Sightseeing Pleasure Flight over London

Sightseeing Pleasure Flight over London
Sightseeing Pleasure Flight over London
Sightseeing Pleasure Flight over London
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SFALD
30 mins
Romford, Essex
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£99
  • About

    This experience gives you a unique perspective on the sights of London. After a short pre-flight briefing, you'll board a Piper Seneca twin-engine plane for a fantastic half hour sightseeing trip. After taking off in Essex you'll follow the Thames west into the heart of the city, getting a unique view of the capital. You'll see the O2 arena, Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast, the towers at Canary Wharf, the EDF Energy London Eye and the Houses of Parliament. Then turn north to fly over Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, before heading back east to land in Essex. You'll get an amazing perspective on the geography of the city and the beauty of its landmarks, so whether you're a tourist or a Londoner, you'll see the capital in a whole new way.

    • A unique perspective of the city from a Piper Seneca aircraft
    • Follow the path of the Thames for a fantastic view of London's landmarks
    • Fly over Tower Bridge, the EDF Energy London Eye, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace and more
  • Key Info

    Availability

    This experience takes place at least one weekend date per month, often more (excluding 14 July - 12 September as no fly zone due to the Olympics).

    Participant Guidelines

    Minimum age is 16. Maximum weight 15 stone. For security reasons, photographic id (ideally a passport) MUST be produced by all passengers on the day or they wont be permitted to fly.

    Weather

    Flying is a weather dependent activity and it is crucial that you call the venue for a weather check before setting out.

    Duration

    Your flight will last for 30 minutes, but please allow longer at the venue. Flight times are approximate and are the chocks-off to chocks-on duration.

    Numbers On Day

    You'll share your flight with up to two other passengers.

    Spectators

    Spectators are welcome to watch you take off and land. A pair of binoculars or a camera will come in handy.

  • Reviews

    Great Experience!

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    Gary W, 08 Oct 2011

    We thoroughly enjoyed our flight over London. To see so many wonderful sights and great architecture from a different perspective was fantastic.

    Lovely Experience

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    Alison S P, 04 Sep 2011

    This was a lovely experience, it was wonderful to see London from the air. It was a bit cloudy on our trip but the pilot did extra circles round some of the sights so we could get a good view. He looked to be enjoying it as much as we were. I enjoyed seeing the River Thames and the bridges from a different angle as we had done the London Eye and river cruise the year before, which was also very good.

    Enjoyed Very Much - Fantastic....

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    David F, 06 Aug 2011

    Simon our pilot made our flight - he was very pleasant, friendly etc.

    Sunny Sunday Afternoon

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    Joan F, 31 Jul 2011

    Brilliant experience flying over London on a lovely clear day in July - will definitely recommend it to all my family and friends

    Worth Every Penny

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    Melissa B, 23 Jul 2011

    My Fiancee booked this for me on my Birthday and it was absolutely amazing, only flying at 1300 feet (just 300 feet above the shard at time of writing) we saw every little detail of the city from the best angle you can see it from.

    Fantastic!

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    Robin L, 23 Jul 2011

    My Wife entered me for a Friday Feeling draw, and what a surprise it was when I got home! The next time I was flying 1500 feet over London, not much higher than the top of the Shard. The pilot was friendly, guiding us through and even at one point holding off a turn so I could finish taking my picture! Amazing views, a wonderful experience. I would recommend it to all. A word of warning though - your skills of communication may be effected by it. At the end I was a grinning idiot who could say little else but fantastic!.

    What A Fantastic Experience.

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    Susan H, 10 Apr 2011

    The whole experience was really well organised, everything on time and professional. The flight was fantastic and we want to do it again.

    Brilliant, Would Highly Recommend!

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    Julie P, 13 Feb 2011

    I had a brilliant flight, you see London from a very different perspective. Canary Wharf, Olympic site, St Pauls, The Shard to name just a few. Thank you Red Letter Days.

    Superb Exceeded All Expectations

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    Chris F, 30 Jan 2011

    Very informative pilot! Had a really nice flight & saw all the major landmarks.

    Breathtaking!

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    Jason C, 19 Sep 2010

    Literally breathtaking at times! Both myself and my girlfriend loved this, though we'll both admit to having been fairly scared throughout it too! As it was a small plane (6 seater including pilot) it was a turbulant ride from start to finish, and when the pilot banked sharply to give us good views of London's sights it does turn your stomach a little, but I would still 100% recommend this! Perfect views of all of London's sights, an exciting ride, and a friendly pilot who made sure we saw everything!

    I Couldn't Believe It!

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    David S, 07 Mar 2010

    From the moment I arrived I was looked after and the flight itself...well I thought I had seen everything but this exceeded my most wildest dreams...unbelievable! I would recommend Red Letter Days to anyone. Someone you can trust to get it right for that special occasion. Well done!

    A Not To Be Forgotten Experience

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    Tony R, 17 May 2009

    Having never flown in such a small aircraft, I was a little nervous, especially as it was torrential rain on the drive to the airfield. However, the moment we arrived the sun and blue skies appeared. After a warm welcome at reception and a briefing by the pilot, we boarded the plane and took off. My nervousness soon disappeared and I can only describe the journey as absolutely breathtaking. The pilot was very informative, pointing out all sights of our capital city. All too soon we were landing back at the airfield after a truly wonderful experience. I would certainly look forward to another one!

    Great Flight From A Great Team

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    Simon A, 08 Feb 2009

    The team at the flying centre made us feel so welcome. The flight was brilliant; all the way up the Thames from Dartford Crossing to Central London. Spotted 8 major sports grounds and you could see clearly how the Olympic Park is progressing. A great experience!

    If It's This Good At 21, Roll On My Next Birthday!

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    Scott M, 18 Jan 2009

    Wow what a great gift. Had the best time. Beautiful clear sky, fantastic to see London from above and the new Olympic development. Attentive informed staff. Would love to repeat the experience sometime.

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