Highlights
Fly boys and girls can go head to head in a simulated air race across the skies above New York, and gain entry to an aviation museum
About This Deal
The Deal
A 30-minute flight simulator experience will begin with a ground school lesson in which customers will learn the basic physics behind flight and how an aircraft is manoeuvred using the flight controls. A pilot instructor will then perform a quick demonstration and hand over the controls to the guests. Joined by a team member, budding pilots will fly a high-performance Red Bull Extra 300 aircraft in an air race around New York. The action-packed circuit requires racers to locate the Statue of Liberty, fly a vertical loop for onlooking cruise ship passengers on the Hudson River, and fly under the Brooklyn Bridge before returning to John F. Kennedy International Airport where they will attempt to pull off the perfect landing.
When the high flying excitement is all said and done groups can be let down to ground level gently with an interactive guided tour of the adjoined Shannon Aviation Museum. Visitors can lap up displays of aircraft, jet engines, landing gear, cockpits, and the iconic Spitfire. Photos can be taken of each attendee sitting in a real aircraft – so cameras area must – and a lucky individual may be invited to assist in demonstrating a life vest.
Choose Between Two Options
- €29 for Flight simulator and aviation museum entry for two
- €47 for Flight simulator with 15 mile approach and landing in the B737 and aviation museum entry for two adults and two children (60% off)
The Merchant
Atlantic Airventure shares a passion for the wonderful world of aviation with people of all ages and from all walks of life. Services found at the centre include a flight simulator, a museum and fear of flying programme to help wary flyers overcome their worries. Their B737-800 NG Flight Simulator gives wannabe pilots a realistic taste of life behind the stick of a commercial plane, while a virtual stint at the controls of a Red Bull Extra 300 plane gives an idea of what aerobatic acts a highly tuned aircraft is capable of. Professional pilots share their expert knowledge and various insights and are happy to answer any questions about being a commercial pilot. Kids looking to celebrate a birthday can do so in sky-high style with an AvKids Birthday Party featuring an action-packed simulated flight and a take-home life vest. Along with individuals, groups and families, Atlantic Airventure welcomes school groups, career field trips and a Scouting Ireland Air Activity Badge Programme. Those with a fear of flying can help conquer their condition
Reviews
TripAdvisor (63 Reviews)
Atlantic Airventure has received full marks from reviewers on TripAdvisor, and boasts a strong social media following of over 2,700 Facebook likes and more than 300 Twitter followers. Visitors were impressed with the realism of the flight simulator, and enjoyed the information and stories found within the venue.
Details verified 29 July 2015.
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Fine Print
Purchase: Limit 1 per 2 people or a family (2 adults and 2 children). May buy 4 additional as gifts.
Booking: Required by phone 061363687; quote Groupon code at time of booking. Present Groupon on arrival. 72-hour cancellation policy.
Restrictions: Valid Mon-Sat 10am-5pm (limited availability on Sat). Valid on option purchased. Must be 7 or older for flight simulation. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. New customers only. Equipment provided. Excludes BG737NG Landing when purchasing option without extras. €20 surcharge per person for additional 15 mile BG737NG landing simulation; Must be booked during initial booking.
Original values: *Discount applies to selected options only. Verified using our merchant's website on 22 Jul 2015.