Experience the flight path of RAF Dambusters as you fly over the Derwent River in a microlight aircraft. If you’re a history fan, you’ll be familiar with the efforts of this particular RAF squadron who practiced over this area ahead of bombing three dams in Germany in 1943. Now is your chance to relive that and get as close as you can to the drills that dominated these pilots' lives during the build up to Operation Chastise. Not only will you gain a sense of history from this experience, but take in incredible views over the heart of Derbyshire and its glorious undulating green hills. Like every flight, this one also includes a safety briefing before take off and the pilot will also offer you the opportunity to help with the navigation which is especially appealing if you’re looking to learn how to fly. Along the way, your pilot will point out all the key areas of interest aside from the Dams, it’s safe to say you’ll walk away from this experience with a new appreciation for this area and the efforts the RAF pilots went through during World War 2. If you are keen to explore Britain’s wartime history or simply enjoy a relaxing flight in a microlight plane over the gorgeous Derbyshire countryside, this is the package for you. Who can resist the blend of history and beautiful views with a cheeky bubbly celebration post flight?
Fly with a microlight display pilot
Flex and fixed wing microlights available
See famous Derbyshire landmarks from the air
Head off from Darley Moore Airfield in Ashbourne
Fly around the beautiful dams within the heart of Derbyshire
Pre-flight briefing and navigation flight planning, picking out key areas of interest
Assist the pilot with navigation to the dams, take control of the aircraft or sit back and enjoy the views
Flight time of between 1-1.5 hours
Once back at the airfield enjoy a glass of bubbly to celebrate your achievement
Personalised flying certificate and photograph
Darley Moore Airfield in Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
A sturdy pair of ankle boots and warm clothing are recommended
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Weight: 100.00 kg
Selected weekday and weekends
Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions
Refreshments are available to purchase
There is also a flying shop, pilot's room and classroom onsite
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Customer Reviews for the Ultimate Dambusters Microlight Experience
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Mark Eustace
Amazing experience. The people were great, really friendly and very helpful. The skies were clear and the view fantastic. Flying in a microlight flex wing is very different to being in a plane. You need to try it to understand. I recommend this experience. If you have a sense of adventure, you'll love it.
Marti Trujols
Amazing experience difficult to put into words. Very friendly and helpful staff and the pilot/instructor, Steve, very professional and knowledgeable. (he really "lives" flying) made me feel very relaxed and safe throughout the flight. Really really good. Planning to do it all over again!!
Paul Johnson
The experience was amazing and would recommend it to anyone's day the instructor was excellent
tb parkes
Thoroughly enjoyed the flight .. Though more edgy than I expected.
Will tell friends of my experience, but leave it up to them rather than 'recommend'
Owen Sizer
For someone who lived in Derbyshire as a child went to school in Matlock, camped , walked, over many years,it was fantastic. I extended my flight and at 80 yrs old I would recomend this to any one..People at Ashbourne were great .
Nigel Hibberd
Yes would definitely recommend the microlite flight from Ashbourne to anyone. The set up is very friendly and they do an extra film (£30) of your experience from a camera fixed to the wing In theory the discussion between instructor and you should be captured but that did not happen. But the views on the film reflect very much what I saw. I was allowed to fly the microlite for a while and the hour counts to your pilots licence if you wish to pursue that. They even let my grandson sit in a cockpit of a tiger moth parked on the field I would definitely go again. NH
Michael Hill
Purchased this experience from Intotheblue. Excellent company no hassle deal was as stated and very good value for money.
Did microlight experience at Darley Moor Airfield near Ashbourne. From the moment we arrived all the staff were really friendly and put you at ease. This was my first microlight flight and Mark my pilot was relaxed and explained all the safety procedures and what would happen on the flight.
It was truly amazing to take off and fly over the derwent valley countryside of the derbyshire peak district including dovedale, thorpe cloud and the stepping stones. I totally recommend this experience for the most brilliant day of my life. I am 70 years old so you are never too old to try this experience.
A Trusted Customer
Service rating - excellent: quick and efficient, did what was asked for and promised
Peter Amson
Fantastic experience..did the dambusters flight with Lee. Great guy very professional ..took me over many different sights / locations in Derbyshire.loved every second. Brilliant .!
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