Wing Walking Flying Experience - Kent
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Have a bucket list space left and not sure what to fill it with? Well this Wing Walking Experience in Kent is the perfect adrenaline filled experience to fill that gap, it’s a no brainer! You will be learning the art of walking on the wing of a Boeing Stearman biplane at Headcorn Aerodrome, one of the busiest general aviation airfields in the south east. Formerly known as RAF Lashenden, Headcorn is the hub for all things entertainment and aerial. With the chance to scare yourself silly and create a memory to last a lifetime, a wing walk is the perfect bucket list addition. The ground team will conduct a briefing which will include safety details, instructions on how to get in and out of the harness on the plane as well as teach you hand signals so you can communicate with the pilot. Before you know it you will be up in the sky soaring over the Kent countryside. So what are you waiting for? Book yourself or a loved one in for an experience of a lifetime!
- Wing walk at Headcorn Aerodrome in Kent
- Fly on the top wing of a Boeing Stearman biplane and complete a variety of flypasts and manoeuvres.
- Full pre-flight briefing and training with detailed instructions on use of the rig and belts, breathing techniques and hand signals
- This is the experience waiting to go on your bucket list
- Allow up to an hour at the venue, the flight itself will last 10 minutes
- Enjoy the experience of wing-walking
- Full pre-flight briefing and training with detailed instructions on the use of the rig and belts, breathing techniques and hand signals
- Stand on the wing of an authentic Boeing Stearman Biplane as a highly qualified pilot completes a variety of flypasts and manoeuvres.
- Receive a personalised Wing Walk Experience certificate.
- Allow for spending up to an hour on-site, and the flight itself will last 10 minutes.
- Invite up to 50 friends or family to watch your wingwalk experience
Video Recording
- A recording of your flight is available for an additional charge on the day (currently £50)
- Two high-resolution cameras fitted to the aircraft create an amazing two-picture split-screen video, including pilot commentary.
- Receive your recording on a branded USB memory stick with a lanyard to take away after the flight as a memento of your experience
Please note that it is a condition of CAA approval that you must be fully aware that Wing Walking carries a higher risk than a normal commercial flight (e.g when you fly on holiday). The operator of these experiences will brief you clearly on the risks that have been identified and how they have been mitigated to make the experiences as safe as possible. You will receive an in-depth briefing on the day of your flight and have the opportunity to ask any questions before signing a disclaimer, as well as confirm the briefing and risk acceptance.
Information
- You can invite up to 50 guests to watch
- Great opportunities for photographs and video recordings to be taken
- The airfield has a clubhouse with an outside spectator area, providing
- Car parking, toilets and catering facilities are located on-site
Please be aware that wing walking carries a higher risk than a 'normal' airline flight, and these risks will be clearly explained to you on the day.
- Wing walkers must be between 18 and 80 years old
- You must weigh less than 13 stone 4 lb (85kg)
- Participants will be weighed on the day. If you go over the weight limit, you will forfeit your experience.
- You need to be able to climb up to the top wing of the aircraft (around 10 feet)
- You cannot take part if you have or are suffering from Epilepsy, fits, severe head injury, blackouts, fainting or giddiness, disease of the brain or nervous system, high blood pressure, heart or lung disease, recurrent weakness or dislocation of any limb, diabetes, mental illness, drug or alcohol addiction although if managed by diet or medication you may be able to participate and should contact your GP/Consultant.
- If you have any pre-existing medical conditions which you feel may prevent you from taking part, you should consult your doctor.
- You cannot fly if you are pregnant
- All wingwalkers will be required to sign a disclaimer prior to taking part
- You will be securely attached to the aircraft at all times using a purpose-built CAA approved harness and rig
- You should wear a couple of layers of close-fitting comfortable clothing and soled lace footwear
- Earplugs and goggles are provided
- Jewellery will need to be removed for the display
- Pets are not allowed on the airfield
- You cannot consume alcohol or drugs before a flight, and tests may be applied if you are suspected of breaking these rules
Accessibility:
- Individuals with additional needs or requirements CAN WING WALK!
- If you find it difficult to participate in able-bodied activities but still want to be challenged and push your limits, Wingwalking may be perfect.
- Triple amputees, along with deaf and blind individuals, have experienced wing-walking
- Please check with our customer services team to discuss individual requirements.
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 80 years
Maximum Weight: 85.00 kg
- This experience is approved by the CAA, and you are permitted to raise money or be sponsored whilst Wing Walking at this location.
- Team Wing Walk events provide five individual flights - why not challenge your friends to a Wing Walking Challenge.
- Groups of 10+ can also be accommodated and include a free lunch - please call us for details.
- Selected dates between April and October
- Choose from a weekday-only voucher or to include weekend availability, opt for the anytime voucher.
- Weekday sessions generally take place on Mondays and Thursdays
- Displays can be scheduled to take place between 10 am and 4 pm
- Numbers for each date are limited and operate on a first come first serve basis
- All flights are weather-dependent.
- If your display is cancelled due to poor weather, an alternative date will be arranged
Location:
- Headcorn Aerodrome, Kent
Locations
- Headcorn Aerodrome
- Kent
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