Tigers and Tracks Experience
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For a truly unique and memorable day out that combines vintage aviation, military tanks and old-school sightseeing, look no further than the Tigers and Tracks experience at Duxford. This activity day offers a lesson in a vintage Tiger Moth, a trip onboard a Dragon Rapide, the chance to drive an armoured caterpillar-tracked military vehicle, and much more. The day begins with a warm welcome and briefing in the control tower, complete with tea and biscuits. Participants will then be split into small groups to rotate around the activities. Those starting on the tanks will be taken to Duxford's military testing ground, where they'll get to drive an Armoured Personnel Carrier on a purpose-built track. Next up is the Tiger Moth, a beloved little military trainer plane. You'll get to wear a vintage flying jacket, helmet and goggles, and even take the controls once you've attained straight and level flight after take-off. The day ends with a sightseeing flight on the Dragon Rapide, a historic commercial airliner. You'll enjoy a bird's eye view of IWM Duxford, spotting the Tiger Moth and APC tanks from the air. And when you return to the ground, a buffet lunch and Champagne reception await, along with logbook-style certificates and a private tour of parts of the IWM. Get ready for an unforgettable day out!
- Military vehicles, Tigers and Dragon Rapide's combined at Duxford
- Tiger Moth lesson, Dragon sightseeing and APC drive
- Short hosted tour to be a behind the scenes IWM area
- Briefing and closing reception in the control tower
Tigers and Tracks
A full day vintage aircraft and track day lasting approximately five and a half hours
- 15 minutes hands on flying lesson in the Tiger Moth
- 20 minute sightseeing tour in the Dragon Rapide
- 15 minute driving lesson in an armoured personnel carrier, where you take the controls for approximately 10 minutes
- An experienced guide will escort you throughout the day, highlighting areas of interest and ensuring your day runs smoothly
- A lunch voucher is provided for lunch at The Workshop Cafe
- A professional individual photograph is included
- You may be part of a group of up to 16 taking part on the day
- Free entry to IWM Duxford with discounted entry for accompanying friends
- All flight times are approximate and 'chock to chock'
Information
- You are welcome to bring friends and family along however they will need to enter the museum to view the flight
- Entry to IWM Duxford is compulsory for participants and accompanying guests. Guests will enjoy half price entry to the site, children uner 5 go free
- Refreshments are available on site for spectators to purchase
- Free parking and full facilities on site
- Disabled wheelchairs are available
- Minimum age is 16
- Maximum age is 80
- Maximum weight limit is 18 stone
- You need to be agile enough to climb into the cockpit
Minimum Age: 16 years
Maximum Age: 80 years
Maximum Weight: 114.00 kg
- A visit to IWM Duxford is a day out in itself so make sure you leave plenty of time to look around the museum too!
- March to October, on selected Saturdays generally once a month
- Experiences generally start at 10:30am and finish at 3:30pm
Locations
- Cambridgeshire
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