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Honest, jargon-free writing about flying upside down for fun: what your first flight is really like, why the Extra is the aircraft to do it in, and the odd bit of aviation trivia.
First TimersCan Anyone Fly Aerobatics? Age, Weight, Health and Nerves, Explained
Aerobatic flight age limit, weight, health and nerves, honestly explained. Most people can fly, no experience needed; check size or medical concerns with us first.
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GiftsThe Bucket-List Gift That Beats Another Jumper: An Aerobatic Flight Experience
An Extra 300 aerobatic flight gift voucher for £299: valid 12 months, open-dated, PDF in minutes. A bucket-list gift the recipient flies when it suits them.
PlanningAerobatic Flights Near London: Where to Fly an Extra 300 from Bedfordshire
Aerobatic flight near London: fly an Extra 300 from Little Staughton in Bedfordshire, about an hour from north London. One-to-one, no experience needed, £299.
PlanningHow Much Does an Aerobatic Flight Cost in the UK? (2026 Price Guide)
Aerobatic flight cost UK: typical prices are £150–£400. Here's what changes the number, and why the Extra 300 Experience is £299.
First TimersYour First Aerobatic Flight: What Actually Happens Up There
Nervous? Excited? Both? Here is an honest, minute-by-minute guide to your first flight in the Extra 300, from the pre-flight brief to that first inverted grin.
The AircraftWhy the Extra 300 Is the Greatest Aerobatic Aircraft Ever Built
Roll rates that defy belief, a symmetrical wing that flies as happily inverted as upright, and a safety record that lets you push to the edge. An honest love letter to the Extra 300.
Aviation 101How Do Planes Actually Take Off? The Science, Simply Explained
Lift, thrust, drag and weight: the four forces that let two tonnes of metal leave the ground. A clear, jargon-free explanation of what really gets an aircraft flying.
CultureAre the Stunts in Top Gun Real? What Aerobatic Flying Is Actually Like
Hollywood's dogfights are dialled up for the big screen. But the flying underneath them is more real than you think. We separate the movie magic from the g-forces you can genuinely feel.
First Timers8 Aerobatic Manoeuvres Every First-Timer Should Try
Loops, rolls, hammerheads and the glorious half-Cuban: a plain-English tour of the figures you will fly on your first aerobatic experience, and what each one feels like.
FormationFormation Flying: The Skill Behind the Spectacle
Formation flying looks like magic from the ground. Here is the real skill behind it: the spacing, timing and trust that hold two aircraft as one.
CultureHow Pilots Perform Aerobatics: Behind the Wonder
Ever wondered how pilots perform aerobatics? A behind-the-scenes look at the training, energy management and precision behind every jaw-dropping loop and roll.
NewsWhat an Aerobatic Airshow Display Really Feels Like
An aerobatic airshow looks like magic from the ground: here is what those loops, rolls and vertical climbs actually feel like, and how you can fly one yourself.
First TimersFirst Aerobatic Flight: What to Think About First
Weighing up your first aerobatic flight? Health, what to wear, choosing the right operator and setting your expectations: the honest checklist before you book.
Aviation 101How to Fly a Loop: The Manoeuvre, Step by Step
How to fly a loop, explained step by step: the entry, the pull, the float over the top, and what each moment feels like from the Extra 300.
CultureThe 5 Craziest Airplane Stunts Ever Performed
Balloon weaves, tunnel threading and a jet standing on its tail. A fun, honest tour of the craziest airplane stunts ever flown, and what they take.
Aviation HistoryThe History of Formation Aerobatics: How It Began
From early daredevils to World War II squadrons and today's display teams: the history of formation aerobatics and the pilots who first dared it.
Aviation 101Aerobatic Pilot Skills: What Makes a Great One
Spatial awareness, energy management, G-tolerance and calm under load: the real aerobatic pilot skills behind every loop, roll and hammerhead you will fly.
FormationFormation Flying Training: How the Skill Is Built
What formation flying training really teaches: holding position to the foot, reading another aircraft by eye, and the discipline behind flying as one.
The AircraftExtra 300 Aerobatics: What Makes It Excel
The symmetrical wing, the roll rate, the power: the design traits that make Extra 300 aerobatics feel effortless, explained for the enthusiast in you.
First TimersHow to Prepare for Your First Aerobatic Flight
Nervous about going upside down? Here is how to prepare for your first aerobatic flight: what to eat, what to wear, and how to feel great in the air.
First TimersAerobatic Experience Flights: A First-Timer's Guide
What aerobatic experience flights actually feel like: the thrill, the skill you glimpse, and the safety that quietly underpins every roll. Honest, and a little addictive.
The AircraftExtra 300 Hire: The Practical Guide for Pilots
Thinking about Extra 300 hire? Who it suits, what you need to qualify, and how to fly one of the finest aerobatic aircraft, without the cost of owning it.
CompetitionCompetition Aerobatics Explained: A Beginner's Guide
How competition aerobatics actually works: the categories, the aerobatic box, how judges score every figure, and how pilots prepare. A clear, plain-English guide.
NewsInfinity Aerobatics: Your Guide to Getting Started
Meet Infinity Aerobatics: what an aerobatic experience in the Extra 300 really feels like, who it's for, and exactly how to book your first flight.
FormationFormation Flying: A Warm Welcome for New Pilots
Curious about formation flying? Here is how it works, what it feels like to fly a few feet from another aircraft, and how a first-timer joins in at Infinity.