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Fly fighter jets - Electric Lightning [South Africa]

Experience climbing 50,000ft in just under a minute and feel the speed of Mach 2.0. Get on board the English Electric Lightning and admire the curvature of the earth. Fly the crème de la crème of jet interceptors and feel the gentle and smooth handling of the plane whilst you break the sound barrier. Not for the faint hearted, this experience is truly amazing. First an interceptor jet, the Electric Lightning has evolved beyond its initial role into a very capable striker and reconnaissance fighter. With a maximum altitude of 60,000ft and a maximum speed of Mach 2, the pilots have enjoyed the beautiful spectacle of seeing the curvature of the earth at supersonic speed.

Course of the jet fighter experience - fly the Electric Lightning: You need to allocate 3 hours for the full experience. Arrive on site at 9H30, then:

- Pre-flight tour of the site, visiting the hangars and planes
- You are fitted with flying suit and helmet and briefing on its oxygen and communication
- Meet your pilot for a flight briefing
- Training for emergency procedures and ejector seat training
- Then get onboard and catch your breath
- Take off
- You decide with your pilot what you want to do: climb 50,000ft for a supersonic flight to see the curvature of the earth, or a G pulling experience, aerobatics, or low level flights over the dramatic Coast Line of Cape Town or a flight through the rugged mountains.
- Duration of the flight: approx. 40mn
- Landing
- Debriefing with the pilot

Your dream is not over when you land as the flight is recorded and you will be able to enjoy and share this memorable experience with your friends and family.

Participants and guests :
Guests are welcome.

Conditions and restrictions to the jet fighter experience :
Although no flying experience is required, some restrictions apply:
You must not have heart and/or neurological problems
You must be over 18 years of age
You must not be over 6.5ft tall (under 2m tall)
Participants are advised to be well rested for the day of the flight and to avoid alcohol the previous day.

Weather :
This fighter jet experience takes place in most weather conditions. Rescheduling due to weather conditions is rare. It is recommended that you book your flight on a Saturday so that your flight can be reschedule on Sunday if need be.

Dates :
This jet fighter experience is available all year round.

Location :
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Access: Direct Flights to Cape Town with all major airlines.

Price :
12000 Euros (Incl. VAT)

 

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