Learn to Fly an Airplane
About this experience
Turn your dream of flying into an unforgettable reality with this thrilling learn to fly experience near Chicago!
No Expiration
DatesFlexible
BookingFree
ExchangesInstant
Delivery
What's Included
- 60-minute discovery flight with an FAA-certified instructor
- Departs from Chicago Executive Airport
- Two flight options available: one student or one student and one passenger
- Complete a pre-flight ground briefing
- Take the controls mid-flight and practice basic maneuvers!
What happens on the day
Experience the thrill of piloting a small aircraft over Wheeling, Illinois!
Your action-packed adventure begins at Chicago Executive Airport, where you’ll meet your FAA-certified instructor. Together, you’ll go through all the essential preflight procedures and enjoy an intro to your unique aircraft.
Then, it's time to climb into the cockpit! While your instructor handles takeoff and landing, you'll take the controls mid-flight. You’ll feel like a real-life pilot as you practice basic maneuvers like maintaining straight and level flight, turns, climbs, and descents.
Whether you’re flying solo or bringing along a loved one to watch, this hands-on discovery flight is the perfect first step toward earning your wings (or simply checking “fly a plane” off your bucket list)!
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Availability
When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
Year-Round:
Daily - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Important Details
Essential Information
- No experience necessary
- The maximum individual participant weight limit is 220 lbs
- The maximum individual passenger weight limit is 190 lbs
- The maximum combined passenger weight limit is 410 lbs
Duration
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Maximum Participants
Spectators
Weather Dependent
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Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rescheduling are allowed up to 48 hours prior to the experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and reschedule at least 48 hours prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event that your tour is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be able to reschedule directly with the experience provider.
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