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Learn to Fly

Farmingdale, NY

Learn to Fly in New York
Introductory Flight in Farmingdale, NY
Flying Lesson on Long Island
From: $288.00 1 Options Available
Based on 60-Minute Flight for 1
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Location
Republic Airport - Farmingdale, NY - 60 Min Flight
SKU
AIR-NEW-0031
Overview

When it comes to pilot training dreams that go sky-high, there’s no better place than New York to learn how to fly!

  • Learn from an FAA certified flight instructor 
  • Take to the skies, seated at the controls of a Piper PA-28-181 Archer II
  • Practice basic flight maneuvers as you marvel at the Atlantic coast
  • No prior flight training is necessary to enjoy this Learn To Fly experience on Long Island!
Full Description

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Year-Round:
Daily - 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Essential Information
  • Individual participants must not exceed the weight limit of 300 lbs or height limit of 6'8
  • Participants must be at least 12 years old
  • Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
  • Landing fee is included in the package price
  • All participants are required to bring a valid, government issued photo ID for their flight 
Duration
Plan on being onsite for about 90-minutes to allow time for orientation, questions and personal time, followed by 60 minutes of flight time from engine start to stop.
Experience Provider Info
Complete information for your Experience Provider, including contact information, will be included on your booking confirmation email once you or your gift recipient have scheduled the experience. Our Product Management team handpicks top-rated experience providers, removing the guesswork for you and ensuring your peace of mind.
Maximum Participants
1 student per plane
Spectators
Not allowed in the plane, but friends and family are welcome to come and watch or take pictures and view the take-off.
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.

Is there a height or weight restriction?

Yes, individual participants must not exceed the weight limit of 300 lbs or height limit of 6'8.

Is there an age restriction?

Yes, participants must be at least 12 yrs old. Any participant under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 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, rescheduling is allowed up to 72 hours prior to your experience, failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule at least 72 hours prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event your experience is cancelled due to inclement weather you will reschedule your experience directly with your experience provider.

Location
Republic Airport - Farmingdale, NY

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