Learn to Fly an Airplane in Farmingdale
About this experience
It's time to swap the passenger seat for the pilot's seat during this hands-on flight experience near NYC!
No Expiration
DatesFlexible
BookingFree
ExchangesInstant
Delivery
What's Included
- 90-minute experience with up to an hour in the air
- Begin with 30 minutes of ground instruction
- Take to the skies with a FAA-certified instructor
- Rental headset, all fees, and souvenir certificate included
- Experience the thrill of taking the controls mid-flight!
What happens on the day
Get ready to make your sky-high dreams come true!
Your action-packed adventure begins at the Republic Airport in Farmingdale, where you’ll meet your FAA-certified instructor. Together, you’ll spend 30 minutes on the ground learning essential flight procedures and getting familiar with your 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 while practicing basic maneuvers over Long Island Sound, Jones Beach, or Fire Island.
The best part? This discovery flight includes all landing fees, fuel, a rental headset, and even a souvenir certificate to commemorate your first flight.
Location
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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 - 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Important Details
Essential Information
- No experience necessary
- Student's weight cannot exceed 375 lbs
- Participants must be at least 8 years old
- Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Participants must bring a valid, government-issued photo ID
Duration
Experience Provider Info
Maximum Participants
Spectators
Weather Dependent
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, maintenance issues, or unforeseen circumstances, you will be able to reschedule directly with the experience provider.
