River Raid

1.5 Hour+ Experience, 40 Minute Flight over Sydney’s Hawkesbury River and Northern Beaches
Low altitude, high-speed river run
High-G Combat maneuvres
Stunning backdrop of Sydney's northern beaches

Experience the excitement of a a thrilling, high-speed run and intense G-forces as you perform aggressive fighter pilot maneuvers over the coastline above the river and challenging terrain in this Yak-52 TW ex-military style aircraft.

DETAILS

Upon your arrival at Bankstown Airport you’ll meet your highly trained pilot who will give you a full briefing on all aspects of the flight, aircraft details, and safety procedures

Then you’ll strap in and soon after, you’ll feel the overwhelming momentum of a 400 horsepower radial engine as it pushes you back into the seat while you tear down the runway and begin your adventure.

After takeoff, your pilot will set course towards the Hawkesbury River where the River Raid begins. You’ll be tearing through the air at high speed, executing low-altitude fly-bys following the curvy terrain. The mission then transitions to the Sydney coastline, where you’ll perform aggressive high-G maneuvers designed to push the aircraft - and you - to the limit

Not sure if you’re ready for the full G-Force Gauntlet? Don’t worry, you’ll be in constant contact with your pilot via your headset. You control the mission intensity, and your pilot will tailor the high-G maneuvers and aggression level to ensure your experience is thrilling yet comfortable.

Once your ACES mission is accomplished we return to Bankstown for landing and to debrief the flight.

There will be ample opportunity to take photos both before and after the flight and an optional flight video will be available to purchase.

This is a great experience and the perfect gift idea for any aviation fan or that person in your life who ‘has everything’ and craves something truly different and intensely unique.

TIMING

45 Minute Flight
Allow 2 hours for the total experience including briefing, debriefing, possible delays

PROVIDED

Nomex Flight Suit
Headset

LOCATION

All flights take place from Bankstown Airport, approx. 30 min drive from Sydney’s CBD

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Additional Information

Fitness and Experience

Generally people from 14 years up to 85 years old can partake provided you are medically fit. For those under 18 years of age we will require parent or legal guardian authorisation on the day. As this is not an experience for the faint of heart, passengers should be of good general health.
You must be agile enough to climb into the aircraft
There is no need for any previous flying experience

Dress Code

Wear enclosed footwear (no thongs or sandals) and comfortable clothing

Weather

Your flight is weather dependant and we cannot fly in rain or strong wind
All weather decisions are made on the day
Your flight will go ahead unless we contact you

Restrictions

Maximum weight for this experience is 115kg
Maximum height is 195cm
Avoid excessive alcohol the night before, if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol you will not be able to participate in the flight and will forfeit your voucher

Rescheduling, Refunds, & Cancellations

Gift Voucher sales are final and non-refundable. Gift Vouchers are valid for 3 years and may be transferred but are not refundable.
Online bookings may be rescheduled up to 48 hrs prior to confirmed times without penalty, however cancellations inside 24 hours, no-shows, or late arrivals will forfeit their experience and are not entitled to a refund.
ACES will make every attempt to fly on the booked date & time, however we reserve the right to reschedule flights without penalty or refund due to unsuitable weather conditions (including strong wind, low cloud, poor visibility, high temperature or thunderstorms) or other reasons beyond ACES's control.
We do not offer refunds for confirmed bookings, except in exceptional circumstances (e.g., serious illness or misadventure), and at our discretion. In such cases, a $50.00 admin fee applies.

Passenger Acknowledgment Form

All passengers will be required to sign an acknowledgment form that states:

In relation to the Adventure flight that I am about to undertake I acknowledge that I am medically fit, have been verbally briefed and understand:

a. The planned flight manoeuvres to be conducted,

b. The safety features and equipment fitted to the aircraft; and

c. Emergency egress procedures.

In accordance with CASA CASR 132.150 I understand:

The design, manufacture and airworthiness of the aircraft are not required to meet any safety standard recognised by CASA; and
The aircraft is not required by CASA to be operated to the same safety standards as an aircraft used for regular public transport or charter operations; and
Travel in the aircraft is done at the passenger’s own risk; and
A more detailed briefing about the safety of the aircraft will be given to the passenger before the passenger boards the aircraft.