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Join GDA for our new exciting event on Wednesday 26 June and fly high on the wings of a Boeing Stearman Biplane where you will soar and dive over the stunning Cotswolds scenery! Experience a once in a life time opportunity of flypasts, zoom climbs, steep dives and banks at speeds of up to 130mph!

Dates: Wednesday  9:30AM on 26 June 2024
Venue: Rendcomb Airfield, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Registration fee to secure booking £150.00 non refundable fee 
Minimum sponsorship: £850.00

*Minimum Sponsorship must be raised at least a week prior to the event. £249 from the sponsorship money combined with the registration fee covers the flight cost of £399.

Upon confirmation of booking, our Fundraising Manager will be in contact.

Requirements:

  • At least 18 years old

  • No taller than 6ft 2”

  • No heavier than 14 stone

  • Waist measurement, whilst wearing warm clothing and a jacket must be 40” or less

  • Able to climb completely unassisted up to and down from the top wing of one of our Boeing Stearman biplanes. This is a steep climb of approximately 10ft / 3m, but you will be given full guidance by our professional wingwalker

  • Have not suffered any of the following conditions: Epilepsy, fits, severe head injury, recurrent blackouts, fainting fits or giddiness, disease of the brain or nervous system, high blood pressure, heart or lung disease, recurrent weakness or dislocation of any limb, diabetes, mental illness, drug or alcohol addiction.

What is included?
A Wing walking experience with a highly experienced pilot. You will receive a full pre-flight briefing and GDA t-shirt to wear, the GDA team will be there to support you on the day. Upon completion of your incredible challenge, you will receive a personalised Wing Walking certificate.

For more information, or to book your place please contact our Fundraising Manager by calling 01452 327999 or email sally.gillespie@gda.org.uk

Take on a challenge

Cycle, climb, skydive, walk or run – across the UK and further afield there are challenges just waiting for you to take them on. 

Whether you want to climb a mountain, run a marathon, swim the channel or walk the Cotswold Way, we can help you get your challenge underway. Take a look at our EVENTS for more information about upcoming challenges. 

Or if you’d prefer to organise your own challenge, we can help you kick-start your adventure. 

Host an event

A cake sale, quiz night or dinner party can be a great way to bring friends together while supporting GDA. 

Pick your date, invite your friends and your good to go. Don’t forget to let us know what you’re up to so we can lend you and your event some support.

Once you’ve chosen your fundraising idea, kick-start your journey by contacting our friendly Fundraising Manager, Sally Gillespie - sally.gillespie@gda.org.uk 

Take a look at our RESOURCES for additional support to help you make the most out of your amazing fundraising efforts. 

You can keep up with our fundraising events via our Facebook page: GDA Facebook page

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