FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)
How a typical event works
Guests arrive half an hour before "take off" where they are served welcome drinks and are taken through the registration process. Guests are then taken individually to their seats where they are fastened in their seats by a six point safety belt. Once all the safety checks are complete starters are served and we "take off" for our first session in the sky for your allocated time.
When starters are finished the table is then brought back to ground where guests are welcome to take a comfort break. Our Chefs and the main course are then loaded and we once again take off where guests will enjoy a further hour in the sky enjoying their main meal and watching our Chef prepare one of our mouth watering desserts for their consumption. After your exclusive Dinner in the Sky Experience we invite all guests to join us for Coffee/Tea, Belgian Chocolates and Cheese and Biscuits in our Marquee facilities on the ground.
Where can we host Dinner in the Sky?
It is possible to relocate the Crane and table for mobile use at an event, with all relocation and setup costs to be incurred by client. Events and costs around events will be negotiated on an event by event basis. We can host this anywhere from busy Entertainment Destinations, along coastline, local wineries, a Golf Course, Sports Arenas and even a Race Track. Remember - the Sky is the limit for you.
1. Is it only Dinner you cater for?
Dinner in the Sky is NOT restricted to only "Dinner" as the name may suggest but could host the following events, as well as Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails etc :
2. Is it safe?
Dinner in the Sky is approved by Australian Safety Standards and is TUV certified. It also includes the following safety achievements :
3. Does Dinner in the sky.com have the necessary Insurance?
YES we do have the necessary Insurance, Personal Liability and Third Party and workplace Cover in place.
4. Weather Sensitive Issues
Dinner in the Sky is approved by Australian Safety Standards and is TUV certified. It also includes the following safety achievements :
5. Authorisations
Toilet facilities
It’s like in a normal restaurant: you ask where they are to the waiter and… you go down. It’s just a bit less discrete because the whole table goes down but it takes less than a minute.
Things to think about as an event organiser
Venue?
As an organizer you will need to arrange for:
Event location 40 x 20 meters accessible for both crane & truck with trailer. If you can’t find a good venue please contact us we can assist you in this. We may already have the ideal location coming up for you .
Catering?
Catering is not included, the budget will depend on your wishes (how do you plan your 8 hours: 1 VIP dinner or several half an hour tastings/cocktails sessions or, which type of food do you want to offer to your guests.
Can we arrange for our own catering ?
Yes you can, but if you need any assistance we will be able to assist you with some high quality catering companies.
How many chefs can cook inside the table ?
There is room for 3 chefs in the middle of the table.
Can the caterer use open fire ?
No this is not allowed due to fire & Safety regulations. But it’s possible to have electricity on the table in order to use electrical devices. Gas-barbecue may also be used.
What kind of food can be served on the table ?
There are no fixed menus. Our clients have been serving from sushi to lobster, from tapas to gastronomic dinner… so it really depends on the catering company and the available budget.
Table seating
How many people can sit around the table?
Dinner in the Sky can seat a maximum of 22 people per session.
How many sessions can you organise during 8 hours?
Depending on the activities you want to organise we think that 1 hour per session is ideal, so you can do around 7 sessions in one day. But if it’s just a tasting or a cocktail, you can imagine half an hour sessions.
What is the minimum age to attend Dinner in the Sky ?
Dinner in the sky is not age related but height related, we need to be able to secure you safely in your seat, minimum height is 150 cm
"Weather conditions"
What happens if the weather is too bad to operate Dinner in the Sky ?
We offer the possibility to adjourn the event up to 3 days before event, in case that the conditions might be too bad to operate "Dinner in the Sky" on your desired date.
Is there heating available ?
Dinner in the Sky offers an infra red heating system as an option for € 750/day
(63 amp needs to be available at your location with a 60 meter long 63 amp power cable and a switch box that can hold 8 x 220 V 16 amp to power up the heating system)
Is there cooling available?
Yes - We are also prepared for events in warmer regions. For such occasions we offer the possibility to install AC-Fans or Misting Fans and to set up a transparent roof to give shadow.
How a typical event works
Guests arrive half an hour before "take off" where they are served welcome drinks and are taken through the registration process. Guests are then taken individually to their seats where they are fastened in their seats by a six point safety belt. Once all the safety checks are complete starters are served and we "take off" for our first session in the sky for your allocated time.
When starters are finished the table is then brought back to ground where guests are welcome to take a comfort break. Our Chefs and the main course are then loaded and we once again take off where guests will enjoy a further hour in the sky enjoying their main meal and watching our Chef prepare one of our mouth watering desserts for their consumption. After your exclusive Dinner in the Sky Experience we invite all guests to join us for Coffee/Tea, Belgian Chocolates and Cheese and Biscuits in our Marquee facilities on the ground.
Where can we host Dinner in the Sky?
It is possible to relocate the Crane and table for mobile use at an event, with all relocation and setup costs to be incurred by client. Events and costs around events will be negotiated on an event by event basis. We can host this anywhere from busy Entertainment Destinations, along coastline, local wineries, a Golf Course, Sports Arenas and even a Race Track. Remember - the Sky is the limit for you.
