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Join this incredible flying adventure combining birds-eye views of one of the world's most picturesque cities with the extreme thrill of an aerobatic flight aboard a Hawker Hunter, arguably the best transonic fighter and ground-support aircraft of its kind.

• Pick-up and drop off from centrally located Cape Town hotels
• 40-45 Minute Hawker Hunter aerobatic flight with a Jet Fighter Pilot
• Full safety briefing
• Use of all equipment including Flight suit, helmet and G-suit
• Light refreshments

Join this incredible flying adventure combining birds-eye views of one of the world’s most picturesque cities with the extreme thrill of an aerobatic flight aboard a Hawker Hunter, arguably the best transonic fighter and ground-support aircraft of its kind.

Head to Thunder City home of the National Test Pilot School South Africa and your chance to experience an unforgettable aerobatic jet fighter experience. After a pre-flight medical check, you will be fitted with your flight suit, G-suit and helmet. Then, meet your instructor and plan your greatest adventure aboard the classic British fighter jet Hawker Hunter.

This single-engine advanced trainer is highly maneuverable and capable of Mach .92 at sea level. At altitudes ranging from 50 - 20,000 ft, you'll perform loops, rolls, barrel rolls, inverted flight maneuvers and more!  Your adrenalin will start to flow as the jet engine roars to life and then feel the G-forces pin you firmly into the back of your seat as you shoot down the runway. Once airborne, the pilot will take you through high g-force aerobatics and as you loop, roll and hang upside down in your seat enjoy the spectacular backdrop of Table Mountain and the coastline.

If aerobatic flying is not quite what you are looking for and would prefer extreme speed, then other amazing fighter jet experiences are available. Perhaps go vertical in an English Electric Lightning  - climb to 60,000 feet and see the curvature of the earth in just over a 1 minute. Or, scream out over the Atlantic at just under the speed of sound in a Buccaneer. If you you would like further details on either of these Cape Town jet fighter plane experiences, please call our reservation team on  020 7228 6712

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Casual. Dress according to the weather for that day. All flight clothing will be provided. Comfortable clothing is recommended.

All bookings MUST be made a minimum of 21 days in advance

All passengers MUST be a minimum of 16 years old.

Q: Do I need to be a pilot or have prior jet flying experience?
A: No. You will be accomoanied by an expert fighter pilot

Q: Do I get to fly the aircraft?
A: The Hawker Hudson is a jet trainer with dual controls and side-by-side seating. The pilot in command will have his hands on the controls at the same time you do, helping to guide you through maneuvers.

Q: What physical requirements are there?
A: You must have no known heart problems or medical conditions which may be aggravated by g-forces. There is a height restriction of 6’7” and a weight restriction of 275 pounds.

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