Red Cat Biplane Flights

Red Cat Biplane Flights is a unique aviation experience that offers a thrilling and unforgettable adventure in the skies over New Zealand's stunning glaciers and scenery.

The company, Aviation Adventures Ltd, is the only fully licensed operator of open-cockpit biplanes in New Zealand, holding the same certification as Air New Zealand. They own the only two airworthy radial-engined Ag-Cats in the country, including the iconic red Grumman Ag-Cat biplane that has been in their possession for over 12 years.

The flights are perfect for those who want to experience the thrill of flying in an open-cockpit biplane, whether it's a short flight or a longer one. The company provides leather jackets and flying helmets, and they suggest wearing sunglasses and bringing a smartphone to record the experience with a "selfie." The flight options and pricing can be found on their website, where you can select from the drop-down menu for further details on where they fly.

Red Cat Biplane Flights is based at Pukaki Airport near Twizel in the spectacular Mackenzie Basin, only 5 km south from the turnoff to Aoraki Mount Cook. They offer a range of flights, from their popular Mackenzie Magic option to flying over New Zealand's largest glaciers. Prices start from as little as $245.00 per person. On all their flights, passengers get to wear a leather flying jacket, leather helmet, and flying goggles.

The company's unique aviation experience is not to be missed. They are the only company in New Zealand operating an open-cockpit Grumman biplane that can take two passengers in addition to the pilot. This means you can share the fun and adventure with a family member, friend, or partner. They offer four great flight options to choose from, including a flight to the Glenmary Glacier, the nearest to Twizel, visiting the Haupapa/Tasman Glacier, New Zealand's largest, or flying over the 'Big Three' (Tasman, Franz Josef, and Fox).