Take Flight for Lindsey Lodge! The Wing Walk Challenge is Back!

Do you dare to care and take on the ultimate adrenaline challenge? Join Lindsey Lodge Hospice and experience the thrill of a lifetime by standing on the wing of a plane as it soars through the sky! This is your incredible chance to tick a huge item off your bucket list while raising crucial funds for patient care in your community.

Challenge Dates & Locations

The Wickenby aerodrome in Lincolnshire has limited availability on the following dates.

Friday 26th – Sunday 28th June 2026

Friday 21st – Sunday 23rd August 2026

Please note that specific flight times will be confirmed directly with the aerodrome once your wing walk is paid for.

How to Sign Up & Fundraise

To join the challenge, first Confirm Interest by singing up via our website. After this, you will be sent a link to sign up on the Wing Walk website where you will need to pay a £75 deposit to secure your spot. We ask that you Commit to Care by raising a minimum of £1000 eight weeks before you take on the challenge. Once you reach your target via JustGiving, the aerodrome informs us, and your wing walk is officially paid for and confirmed—then you’re Ready to Fly!

What to Expect on the Day

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and fully briefed by the team before being securely strapped into the special CAA-approved harness and rig. Before you know it, you will have taken to the skies for an unforgettable wing walk experience with your pilot. You should wear a couple of layers of close-fitting, comfortable clothing and flat-soled, lace-up footwear. Earplugs and goggles are provided, and jewellery will need to be removed for the display.

Participant Guidelines

To ensure the safety of all participants, please note that Wing Walkers must be between 18 and 80 years old (a doctor’s note or self-declaration is required for participants 80+). You must be between 5 and 6 feet tall (1.52m – 1.83m) and able to climb unassisted to the top of the aircraft. Maximum weight limits vary by location: 13 stone 4lbs (85kg) for the Kent, Lincolnshire, and Somerset aerodromes. You cannot take part if you have or are suffering from a number of specified medical conditions; if you have any pre-existing medical conditions, you should consult your doctor. All wing walkers will be required to sign a disclaimer prior to taking part.

Spectators are welcome! Please mention when making your booking if you intend to bring more than 10 guests.

Don’t let this incredible opportunity fly by! Sign up today and support Lindsey Lodge Hospice!