Take a vintage De Havilland Dragon Rapide flight over London! In its heyday during the 1930s the Dragon Rapide was one of the most luxurious compact airliners flying offering a comfort and style in the skies for the rich and famous with illustrious owners including King Edward VIII.
Now you can sample some of the flavour of the golden age of flying for yourself in this meticulously restored example of the much-loved vintage British aeroplane. We also have a wide range of vintage aircraft flights in classic two seater planes that will also take your breath away as well as more conventional flying experiences. Each of the eight seats in the passenger cabin has its own window on the world and you can look forward to superb views as the aircraft flies at just 1500 feet and a gentle 90 knots.
Once onboard you will take off from Duxford and head down towards London with its panorama of historic sites and modern landmarks. You’ll pass over the 2012 Olympic Village over Tower Bridge past the Houses of Parliament and see Buckingham Palace from your seat. It’s not just the views that have the ‘wow factor on this experience the fact that you are looking down on them from an historic Dragon Rapide makes it all the more special
At the end of your Dragon Rapide flight over London you will be able to buy souvenirs of your journey. What’s more admission to IWM Duxford is also included for every flyer so you can make it a proper aviation-themed day out. Friends and family wanting to come and watch your big day can do so when they buy a general admission ticket which are offered at reduced prices.
IntotheBlue also proudly offers its customers a selection of Spitfire flights memorable flights in a luxury helicopter as you ‘buddy’ the wingtip edge of a real WWII Supermarine Spitfire over the skies of Kent.
