GT-Rs against each other. Although they look pretty similar they're different generations & each one has a loyal following. So which one will you crown your best in class? The Nissan Skyline first launched way back in would you believe it 1957. Still a current model today the Japanese manufacturer has made many revisions across many generations of this car. For these head to head experiences two of the very best versions of the sportiest Nissans have come together on the track for your motoring pleasure & delight. First up is the R34 Skyline. This 10th generation GT-R is very much loved & although production ceased in 2002 the model remains highly sought after & not just by boy racers indulging in a bit of illegal street racing. Motorsport fans simply love this car too. When it was lunched in 1999 it was pretty revolutionary. The dashboard d... ...

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Great value heli buzz flights from helipads around the UK in executive choppers. ...

Rotary fun for the pair of you on a helicopter flight for two! As you take a lesson your invitee rides in the helicopter as a passenger. & with the extra touch of a box of chocolates & a flute of bubbles included it all makes for one romantic helicopter ride for the two of you. These 30 minute experience helicopter flights for two are operated out of Elstree Aerodrome using a Robinson R44. It's a rather nifty four seater machine so there's plenty of room for both of you & the all-important instructor too which is quite convenient & pretty essential! So first things first. On arrival you'll meet your helicopter pilot host for this ride for two. This is a pretty buzzing aerodrome just on the cusp of the London skyline so there's aways a fair amount of take offs & landings going on. After a safety & technical ground briefing the two of you will then head out to the helipad to meet your R44. These are one of the world's most popular helis with a reputation for being robust reliable & easy to fly. If you've never flown in any type of helicopter before the two of you will be pretty excited pre-take off as final checks are done the rotor blades start turning. As soon as you get airborne you get an immediate visual on just where you are in the country. There's the busy M1 motorway. & just below you check out Hilford Park Reservoir. As your chopper turns you might find yourselves heading over the likes of the Warner Bros & Elstree studios. Then before you know it there's that London town on the horizon! Whilst your passenger is enjoying the local sights from your elevated look-out of the helicopter you're not just here for the ride
- you're here to fly. & this is the moment you will be handed the controls. Savour the moment you turned from helicopter rider to helicopter driver
- it's going to feel special that's for sure. Which is also why when you get back down on the ground there'll be a little presentation & a toast to the two of you. Time to crack open the box of chocs & sip the (non-alcoholic) fizz as a celebration of the day you both went on a helicopter flight for two from Elstree Aerodrome.

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