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WACO Biplane Ride

Farmingdale, NY

$300

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About this experience

Take a step back in aviation history and climb aboard a WACO Biplane for an open cockpit ride you'll never forget!

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AIR-NEW-0022
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  • Enjoy amazing views from this open cockpit 1940's era biplane as you fly above Long Island
  • Learn fascinating historical facts and experience a page of history from the Golden Era of flight
  • Have the time of your life on a low-altitude flight behind a roaring radial engine
  • Includes a 1-day membership to the American Airpower Museum and 1 guest pass!

Feel the wind in your face as you speed down the airstrip and lift off into the clear blue sky aboard a meticulously restored WACO open cockpit biplane!

Enjoy spectacular views of Long Island from the open-air cockpit, learn about the history of the magnificent aircraft from the Golden Era of aviation, and experience the history of flight!

About the WACO Biplane:
The WACO UPF-7 was built in the early 1930's and 40's. The open cockpit biplane was widely used during WWII to train for Army Air Corps, Navy or Marine pilots. The WACO Biplane was a primary trainer that young military pilots such as Astronaut/Senator John Glenn, top Navy ace Alexander Vraciu, top World War II ace Major Richard Bong, and triple ace Bud Anderson most likely flew at some point in their training.

American Airpower Museum - Farmingdale, NY
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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!

May - September:
Thursday through Sunday - 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Essential Information

  • Participants must weigh less than 210 pounds, have no medical limitations, and minors must be accompanied by an adult
  • Includes 1-day membership for participant and 1 guest to visit the American Airpower Museum. Any additional guests will have to purchase an entrance ticket.

Duration

Total experience lasts approximately 45-60 minutes, with approximately 20-25 minutes of flight time.

Experience Provider Info

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Maximum Participants

This flight is for 1 passenger only.

Spectators

Participant will receive a 1-day membership to the American Airpower Museum and may bring 1 guest to visit the museum on the day of his or her flight experience.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.

What To Wear

Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for weather conditions, no high heel shoes.

Are there any physical restrictions for this flight?

Participants must have no medical limitations to participate.

Can I bring friends to the museum?

You will receive a 1-day membership to the American Airpower Museum and may bring up to 4 guests to visit the museum on the day of his or her flight experience.

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 received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final. No cancellations or rescheduling requests will be allowed. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.

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