Frequently Asked Questions

Are the prices per person?
Our prices include 2 passengers. It’s like the second person rides free.

When do you fly and what are your hours?
Our season begins mid April and ends at the end of November. This may vary depending on weather. We fly 7 days a week, however Saturdays and Sundays are the busiest. We do take reservations during the week and try to keep them in the evening after 5:00 P.M. We will fly daytime tours during the week if that is your preference.

Are there any age restrictions?
We’ve had passengers from age 2 to 90. If you are shorter than 5’0 we have a cushion for you to sit on so that you can see better. If you are shorter than 3’0 we will have you sit on 2 or 3 cushions.

What are the size and weight restrictions for passengers?
We can carry a combined passenger weight of 450 lbs.

What forms of payment do you take?
We accept checks, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.
We also take cash with proper identification.

How safe is it?
Frankly your drive to and from the airport will be more dangerous. The aircraft is a modern version of the original 1935 Waco YMF and built incorporating the latest in aircraft design technology. The aircraft is maintained in a manner that far exceeds the FAA required annual and 100 hour inspections. Each pilot of this plane has over 30 accident free years of professional flying experience. Each flight is conducted while in continuous radio communication and radar control with the tower at Louisville International Airport. But we still have time to talk to you too!!! And if it matters to you, the FAA says we have to have a mandatory drug testing program which we faithfully comply with. Yuk!!!

What should I wear?
Anything you want. On hot days we recommend that you dress cool, such as shorts and t-shirt. The passenger cockpit is warm so you won’t need a jacket unless the outside temperature is 55 degrees or less. Long dresses for the ladies is fine, but if you are wearing high heels, you may have a little difficulty climbing into the plane.

Can I take a camera?
Absolutely, and don’t forget to bring it. The only precaution is that you should use the wrist strap if equipped and not let the camera extend outside of the cockpit. Otherwise someone on the ground may be taking pictures of you with your camera.

What if the weather is bad?
We will simply reschedule your flight, sometimes the same day or another day when it’s convenient for you.

Do I need to make a reservation? How far in advance?
Reservations are highly recommended, and required during the week. The weekend flights typically will be sold out by Thursday preceeding the weekend. If you are particular about the time you want to fly, it is best to schedule a week or so before your flight.

Do I need to arrive early for my flight?
We would like you to arrive about 15 minutes early. We schedule an additional 30 minutes to your flight time for you to take photos, ask questions, and to brief you before the flight. The time spent on the ground before and after the flight is part of the whole experience, and we don’t want to rush you. So an early arrival will greatly assist us in staying on schedule.

Do you do aerobatics?
Currently we do not do aerobatics. Aerobatics requires that you wear parachutes and only one passenger can ride. Most folks like having someone to ride with. If you are the adventurous type, we can give you a thrill ride that you won’t be disappointed with, but we won’t take you upside down.