DescriptionTake a step back in aviation history with a thrilling scenic biplane ride over the beautiful Virgina countryside.
Feel the wind in your face as you speed down the airstrip and lift off into the clear blue sky in a meticulously restored 1942 Waco ZPF-7. The Earth descends below you as you feel the freedom of the open-air cockpit during your aerial adventure.
In helmet and goggles, you and your companion will sit side-by-side as you will barnstorm around Culpeper, VA. This is a beautiful area, and you’ll have a bird’s eye view of horses and cows grazing in green pastures, and farmers at work in their fields.
Your highly experienced pilot is a retired United Airlines Boeing 777 Captain and U.S. Navy pilot. He has logged well over 23,000 hours of flight time during a flying career spanning over 40 years. You are in good hands.
Sit back, relax, and experience the magnificent Virginia countryside from this unique and historic perspective.
Your Aircraft
The first owner of this 1942 Waco (pronounced wah-ko) ZPF-7 NC32162 is unknown. The aircraft logs begin in 1944 with the note; ’Previous logbooks lost in inverted flight. Time to date; 34 hours.’
Top speed is 214 mph and stalls at about 40 mph. The airplane has less than 1000 hours total time since new and is a joy to fly.
It has been on ’Good Morning America’, ’The Today Show’, ’Wings’ and the Discovery Channel, and was the Custom Antique Champion at "Sun n Fun" in 2002.
AvailabilityMonday - Saturday; some Sundays. Best times to fly are mornings & afternoons. (9/10am & 4/5pm)
LocationCulpeper, VADuration30 minutes of flight timeEssential InformationFor this experience you must be at least 6 years of age and in reasonably good health.Participants2 per planeWeatherThis experience is weather dependent. Always contact the Experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.What to WearThe aircraft offers good protection from the elements, so dress as if you were going for a ride in a convertible. If the temperature is below 70 degrees, a jacket is recommended. Leather is best. You should also bring sunglasses and wear comfortable shoes ....cap and goggles are provided.Booking InformationFor this experience, it is recommended to request bookings at least 14 days in advance.Cancellation PolicyOnce you have received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rescheduling are allowed up to 48 hours prior to the Experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and reschedule at least 48 hours prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your Experience.
