Posts Tagged ‘fly fighter jet’

Flying the Jet Provost

Tuesday, September 27th, 2011
Fly the BAC Jet Provost in the UK. This trainer plane was in use by the Royal Air Force from the 50s to 1993 and still used by private companies to train pilots at flying fighter jets. Going to Mach 0.7, the Jet Provost has been a successful jet trainer and has served more than 10 air forces around the world. Its twin seating makes it a convivial plane. It is also easy to fly and agile, and very impressiveRead More....

The F-22 Raptor is back in the air

Wednesday, September 21st, 2011
As jet fighters are concerned, the F-22 Raptor is simply the best. So we were a bit surprised to hear a few months ago that this incredible jet fighter was grounded because of oxygen problems. The system actually did not work on several occasions causing hypoxia for some pilots who nearly crashed due to the lack of oxygen in the cockpit. This problem was so serious that the F-22 Raptor was grounded for 4 months, which is a very unusual move. But it reflects the positive view of the US officials Read More....

Jon Egging will be missed

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011
We would like to have a thought for Jon Egging who died at 33. Jon was one of the best pilots in the world, and crashed his Hawk T1 after a demonstration of the Red Arrows at the Bournemouth Air Festival in Dorset, England. Jon was part of the elite of fighter pilots jets. He joined the Red Arrows in 2010 and was Red 4, flying on the right hand of the Nine Diamond Formation. We are all saddened by this loss and our thoughts go to his family and friends. Earlier in the year Jon spoke to his localRead More....

Getting ready for air combat

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011
As we mentioned earlier, we are now preparing for a great new flying experience: dogfighting. And to finalise our operations, this summer we went to see some friends in California to see how they were doing it. And we have been reassured as we have had some tremendous fun flying and fighting, just like in air combat. In California, two outfits are doing dog fighting. One with L39 Albatros jet fighters – Mach One. The experience is great, and you have a pilot assisting and looking out for all tRead More....

Dogfighting coming soon….

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011
As you know, our operations in Bordeaux are currently on hold as we are preparing a fantastic experience for you, to begin in September or October of this year. It will be the first and only dogfight training and experience in Europe. We are currently finalizing the project, and got approval from the French air regulatory body. Soon, you will be able to embark in light plane, dogfight, do military maneuvers and try to shoot down your opponent. You will be placed in situation, with a military pilRead More....

Corporate events: fly a jet fighter

Monday, July 25th, 2011
We get more and more involved in the organization of corporate events and this has proven fun to do. It is always exciting to participate in the launch a product, or to reward winners of a competition, to discuss about our job and what it means to fly a jet fighter… We have done many different things in the past 6 months, which have been very good. So here is a recap of what we can do: for TVs and the press wishing to experience and report on the experience, you are welcome to do so – howeveRead More....

We are doing the Pontoise Airshow

Monday, July 18th, 2011
We are very excited as we are going to participate to the Pontoise Airshow, held in September 2011. This is our second participation to this specific airshow with the L39 Albatros. We are particularly pleased as it is our home base for the L39. Lots of people will attend and great pilots will participate. The Patrouille de France, the French national display team will be there, as well as the feminine aerobatic world champion. The Rafale should be on display, as will our Read More....

We fly our jet fighter in Abbeville in July!

Monday, July 11th, 2011
We will be flying our Fouga Magister jet fighter in Abbeville at the following dates:
  • 31st July 2011
  • 24-25th September 2011
Keep the date if you want to live a truly amazing flying experience. Abbeville is a fantastic smaller airport. Located just south of Le Touquet, it has a nice pilot lounge, restaurant and bar which is overlooking the runway. It is great also because the people who accompany you for the ride can come to the plane and take Read More....

Fly a jet fighter in July

Friday, July 1st, 2011
Wow it’s already July! It has gone so fast. We have had a fantastic six months of the year. We have been flying almost every day, getting more and more people to fly a jet fighter and experience the thrills of a lifetime. Here are some news about what happened in June. We have done more than 15 sorties this month in the Fouga Magister in Abbeville. And flying right over the water and along the cliffs is still something that gives us goose bumps. Read More....

How to be prepared for a jet fighter ride

Monday, June 27th, 2011
Flying a jet fighter is no ordinary experience. However, you should feel stressed out if you have booked a jet ride as there is nothing you can not handled. First of all, you should eat before flying. The common mistake is to think you will automatically be sick and therefore most people avoid having breakfast or lunch before the flight. You should eat, not beyond reason though, as you need the energy to fight the Gs and your own stress. Without energy, you may feel weak and unwell during the Read More....