Ever wondered what it feels like to go into space? With our new "Space Flight" experience you will feel the launch pad acceleration (3G), Marvel at being weightless with zero gravity (Zero G). Then experience the deceleration of Earth’s atmosphere on re-entry (4.5G).... Your... Read More
Ever wondered what it feels like to go into space? With our new "Space Flight" experience you will feel the launch pad acceleration (3G), Marvel at being weightless with zero gravity (Zero G). Then experience the deceleration of Earth’s atmosphere on re-entry (4.5G)....
Your ex-military instructor will show you the G-forces experienced by astronauts without the vast expense of going to the USA. Flown in the T67 Firefly ex-military training aircraft and sitting side-by-side with your instructor, you will can also try to fly these forces yourself!
OVERVIEW |
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Welcome | You will be kitted out in a high quality military flying suit. |
Briefing | You will be taught some of the background to space flight, and be given a detailed safety brief. |
At Aircraft | Cockpit Controls and Safety Brief. |
Flight |
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Debrief | Debrief with your instructor, including amount of g pulled and flight certificate. Opportunity to purchase a video of your flight. |
Aircraft | T67 Firefly |
Duration | 2-3 hours (start times are usually 10.30 or 13.00). Flying time is around 30 minutes (20 airborne), and briefing around 30 minutes. |
Restrictions | Weight limit for the T67 Firefly is 17 stone. |
Availability | Flights take place on weekdays April-October inclusive, other than on Bank Holiday weekends (subject to weather and airfield conditions) |