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Dam Buster Flight โ ยฃ1,999
Dam Buster Flight 2-hour Derwent Dams mission in a real T6 Harvard warbird
Step into living history and retrace one of the most iconic low-level training routes of WWII.
The Dam Buster Flight is a premium two-hour warbird mission to the legendary Derwent Dams, where 617 Squadron rehearsed in strict secrecy ahead of the 1943 Dambusters raid. Itโs part aviation heritage, part hands-on flying lesson, and part cinematic adventure across some of the UKโs most spectacular landscape.
If you want the most immersive, long-range historic flight we offer, this is it.
Dam Buster Flight Pricing & locations:
From Peterborough (Conington) โ ยฃ1,999: A full 2-hour mission profile (weather/ATC permitting).
From Manchester Barton โ ยฃ750: A shorter 30โ40 minute Dam run due to the close proximity of the airfield to the Derwent Dams.
Not sure which departure suits you? Weโll advise based on your location and the experience you want.
Whatโs included in your Dam Buster Flight: Two-hour WWII heritage mission – A complete airborne adventure lasting approximately 2 hours, following the terrain and routing that made the Dambusters training legendary.
Route planning session: Before departure, youโll sit down with your instructor to plan the mission profileโheadings, timings, altitudes, low-level considerations, and what to expect approaching the Derwent Dams.
Hands-on flying throughout the route: Youโll spend significant time at the controls during the transitโflying the Harvard across varied terrain on the way to the Peak Districtโs most famous WWII landmark.
The Derwent Dams run: Fly past the iconic twin Derwent Damsโworld-famous for their wartime roleโseeing them from the air as the crews once did (subject to weather and ATC).
Full aerobatic sequence (conditions permitting): Your instructor can demonstrate classic WWII training manoeuvres, such as:
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Loop
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Aileron Roll
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Barrel Roll
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Cuban Eight
Combat-style evasive manoeuvres (conditions permitting): Experience the handling and reaction techniques used by wartime pilots when avoiding threatsโan unforgettable demonstration of what the Harvard can do.
Air Experience Flight: ย PPL Exercise 3 – Your time at the controls counts as a genuine flying lesson and can be logged in your pilot logbook (where applicable).
Photos with the aircraft: A proper moment to commemorate a once-in-a-lifetime historic missionโperfect for family, friends, and the memory wall.
Why choose the Dam Buster Flight? – This is the most prestigious, historic, and immersive flight experience we offer. You will:
Fly a real WWII advanced trainer
Navigate a legendary route
Visit one of RAF historyโs most significant training locations
Enjoy extended hands-on flying – Spend a full two hours in a vintage warbird
The Dam Buster Flight isnโt just an aviation experienceโitโs a personal journey into the heart of RAF history.
Who itโs for
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Aviation history fans who want the ultimate UK heritage flight
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Pilots who want a proper hands-on mission (not just a scenic ride)
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Gift buyers looking for a premium, bucket-list experience
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Anyone who wants the closest thing to a real WWII-style training sortie
Book your Dam Buster Flight
Ready to fly the Derwent Dams in a Harvard?
Prefer to speak to us first? Send us your preferred dates and departure location and weโll confirm availability.
FAQ
How long is the Extreme Vintage Warbird Experience?
The flight duration includes airborne aerobatics and hands-on flying, 20 minutes from taxi to shut down of the aircraft. Optional extensions are available.
Do I get to fly the aircraft?
Yesโafter take-off youโll fly the Harvard yourself, guided by your instructor.
Is this suitable for non-pilots?
Absolutely. No previous flying experience is required.
Are aerobatics guaranteed?
They are planned but subject to: weather, airspace and safety considerations on the day.
https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/the-incredible-story-of-the-dambusters-raid
https://www.legionscotland.org.uk/news/the-real-story-of-the-dam-busters-80-years-on