Learn to Fly a Plane Near Minneapolis - Flying Cloud Airport
About this experience
Discover what it's like to take the controls of a Piper Archer or Piper Warrior airplane with this incredible introductory flight lesson!
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What's Included
- Learn to fly at one of the oldest commercial aviation operations in the Midwest
- Feel the thrill of flying in one of the most common training aircrafts in the world
- Enjoy a 30-minute lesson under the watchful eye of a FAA Certified Flight Instructor
- Start with a preflight inspection and get expert hands-on flight training
- No experience necessary – Sit in the pilot's seat on your very first flight!
What happens on the day
If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a pilot, then this exciting demo flight is exactly what you’ve been looking for. This 30-minute lesson is the perfect introduction into the wild blue yonder.
Your lesson begins when you meet your FAA Certified Instructor for a safety briefing. Then slip into the cockpit of either a Piper Archer or Piper Warrior, two of the most popular training aircrafts in the world. Your instructor will lead you through a pre-flight inspection where you’ll familiarize yourself with the airplane and learn how to read the instruments. Then it’s time to fly!
Once you hit cruising altitude, you get to take the controls and find out what it’s like to be a pilot. Your instructor will be right beside you, guiding you through the motions so you can get a real feel for what it’s like to fly an airplane.
Take your dreams to new heights with this exciting Learn To Fly experience!
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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
- Fly either a Piper Warrior or Piper Archer
- Participants must be at least 10 years of age
- Maximum student weight may not exceed 270 lbs
- Participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present to sign a liability waiver
- This introductory flight can only be booked once per participant
- Temperature must be 5 below 0 or higher to fly
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Weather Dependent
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FAQs
Can I participate if I am under 18 years old?
Yes, but you will need a parent or guardian present with you at the airport to sign a waiver.
How many participants can join?
This experience is for one student at a time.
Is there a weight limit?
The maximum weight for this experience is 270 lbs.
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 scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no returns or exchanges are allowed. Once you have received a booking confirmation, rescheduling is allowed up to 72 hours prior to the experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or reschedule at least 72 hours prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event that the date is cancelled due to weather, no refunds will be given, but you may reschedule directly with the experience provider.