1. Is it only Dinner you cater for?
Dinner in the Sky is NOT restricted to only "Dinner" as the name may suggest but could host the following events, as well as Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails etc :
- Live Radio Broadcasts
- Product Launches
- Corporate Functions
- Birthday or Engagement Parties
- Business meetings
- Sports Events
- Charity Events
- Weddings
- Poker Tournaments
2. Is it safe?
Dinner in the Sky is approved by Australian Safety Standards and is TUV certified. It also includes the following safety achievements :
- Australian standards certification and authorization.
- Only Qualified Staff will be involved in the operation of each event/seating.
- An Experienced Supervisor will take responsibility for each event/seating and be the final signatory before and after each event/seating on a detailed and thorough checklist.
- A large ground clearance area, a minimum of 12m X 18m will be cordoned off and patrolled by experienced staff at all times during operation and is inaccessible to unauthorized parties at all times.
- Nobody except staff will be allowed within this area unless supervised by an experienced and qualified staff member of Dinner in the sky.com
- Guests will be escorted to an allocated a seat by the Supervisor/Staff member and then secured by "4 point safety belts" that CANNOT be released by the guest or guest next to him/her. (It is NOT physically possible to reach the release while fastened into the seat).
- A Supervisor will accompany all guests to a height decided on and will supervise safety during the "flight"
- The Supervisor will be in communication with "ground crew" by means of two-way radio as well as hand signals if necessary.
- Regulatory safety checks on welding joints and attachment points will be carried out by an independent party at regular intervals to ensure compliance.
- All Crane equipment will be checked periodically by appropriate authorities.
3. Does Dinner in the sky.com have the necessary Insurance?
YES we do have the necessary Insurance, Personal Liability and Third Party and workplace Cover in place.
4. Weather Sensitive Issues
Dinner in the Sky is approved by Australian Safety Standards and is TUV certified. It also includes the following safety achievements :
- DITS will be subject to weather and events may be affected. For safety reasons DITS will only be operated when weather permits.
- DITS will be in contact with the weather bureau that is able to determine adverse conditions well in advance.
- Australia is however blessed with having some of the finest weather in the world and we do include different weather options to ensure maximum exposure all year long.
- It is the responsibility of the client to check the weather conditions at least 72 hours before an event otherwise it will go ahead as planned.
5. Authorisations
- Dinner in the Sky.com does require local Council Approvals for each location where it is hosted and needs a minimum of 4 weeks to achieve this.
- Permission from the Land owners where Dinner in the sky.com is to be hosted is also required.
Toilet facilities
It’s like in a normal restaurant: you ask where they are to the waiter and… you go down. It’s just a bit less discrete because the whole table goes down but it takes less than a minute.
Things to think about as an event organiser
Venue?
As an organizer you will need to arrange for:
Event location 40 x 20 meters accessible for both crane & truck with trailer. If you can’t find a good venue please contact us we can assist you in this. We may already have the ideal location coming up for you .
Catering?
Catering is not included, the budget will depend on your wishes (how do you plan your 8 hours: 1 VIP dinner or several half an hour tastings/cocktails sessions or, which type of food do you want to offer to your guests.
Can we arrange for our own catering ?
Yes you can, but if you need any assistance we will be able to assist you with some high quality catering companies.
How many chefs can cook inside the table ?
There is room for 3 chefs in the middle of the table.
Can the caterer use open fire ?
No this is not allowed due to fire & Safety regulations. But it’s possible to have electricity on the table in order to use electrical devices. Gas-barbecue may also be used.
What kind of food can be served on the table ?
There are no fixed menus. Our clients have been serving from sushi to lobster, from tapas to gastronomic dinner… so it really depends on the catering company and the available budget.
Table seating
How many people can sit around the table?
Dinner in the Sky can seat a maximum of 22 people per session.
How many sessions can you organise during 8 hours?
Depending on the activities you want to organise we think that 1 hour per session is ideal, so you can do around 7 sessions in one day. But if it’s just a tasting or a cocktail, you can imagine half an hour sessions.
What is the minimum age to attend Dinner in the Sky ?
Dinner in the sky is not age related but height related, we need to be able to secure you safely in your seat, minimum height is 150 cm
"Weather conditions"
What happens if the weather is too bad to operate Dinner in the Sky ?
We offer the possibility to adjourn the event up to 3 days before event, in case that the conditions might be too bad to operate "Dinner in the Sky" on your desired date.
Is there heating available ?
Dinner in the Sky offers an infra red heating system as an option for € 750/day
(63 amp needs to be available at your location with a 60 meter long 63 amp power cable and a switch box that can hold 8 x 220 V 16 amp to power up the heating system)
Is there cooling available?
Yes - We are also prepared for events in warmer regions. For such occasions we offer the possibility to install AC-Fans or Misting Fans and to set up a transparent roof to give shadow.
