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ContentCast
Tiger Moth - Magaliesberg Flight
[#AIR/005]
R 1969
Enjoy a 30 minute flight in a vintage Tiger Moth biplane. Experience the thrill of an open cockpit with the wind in your hair. Marvel at this plane with vintage wood & fabric, still flying after 60 years. Completely refurbished & registered with the Civil Aviation Authority as a commercial aircraft, this Tiger Moth will transport you back in time to a bygone era of “The English Patient” Relive the romance of aviation in the early 1900`s in classic style and elegance.
Aerobatics sequence can be included please specify when booking.
After the flight, families can enjoy extended time at the airfield watching the general activity and can have breakfast as served and sold in the Clubhouse. The airfield is located on a hill with stunning views across to the Magaliesberg range. This adds value to the experience and the visit by all to the airfield. Frequently families who treat a member to a Tiger flight spend the entire morning on the patio simply enjoying the atmosphere and talking to pilots and staff.
About the Tiger Moth - It was originally produced as a development of the well-known Gipsy Moth and became a world famous training aircraft. This aircraft was used during the Second World War and provided the majority of RAF pilots with their elementary flight training. It was after the evacuation of Dunkirk in 1940 when almost any anti-invasion idea was considered.
Here are a few of the more extraordinary Tiger Moth conversions:
In 1940, 350 Tiger Moths were fitted with light bomb racks. These aircraft were to undertake the bombing of enemy troops who were attempting a landing.
The `paraslasher`which is a scythe-like blade was fitted to a Tiger Moth with the intention of cutting parachutist`s canopies as they descended to earth. Flight tests proved the idea, but it was not officially adopted.
The Tiger Moth `human crop sprayer`used a tank fitted in the front of the cockpit with powder dispensers located under the aircraft wings. The tank would be filled with `Paris Green`, which is an extremely poisonous insecticide. It was intended that low flying aircraft would dust the German troops as they waded ashore.
Luckily none of these ideas had to be used, which left the Elementary Flying Training Schools to their vital role of pilot training.
Location:
Krugersdorp, Gauteng
Availability:
Please provide as much notice as possible, when booking. Most aircrafts are privately owned by full time pilots whose availability is determined by their own commercial flight schedule.
Who:
Flight experiences are not for the faint hearted. Whether in a jet or vintage plane, soaring above the clouds can be excruciatingly exhilarating. Participants need to be in good health. Participants should be aged 18 and older. Children under the age of 21 will need to provide written approval from their parents.
Numbers:
This experience is for one person. Small groups can be accommodated, please enquire if this is your preference.
Weather:
This experience is weather dependent. Flights can take place in most weather conditions, however, it is important to remember that your safety is paramount and in order to enjoy the spectacular views, you are guaranteed better weather if bookings are made during the summer months.
What to take:
Dress comfortably. Wear long pants with a long sleeve shirt and closed shoes. Tie back long hair, take the necessary sun precautions and something warm to wear whether in an open cockpit or on the airfield. In some instances you will be given flight clothes, goggles and a helmet to wear. This is for your own safety and is mandatory. Remember your camera.
Duration:
Allow 30 minutes for the actual flight experience.
Additional Information:
All flights are flown by an experienced and qualified flight instructor/pilot. All necessary flying kit and equipment is supplied.
All participants are required to sign an indemnity form.
This experience also includes a booking fee and electronic gift pack. A tangible gift pack with overnight courier service is optional @ R145.
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