30 Minute Flight Simulator Flying Experience

30 Minute Flight Simulator Flying Experience
30 Minute Flight Simulator Flying Experience
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FDTAA
1½ hrs
Horsham, West Sussex
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£99
  • About

    Interested in aviation? Take this amazing opportunity to fly a Boeing 737 in a top of the range aircraft simulator normally only available for professional pilot training. After a comprehensive pre-flight briefing climb aboard the flight deck with its state-of-the-art surround view. Take the controls of the aircraft with friendly hands-on guidance from an experienced pilot who will sit alongside you to offer continual support. Practise your first take-off and familiarise yourself with the flying controls then once you have built up some confidence, how about having a go at some landings? You can even bring a couple of friends along to sit in the aircraft's real passenger cabin.

    • A fantastic simulator experience in the world's best selling airliner
    • Enjoy the sheer excitement of taking off and landing a Boeing 737
    • Receive a 30 minute pre-flight briefing from an experienced pilot
    • Half an hour hands-on flying as the aircraft's Captain
    • ...and another half an hour assisting as a First Officer
  • Key Info

    Availability

    Seven days a week (excluding Christmas and New Year), subject to availability.

    Participant Guidelines

    Minimum age 10 and no other restrictions.

    Duration

    After a 30 minute briefing, you spend one hour in the simulator, with 30 minutes at the controls and 30 minutes as a passenger. Please arrive a few minutes prior to your booked flight time to register.

    Numbers On Day

    Share the simulator with one other participant and your co-pilot. Your guests are seated in the (separate) cabin area.

    Spectators

    You may invite up to two guests to sit in the simulator cabin and act as your passengers.

    Dress Code

    No special clothing is required, so just dress comfortably as you would for driving.

    Other Info

    All mobile phones should be turned off before entering the facility.

  • Reviews

    A Truely Fantastic Day Out, Amazing Experience

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    Louise B, 14 Jan 2012

    I booked this experience as a gift for my husband but have to say that we both had a fantastic day. I would thoroughly recommend the simulator to anyone interested in flying. The pilot who sat with my husband was friendly, informative and really put my husband at ease & I really enjoyed being able to be involved in the experience too. We will definitely be booking to do this again - fantastic, thank you

    Fantastic Day For My Son

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    Carol S, 30 Dec 2011

    I enjoyed sitting in the cockpit to watch my son have the experience of the flight simulator

    Thrilling Experience

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    Nitish P, 28 Dec 2011

    I had always wanted to be a pilot but it never happened. This is the closest I got to flying a real commercial aircraft and it was a great experience with a very friendly pilot at hand to guide.

    Superb Experience

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    John M, 28 Dec 2011

    Absolutely great experience from start to finish. Met by our instructor with a cup of tea and a very warm welcome. Excellent briefing taking into account that I have had experience on light aircraft. Then to the Sim - again great briefing on everything I was doing, no rush. Did one takeoff and four landings by which time you really did feel immersed in the sim and the feeling to the controls and handling of the 737. Finally with my fellow experience colleague Louise, we did two landings in a lightning storm at night! If you have even a remote interest in flying all I can say is go for it - this is one to remember.

    Perfect Present For My Boyfriend!

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    Demelza P, 28 Dec 2011

    My boyfriend has always wanted to be a pilot and this is the closest thing to actually flying one! The man who ran the experience was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, patient and very enthusiastic! My boyfriend could not stop thanking me and smiling for the rest of the day!

    What A Fantastic Experience

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    Stephen M, 22 Oct 2011

    I was extremely Satisfied with this experience. We had a wonderful time, with a great flight instructor who explained everything in real precise detail.

    Dad Thoroughly Enjoyed His Flying Time

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    Barrie M, 18 Oct 2011

    A great present for for my father who spent his entire working career making aircraft fly. Taking control and trying to land at Liverpool at night-time was a challlenge. A very encouraging instructor made it great fun.

    Great Day.

