We’ll head south and follow the initial path of the first ever commercial flight between Australia and New Zealand by arguably one of the world’s most famous aviation pioneers, Sir Charles Kingsford Smith. In January 1933, “Smithy” as he was affectionately known, left Sydney in his Fokker Tri-plane the Southern Cross and headed down to Seven Mile Beach at Gerroa (chosen because it was long and flat with hard-packed sand). Enjoy gob-smacking views of the sub-tropical rainforest around Jamberoo and Saddleback Mountain. Imagine ‘’Smithy” taking off as we fly past Mount Coolangatta and then along the Seven Mile Beach, before heading back along the coast, past the famous Blowhole at Kiama.
The Boeing Stearman
The aircraft of choice is a 1943 WWII era fully restored Boeing Stearman aerobatic military trainer. This aircraft has been fully restored to meet all CASA requirements for Standard Charter category. Now known as "Lilly Warra" she is the flagship of the fleet.
The flight is recorded on full HD video which can be purchased on the day.
Flight time is 45 minutes.
BOOKING YOUR FLIGHT
We know you want to secure a flight date immediately, but due to the popularity of these flights we cannot offer definate dates. When you are ready to book, please ...
Under "Options" below, supply your preferred date, and an alternate date for the flight. We will contact you to confirm these dates with you. Please also, supply your height and weight.
The click on the "Choose a Date" Tab above and click on the "Open Booking" Option.
Lastly, add to cart and proceed to checkout!
Our Guarantee: If we are unable to fly on the dates you provide, and you are not happy with our alternate suggestions, we will refund your payment immediately.
Price shown is for 1 person
SESSION LENGTH
The "Smithy" Illawarra Scenic Flight includes 45 minutes in the air but you should allow 55 minutes for the whole experience. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to flight time.
RESTRICTIONS
Minimum age is 13 years (you must have parental consent to fly if under 18 years old)
Maximum height is 200cm (please provide height below under options)
Maximum weight is 120kg (please provide weight below under options)
Passengers need to be reasonably mobile, please declare any health issues.
We cannot carry persons affected by drugs or alcohol.
Note: the pilot in command must refuse any passenger who may adversely impact the safe conduct of the flight.
WHAT TO WEAR & BRING
Loose comfortable clothing suitable for the weather on the day
Soft sole, fully enclosed shoes (joggers are perfect). No hard soles or high heels
Sunglasses are helpful for glare
Hair tie if you have long hair
WHAT IS SUPPLIED
The scenic joy flight in a fully restored WWII Boeing Stearman Bi-plane
Cover-all flight suit in a range of sizes
Professional pilots with many years of experience and local knowledge
High Definition multi-view DVD Video of your flight is available for additional fee
In flight photographs of your flight are available for an additional fee
NUMBERS:
You will be one on one with the instructor. Family and friends can watch the flight preparations and take photos of the aircraft on the ground before and after the flight. Take off and landing can be viewed from the terminal café/restaurant, or from various points outside of the fenced areas.
WEATHER:
This experience is weather dependant. In the event of poor weather conditions the flight will be rescheduled.
Price shown is for 1 person
BOOKING YOUR FLIGHT
We know you want to secure a flight date immediately, but due to the popularity of these flights we cannot offer definate dates. When you are ready to book, please ...
Under "Options" below, supply your preferred date, and an alternate date for the flight. We will contact you to confirm these dates with you. Please also, supply your height and weight.
The click on the "Choose a Date" Tab above and click on the "Open Booking" Option.
Lastly, add to cart and proceed to checkout!
Our Guarantee: If we are unable to fly on the dates you provide, and you are not happy with our alternate suggestions, we will refund your payment immediately.