Ron and I had an opportunity to fly above the Smoky Mountains with Marc Hightower of Sky High Air Tours. What an amazing experience!
Marc offered to take us up on his vintage airplane tour for more than a year. He is a member of the Smoky Mountain Wedding Association that we also belong to. Every time he saw us, he would remind us of his offer. The first thing you should know is that Ron and I are both afraid of heights. So to say the least, we had to convince ourselves that we would be fine. Here’s our review of our tour with Sky High Air Tours:
Our Tour with Sky High Air Tours
We arrived to the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge Airport for our tour and were seated in the 1927 vintage WACO biplane. It has an open cockpit and Ron had his arm around me; it was very romantic.
We were clutching the plane initially. I closed my eyes when Marc started the engine and headed to the runway. This is a tradition I do every time I fly: hold on to the plane, shut my eyes, and concentrate on breathing. I opened my eyes briefly on the runway and then we were up. It was so easy and painless that I was able to keep my eyes open.
The fresh air and the breeze (from behind the shield) was wonderful. The take-off was so much better than a commercial aircraft. Even though the plane is small, I didn’t feel claustrophobic.
We were up in the clouds looking over Sevier County and seeing the Smokies from a whole different view. The beauty of our area is amazing! We were able to see everything below so clearly. Buildings, attractions, and vehicles all looked like models from our height. There are trees and greenery all over our county. The views are truly unbelievable!
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Ron and I recommend Sky High Air Tours. It is truly an experience of a lifetime! Read more about this amazing local company and make a reservation for your next trip to the Smoky Mountains.
Are you planning to propose during your next trip to Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg? A sightseeing tour in the skies is one of the best places to propose in the Smoky Mountains!
Planning a honeymoon in the Gatlinburg area? A sightseeing tour with Sky High Air Tours is romantic and unforgettable! Check out this article from the Smoky Mountain Wedding Association to learn more.
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