Wing Walking (CHALLENGE)

Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Essex, RM14 2TN

Join Team Teens Unite at Damyns Hall Aerodrome for a challenge like no other! Harnessed to the wings of a plane, you will experience fly pasts and manoeuvres at speeds of up to 130mph.

If you would like to take on this challenge, please email challenges@teensunite.org, call us on 01992 440091, or use the "register your interest" button to the right.

Why Wing Walk in aid of Teens Unite?

By taking on a Wing Walking challenge in aid of Teens Unite, you'll be helping us to bring more young people overcoming cancer together to create incredible memories and lifelong friendships at our motivational and confidence building workshops.

Teens Unite is currently the only UK Mainland Charity to provide ongoing social and emotional support to young people overcoming cancer, from diagnosis, through treatment, remission and beyond - cancer doesn't stop when the treatment stops. 

** Please note the following conditions apply

Wing Walkers must be between 18 and 65 years old (Doctors letter/note required on the day to confirm fitness for 65 years plus)
You must be between 5 and 6ft tall (1.52-1.83m)
You must weigh less than 12 stone (77kg)
You need to be able to climb up to the top wing of the aircraft (around 10 feet)
You cannot take part if you have or are suffering from Epilepsy, fits, severe head injury, blackouts, fainting 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
If you have any pre existing medical conditions which you feel may prevent you from taking part you should consult your doctor
All wingwalkers will be required to sign a disclaimer prior to taking part
You will be securely attached to the aircraft at all times using a purpose built CAA approved harness and rig
You should wear a couple of layers of close fitting comfortable clothing and flat soled lace up footwear
Earplugs and goggles are provided
Jewellery will need to be removed for the display
Pets are not allowed on the airfield