Flights

FlightS

*The Recruit $125

Experience the thrill of open-cockpit flying in a fully-restored WWII biplane that was actually used for primary training of aviation cadets in the 1940s. Your short flight will take you up for a magnificent aerial view of local attractions near the airport.
*This entry-level ride is available to Saturday walk-ups only and cannot be booked in advance nor combined with aerobatic or flight extension add-ons

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approx. 5 min

The Cadet $200

The Cadet will allow you to venture a little further from the airport and experience the joy of open-cockpit biplane flying and enjoy the local sights.

Your pilot (an FAA-licensed instructor) may even let you take the controls for a while if you'd like to see what it feels like to fly this magnificent plane!

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approx. 15 min

THE RECON mission $325

Fly an aerial reconnaissance mission to observe spectacular local sights including Fawn Lake, the Solar Farm Project, and Lake of the Woods! You'll then see the spectacular confluence of the Rapidan and Rappahannock rivers enjoying the spectacular sights and view strategic Civil War fords along the way that are only accessible by air. Bring your camera!

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approx. 30 min

BATTLEFIELD TOUR $425

Capture aerial views of historic Spotsylvania Courthouse, Wilderness, and Chancellorsville battlefields. Then fly along the Rappahannock from where it converges with the Rapidan while flying over several inaccessible strategic fords. The National Park Service limits the number of these flights that can be flown per month so reservations are recommended.

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approx. 40 min

*The DOGFIGHT $350

THE ACRO RIDE

Strap on a parachute and head to a military training area to experience wing-overs, loops, rolls, and other aerobatics that will take your breath away! You decide how tame or extreme you want this ride to be. Your pilot will gradually introduce progressively more thrilling maneuvers and let your tolerance set the pace. This is the ultimate roller coaster without the jerkiness! This ride is available only in season from May thru October.

*Minimum age 14 with parental consent
*Max passenger weight 240 lbs

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approx. 25 min

The FLIGHT LEADER $500

The ultimate open-cockpit flight experience--a full one-hour ride over the scenic VA countryside flying east to Caledon/Colonial Beach or southwest to see Lake Anna/Fawn Lake/Lake of the Woods or follow a custom itinerary of your choice. We'll explore the Rappahannock River and Colonial Fredericksburg as you've never seen them before! A full hour flight allows time for you to become very familiar with the Stearman biplane and the sights and sounds of this vintage period of aviation. This leisurely ride offers plenty of opportunities to do the things you really want to in this historic plane and store up memories you will always treasure.

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approx. 60 min

Add-ons

hd Flight Video $35-$55

Save the memory of your flight and share it with friends and family. You will receive the full unedited HD Video of your flight for viewing and/or editing. $35 for up to 15 minute flights. $45 for up to 30 minute flights and $55 for up to 60 minute flights.

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*5 min flight extension $50

Add one or more blocks of five minutes to your flight to linger over your house or specific sites of interest. This will allow you to get that perfect picture or explore areas in greater detail.
*Available for all flights except "The Recruit"

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*Aerobatic add-on $200

Add a full acro ride as described above as the thrilling finish to your flight. This ride is available only in season from May thru October.

*Available for all flights except "The Recruit"

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BABY GENDER REVEAL $250

Imagine the surprise and excitement when the powder is released announcing whether your anticipated bundle of joy will be a boy or a girl! This flight is flown right at Shannon Airport so you can be up close and personal with family and friends as you watch the plane fly low right over the airplane runway.

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GENDER REVEAL add-on $150

Same exciting gender reveal experience as above, but flown at a location other than the airport! We can fly anywhere from over your home to a public venue. We can perform this at almost any location you choose, just at a higher altitude. Travel time to your custom location is calculated separately. Call for details.

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