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Learn to Fly

Farmingdale, NY

From: $255

Item #: AIR-NEW-0031

(18 Reviews)

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!

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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!

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Availability

When Do I Choose A Date?

If giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience; otherwise, you can choose one after checkout.

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

Important Details

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.

COVID-19 Safety

For this experience, our partners are taking added measures to help ensure that they are doing their part to help prevent the potential spread of COVID-19. They are wiping down and sanitizing all common areas and surfaces, and routinely cleaning the air crafts. Our partners kindly ask that all guest please bring a mask and wear their mask for the duration of their experience. These Covid-19 safety measures are subject to change.

FAQs

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, Exchanges & Cancellations

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.

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Customer Reviews

This experience has a customer rating of 5
based on 18 reviews.

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Kyle was an amazing instructor and made me feel safe and comfortable. This was a once in a lifetime experience!

— Maria S | May 03, 2022

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hey Vuzmai! Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a review! That's awesome to hear you were able to get up in the air comfortably. I know how unnerving of a time that can be, and I'm so glad our team made you feel comfortable! All the best, Jake.

Excellent experience, very professional staff. Mike was great and knowledgeable

— Juan B | Feb 25, 2022

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi Juan! That's fantastic news, I'm delighted to hear you had such an excellent time. We truly work with the best of the best when it comes to our partners and I'm thrilled you got to experience their professionalism and knowledge firsthand. I hope that getting to take control of the aircraft as you soared over Long Island was everything you hoped it would be. Cheers! Courtney

Amazing. What a thrill to fly your own plane. Wow.

— Christopher S | Nov 10, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi Christopher, Wow is right! I am sure taking control of the plane was an absolutely adrenalizing experience. You are so brave! So happy you were able to take to the skies and feel the thrill of flight! Cheers, Elizabeth

Amazing instructor, I was able to understand how to pilot the plane. Very cool

— Nazar V | Oct 25, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

While it may be a bit intimidating at first, it is always surprising at how graspable (and thrilling) the idea of flying really is! It's not everyday you have the opportunity to fly a plane, so I am happy you felt confident in our 5-star flight instructors' hands! Cheers, Jake.

So amazing now I’m going to be a pilot! It started out as a birthday gift because I love new and exciting things, and now I’m hooked. Very nice people and they know what they are talking about. Would recommend for sure!

— Keema S | Sep 16, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi Keema! What a fabulous review. Your zest for adventure is inspiring, I’m so happy that this experience is encouraging you to pursue a new passion. I’m absolutely delighted to hear the staff were nice and knowledgeable, I hope you’ve created a special memory to hold on to. Keep reaching sky high! Courtney

I had the best flying experience. The pilot was amazing and taught me everything I needed to know. A+ to my experience.

— Lauren A | Aug 09, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hello, Lauren! Your amazing review has left me speechless! Hearing that you had the best flying experience and that your pilot was able to prepare you with everything you need, makes me want to try myself. Thank you for sharing and I will be sure to share your kind words with our partners. I am sure they will be just as excited as we are that you had an A+ experience! Best, Brianna

Had a brilliant time, the instructor was extremely professional and very pleasant. Will definitely do this again.

— SHEA M | Jul 19, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hello Shea, Cheers to your new skills behind the Piper PA-28-181 Archer II! I am so happy to hear that you had such a wonderful time with your pilot and are ready for a second flight. Learning how to maneuver an entire aircraft by yourself is such a huge accomplishment and we can't wait for your next achievement! Best, Brianna

Great

— Gregory K | Jul 12, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi there Gregory, I am so happy to hear you had a great time in the sky on this unique experience! Cheers, Chandi

It was a great experience! Flying the plane was amazing! And the instructor was great too!

— Adina S | Jun 22, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi Adina, We love that you had an amazing time partaking in your Learn to Fly experience! We couldn't be more excited that your flight, instructor, and aircraft were all-around fantastic and that the experience was top-notch from takeoff to touchdown! Fly on back soon for another great adventure! Cheers, Garrett

I had a wonderful experience -everything beyond my imagination. Thank you!

— Gentiana D | Jun 15, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hello, Skender! Wow! That sounds absolutely amazing! We are so happy that we helped give you a fantastic experience in the New York skies and so appreciate the kind words! Best, Michael

Was such an incredible experience and I can't give enough praise to the guys at Icarus flight training!!! They are so calm and welcoming. Eased all fears and made the entire event just brilliant! Michael Tawadrous was simply fantastic and I can't thank him enough for his patience and encouragement in my first flight!!! My first of I hope many!

— Daniel R | Dec 13, 2020

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Greetings, Daniel! Wow! We are so happy that our partners went above and beyond to make sure your flight lesson was one for the books. Michael is truly such an incredible instructor, and I am thrilled that he was able to share his love of aviation with you. Taking to the skies can certainly be a bit intimidating, and having a good instructor really does make all the difference. From the sounds of it, this was the best introduction possible to what could potentially be a life-long passion! Best, Sophia

I had the best experience of my life! This was a surprise birthday gift and wow was it amazing. The pilot made me feel very comfortable and he made it a very fun and memorable experience. I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants to fly.

— Jeffrey T | Sep 12, 2020

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hello, Vanessa! Celebrating your birthday by creating a memory that will last a lifetime is surely a treat! We are so happy that the pilot made you feel comfortable and confident while learning a new skill. I am overjoyed to hear that this experience has been a real highlight for you, and that you had such a stellar time! Thank you for the kind recommendation -- You are such a great customer! Best, Sophia

Excellent experience

— Frank D | Jul 13, 2020

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi Frank! An excellent review to match and excellent experience! Let us know when you are ready for another fun adventure! Best, Sophia

Review

— David M | Nov 12, 2019

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Thanks for the review, David! Best, Kelsey

It was fabulous! The most amazing experience I’ve ever had. Thanks Andres for a really great life event!

— Johann B | Sep 13, 2019

It was a great experience. Loved it

— Shaun H | Aug 20, 2019

I booked this 1 hour flight lesson for my boyfriend as a gift and it was even better than I could have hoped for. Cloud 9 was very responsive with my questions before reserving, and Michael and the Icarus Flying Academy was above and beyond to make our experience enjoyable. Michael (the owner) met us personally along with the flight instructor and was very patient teaching us (both) the basics of the aircraft. Once my boyfriend left on his flight (he was in the air for 30-40 minutes) Michael stayed with me to even help me take videos of his flight from the ground. If interested in flying, this is worth every penny.

— Chris T | Jun 10, 2019

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi Brielle, first of all thank you for being such an amazing gift giver! Second, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are beyond happy to hear that your boyfriend's flight was even BETTER than your expectations! I think that's so awesome that Michael was there with you guys throughout the whole experience - he is definitely one of my favorite flight school owners. Your kind words and raving review is greatly appreciated and I will make sure to pass it along. We hope to see you guys back soon for more fun and adventures! Cheers, Kelsey

It was great!

— William G | Oct 23, 2018

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Thanks for the review, William, we're glad you had a great time!

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