Do you know a youngster with dreams of flying or has aspirations of becoming a pilot? Now, they can take their first step with a hands-on Boeing 747 Flight Simulator experience at City Airport in Manchester. Designed specifically for 8-16 year olds, these exciting sessions introduce kids to basic flying skills in a highly realistic ex-British Airways 747 cockpit, complete with stunning HD graphics for a fully immersive experience. No prior experience is needed—just a passion for planes and a desire to learn! Young aviation enthusiasts will get a taste of what it’s like to be a pilot, fuelling their ambitions for the future. Not only are these sessions informative, but they’re also a lot of fun, making them a perfect way to break up a long school holiday or celebrate a birthday. Whether it's for your child, grandchild, or a special young aviator in your life, this is a chance to make their flying dreams come true!
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Overview
- 747 sim sessions just for 8-16 year olds
- Built in a genuine ex-BA 747-400 cockpit
- At Barton City Airport in Manchester
- Incredibly realistic experience for kids!
What's Included
- Junior flight simulator session in a real upper deck of a Boeing 747-400
- A 20-minute session
- The ex-British Airways genuine 747-400 top deck, complete with the cockpit, has been converted into a totally immersive simulator with a 180-degree wrap-around screen
- Introduction to the controls and instruments
- Take off and land anywhere in the world, guided by an experienced instructor.
- Experiences can include multiple take-offs, landings, some emergency scenarios and sightseeing, depending on your chosen flight duration.
- One complimentary adult is included and must accompany juniors for this experience.
- Up to three additional guests may join you in the cockpit and either share the flight time or observe, subject to an additional charge payable when booking your date.
Suitable For
- Vouchers are suitable for those aged up to 16 years old
- One complimentary adult must accompany the participant
- Younger children may need to sit on the adult’s lap or use a booster seat, and the adult is responsible for ensuring they follow all crew instructions
- Children may only touch cockpit controls when invited and must follow the instructor’s directions. If the instructor feels a child cannot safely participate or suitable seating isn’t possible, they may be asked to take part as a spectator only
- Due to space constraints, most wheelchairs will not fit into the flight deck. Users must be able to make their way unaided from the cabin into the front cockpit seat
Spectators
- One complimentary adult must accompany the participant for their experience.
- Up to three additional guests are welcome to share the experience with you (either share the flight time or observe the experience from the cockpit)
- Prices start at £20, depending on the length of the sim package purchased. Full details are provided by The Deck 747 when booking.
Restrictions
Maximum Age: 16 years
Availability
- Tuesdays to Sundays throughout the year
- Dates and session times are subject to availability
- Sessions are generally available between 10:00-19:00
Location:
- City Airport, Barton in Manchester
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
