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Tatenhill and the biggest Bomb crater in the UK! Grab 3 friends lets go!
3 passengers max. • 2h 30m flight time • Piper PA28-181 Archer II
Excursion flight
You will fly from Manchester to Burton-on-Trent to enjoy your time there, then you will fly back.
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A private individual flying in their own free time who contributes to the total price through cost sharing.
Description
Another classic former Raf Base which was disused but now is maintained and provided a great little airstrip. It is also home to some interesting aircraft including a nice example of a chipmunk for any old Air Cadets. On the way, we will fly over the biggest bomb crater in the UK, RAF Fauld explosion. This was an ammunition dump which exploded and killed many people plus leaving a rather big hole!!! In total it is believed to have exploded nearly 4000 tonnes of explosives and could be hear...
Flight plan
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Departure
Manchester, Manchester City Airport (Barton) (EGCB)
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Destination
Burton-on-Trent, Tatenhill Airfield (EGBM) -
Return
Manchester, Manchester City Airport (Barton) (EGCB)
- Sightseeing points
- Peak District National Park Authority, Baslow Road, Bakewell, UK
Aircraft
Meet your pilot Gareth
Registered since 2018
Verified by Wingly
Our team has thoroughly checked the pilots license and medical certificate.
Private pilot
A private individual flying in their own free time who contributes to the total price through cost sharing.
Flight Log
400 total flying hours • 60 flight hours in the last 12 months
Thank you for looking at my profile. I believe flying is a privilege which should be shared and accessible by all. I am an experienced and commercially type rated pilot who enjoys meeting people and sharing my passion for aviation. I hope you will find an interesting flight to enjoy with me. If you have different flight idea I would be more than happy to discuss it. So look up at the sky that is where you could be very soon!! Who knows maybe you will get the bug for flying and want to bec...
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Pilot reviews
dylan
5 out of 5 stars
Quick trip around blackpool
great guy and very laid back
John
5 out of 5 stars
Dambuster Run plus Chatsworth House
Excellent day out Gareth sent me details the day before and answered all my questions, very helpful and knowledgeable thank you so much foe a enjoyable day.
Chris
5 out of 5 stars
Snowdon, Caernarfon and Puffin Island for up to three!
We had a fantastic flight down to Caernarfon from Blackpool with Gareth. From start to finish he communicated well, and the flight itself was just incredible. His instrument rating and night rating gave us great confidence in his abilities as a pilot and also meant we had a truly unique experience flying above the clouds in search of Snowdon and landing at night back in Blackpool after a quick trip up the Promenade. I'd gladly recommend Gareth to any potential Wingly passengers and look forwar...
John
5 out of 5 stars
Snowden, Caernarfon, Menai Strait and Puffin Island feast
We had a fantastic flight with Gareth. He was very knowledgeable about where we were going and the surrounding area. Gareth was friendly and easy to chat to. Thoroughly enjoyed a chance to fly the plane. Would highly recommend this experience with Gareth to friends.
BRENT
5 out of 5 stars
2 passengers Imperial War Museum Duxford for a day trip
What an amazing day, and all thanks to Gareth. From the moment we arrived at the airfield to the reluctant end to the day, simply epic.
Things to know
Total experience time
The total experience time is 2h 30m as it includes briefings and 2h 30m for flying.
Weather
Good weather conditions are required for this flight to take place. The pilot may need to postpone or cancel your booking.
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the flight date.
What to bring
Feel free to bring your camera and sunglasses onboard.
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