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Learn to Fly in Minneapolis

Eden Prairie, MN

$149

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About this experience

Jump in the pilots seat and feel the thrill of flying a Piper Archer or Piper Warrior, two of the most common flight training aircrafts in the world.
SKU:
AIR-MSP-0005
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  • Minneapolis, MN
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  • In business for over 35 years, your flight school is one of the oldest commercial aviation operations in the Midwestern U.S.
  • FAA Certified Flight Instructors
  • After a preflight inspection and explanation of flight instruments, you will put on your headset and prepare for take off!
  • No experience necessary

This first flight lesson is truly an experience you will never forget. After your introduction and safety debriefing, you will climb into the cockpit of a Piper Archer or Piper Warrior aircraft.

Your instructor will teach you the basics before take off, and soon you will be flying into the wild blue yonder. Once you are at your cruising altitude you will be able take the controls with your pilot's guidance.

After you have landed, you will take pride in knowing that you have accomplished something that few others have dared to attempt.

Flying Cloud Airport - Eden Prairie, MN
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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

 

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

Duration

About 1 hour total with approximately 30 minutes of time in the aircraft. Time is calculated from engine start to engine stop.

Experience Provider Info

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Maximum Participants

1 participant per plane

Spectators

Spectators are welcome to watch the plane take off and land.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent and temperatures must be at least 5 below zero to fly. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.

What To Wear

Dress appropriately for expected weather conditions.

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
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 Experience 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. 

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