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    Ian M, 02 Oct 2011

    A great day. Instructor was excellent. Briefing was very informative and clear and did not become over complicated. The time in simulator was brilliant and very, very enjoyable but unfortunately time passes all too quickly. An unforgettable day

    What An Experience

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    P L, 19 Sep 2011

    Have waited 40years to try this, well worth the wait. Greeted with a cup of tea and then the briefing which was very clear. Once in the simulator Kevin gave me more instructions and then i had the controls for the take off. Thought that was quite easy, but not so the landings, but no crashes. Encouragement was forthcoming all the time and guidance, was allowed to make mistakes and then try and correct them. Really really enjoyed it, going back for more of the same as soon as i can. Highly recommend the experience. My passenger was sitting just behind and really enjoyed it too. As a result they might have a go themselves. I am still smiling 24hours later!! My instructor Kevin was so patient and very clear in his instructions. Thank you Kevin. one of the best days of my life.

    A Perfect Day, Absolutely Brilliant

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    Chris B, 11 Sep 2011

    Excellent facility along with excellent staff provided an excellent flying experience... Well worth buying for anyone and everyone.

    Excellent Experience!

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    Neil H, 03 Sep 2011

    Thoroughly enjoyable day - a complete surprise to be given this as a present but would recommend to anybody with an interest in aviation, even if buying for yourself! After a comfortable wait (we were a little early) with refreshments and a video of a 737 departure procedure, we received a thorough introduction and were given plenty of time and instruction in the simulator which was far more realistic than I expected. The environment is extremely immersive. The instructor was very accomodating and had everything planned for us. He was professional and courteous and gave excellent explanations about everything we needed to know. We actually ended up having more than our alloted time due to a quiet afternoon. I would highly recommend this experience and I plan to go back soon as a treat to myself! I really feel like I could fly a 737!!

    Great Birthday Gift

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    Tracy B, 28 Aug 2011

    I bought this as a birthday gift for my daughter as she is interested in becoming a pilot. She had a fantastic time and the people there were very friendly.

    65Th Birthday Surprise

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    Kathleen G, 20 Aug 2011

    What an experience! My husband loved it beyond words. He bacame so involved you would have thought we were really up up and away. The only thing missing from the day thankfully was miserable passengers. A great day for anyone interested in the big birds!

    A Most Fantastic Day

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    Graham O, 18 Aug 2011

    I didn't take friends I took my wife and eldest son. I have always enjoyed flying and number one son spent many hours teaching Air Cadets to fly powered gliders but on safety grounds Jen and I were never able to fly with Richard at the controls. We were met by Kevin our instructor and after a coffee and briefing we entered the simulator. Being based on the front end of the real thing makes it special. As I was the only client there Richard sat in the jump seat and Jen stood to take some photos. Kevin is a great teacher, very calm and explains everything. The flights were great with day and night landings and even one in the pouring rain. Jen had mentiioned that I had always wanted to fly into Kai Tak now of course long gone. Well what a treat, Kevin had Richard move into the left hand seat I took off from the new airport climbed out and Richard took over and landed at the old airport! One hell of a 60th birthday present and a day I will never forget. Many thanks to all involved.

    A Fantastic Gift For Any Wannabe Pilot

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    Deborah B, 16 Aug 2011

    Very knowledgeable and personable instructor. Detailed explanation of the theory of flight and the exercises during the experience. Experience of day and night takeoff and landings. As a guest I was bale to sit in the cabin and observe alternatively I could have sat in the flight deck but decided not to be a distraction. Good post flight de-brief with Q & A. For anyone wanting to experience the controls of a 737 this is not to be missed.

    So Much Fun

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    Rosemary C, 14 Aug 2011

    My son had the day of his life and being only 13 has made him more determined to be a pilot. We would like to thank the pilot /instuctor for a wonderful experience.

    One To Remember

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    Brian D, 07 Aug 2011

    REALLY ENJOYED THE EXPERIENCE JUST A PITY I CANT DO IT FOR REAL!

    Excellent Fun

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    Barry H, 07 Aug 2011

    This activity was really well run, very informative and great fun when into the practical sessions........really gave a realistic feel for how it is to fly an airliner........

    Realised Lifetime Ambition To Pilot A Jet Airliner

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    Tony B, 06 Aug 2011

    Fantastic experience, just like being in the real thing. Great instructor made the whole experience a wonderful day. Family members made welcome and they will be booking for themselves.

    Absolutely Brilliant!

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    Martin W, 23 Jul 2011

    What a fantastic experience! The instructor (Dee) was excellent. His enthusiasm, encouragement and patience was second to none. Would recommend this experience to any one with an interest in aviation or just wants to try something different. I am definitely going back for another lesson - soon as I can get the wife to pay for it.

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