The Ancient Trade Routes Tour traces the pathways of merchants, caravans, and seafarers who shaped commerce across Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa. Pilots will fly from London to Paris, across the Alps into Italy, and along the Aegean coast to Greece, Crete, and beyond. Each leg connects historic cities, ports, and trade hubs that once facilitated the flow of goods, culture, and ideas. From Roman markets to Byzantine and Venetian trade centers, this tour offers pilots a unique perspective on the networks that fueled ancient and medieval economies.
As the tour continues across the Mediterranean to Alexandria, Cairo, and Libya, pilots will witness coastal cities, river valleys, and deserts that sustained trade for centuries. Iconic ports and caravan cities like Corfu, Heraklion, and Palermo reveal the lasting legacy of these ancient routes. Combining scenic VFR flying with a rich historical narrative, the Ancient Trade Routes Tour is perfect for aviation enthusiasts who want to explore the intersections of geography, commerce, and history from the air.
| # | Flight Num | Dep ICAO | Arr ICAO | Aircraft | Distance | Duration HH:MM | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CANAT01 |
Cessna 182 Skylane |
190 nm | 01:30 | |||
| 2 | CANAT02 |
Beechcraft Bonanza |
290 nm | 02:20 | |||
| 3 | CANAT03 |
Beechcraft Baron |
125 nm | 00:55 | |||
| 4 | CANAT04 |
Cessna 182 Skylane |
230 nm | 01:50 | |||
| 5 | CANAT05 |
Beechcraft Bonanza |
105 nm | 00:50 | |||
| 6 | CANAT06 |
Cessna 182 Skylane |
210 nm | 01:50 | |||
| 7 | CANAT07 |
Beechcraft Bonanza |
180 nm | 01:30 | |||
| 8 | CANAT08 |
Cessna 182 Skylane |
90 nm | 00:45 | |||
| 9 | CANAT09 |
Beechcraft Baron |
200 nm | 01:30 | |||
| 10 | CANAT10 |
Beechcraft Baron |
350 nm | 02:40 | |||
| 11 | CANAT11 |
Cessna 182 Skylane |
85 nm | 00:45 | |||
| 12 | CANAT12 |
Beechcraft Bonanza |
195 nm | 01:35 | |||
| 13 | CANAT13 |
Beechcraft Baron |
230 nm | 01:40 | |||
| 14 | CANAT14 |
Cessna 182 Skylane |
280 nm | 02:30 | |||
| 15 | CANAT15 |
Beechcraft Bonanza |
540 nm | 04:20 |
| Callsign | Progress | Started | Last Updated | Completed |
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CANAT01

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