Bi-plane Flight at Fantasy of Flight

At Fantasy of Flight near Orlando you can feel the rush of flying in an open cockpit with the wind in your face just as they did in the Golden Era of Flight. This is a unique opportunity to fly in a rare New Standard D-25 over the lush fields and orange groves of Central Florida's Lake Country.

Begin your Bi-plane Flight at Fantasy of Flight hearing a few barnstorming tales, donning your helmet, goggles and white flying scarf, while your pilot takes off into the sky for a 15 minute scenic flight in a rare New Standard D-25 over Central Florida's Lake Country.

Carrying 4 passengers in a large front open cockpit, the New Standard D-25 was instrumental in introducing tens of thousands of people to their first airplane ride, back when aviation was in its infancy. Maneuvers include lazy-eights, steep and shallow 360 degree turns, and maybe even a few "whoopty-do's" while flying over the lush fields and orange groves in Central Florida's Lake Country.

Fantasy of Flight near Orlando, located west of Walt Disney World, is Florida's premier aircraft and flight attraction set in a stunning 1940's era "airport" layout. Featuring unique exhibits, behind the scenes tours and "Fun with Flight" - a hands on interactive area for kids of all ages. Test your flying skills on virtual reality hang glider and hot-air balloon simulators, or climb aboard a Corsair fighter simulator and challenge other flyers.

Experience the history of aviation at Fantasy of Flight from early flight through to World War II, including a walk through on an authentic B-17 bomber. A collection of over 40 beautifully restored aircraft are on display in two art-deco hangars. Featured in the collection are planes used in the movies Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, The Great Waldo Pepper and most recently Flyboys.

Schedule details

Fantasy of Flight, Florida

Departure Point:

Fantasy of Flight is located at 1400 Broadway Blvd. S.E. Polk City, Florida

Departure Time:

Fantasy of Flight Operating Hours:
10:00am - 5:00pm

Bi-plane Flight Operating Hours:
10:00am - 5:00pm

Pricing information

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Additional information

Bi-plane Flight at Fantasy of Flight

Inclusions:

• Bi-plane flight
• General admission to Fantasy of Flight
• Helmet, goggles and scarf for the flight
• Local Taxes

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Audio tour (approximately USD5.00)
• The F/X Simulator - Virtual Flight Explorer (approximately USD5.00)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Fantasy of Flight is approximately 30 minutes west of Orlando/20 minutes west of Walt Disney World
• Minimum age is 18 years
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Itinerary:

Immersion Environments:
Remember when you first became fascinated with flight? Rekindle that wonder as you embrace the thrilling and sometimes harrowing achievements forged throughout the history of aviation. In the realistic immersion attraction, you can experience everything from man's earliest attempts at flight to the WW I trenches on the Western Front. Climb aboard an authentic B-17 Flying Fortress and feel the tension of a World War II bombing mission.

Real Restoration:
The daily tours include restoration areas previously not available to guests. From the earliest wood and fabric creations conceived by the Wright Brothers to the sheet metal expertise of the Rosie the Rivoters of WWII, you will experience an insider view of what it takes to restore priceless aircraft to flyable condition.

Tram Tour:
All aboard for a Tour of the Restricted Areas which are otherwise off limits to guests. This guided tour includes an overview of the grounds including the grass runways of the private airfield and a visit to a real working maintenance hangar where the collection is repaired and maintained.

Aerial Displays (weather permitting):
A unique opportunity to see rare, vintage aircraft in flight and to speak with one of our expert pilots. Owner Kermit Weeks performs many of these demonstrations personally and is available to share his extensive knowledge of the aircraft in his collection.

They Dare to Fly:
Be inspired by the courage of the Tuskegee Airmen, who overcame extreme odds with dignity, honor and valor. Their compelling story is brought to life in this multi-media exhibit featuring interviews with the original airmen and complemented by a meticulously restored P51C Mustang - arguably the finest Mustang flying today.

The F/X Simulator - Virtual Flight Explorer:
Climb inside for a fun and fantastic ride the entire family can experience together. You choose from a variety of different virtual experiences including Virtual Time Machine, Battle For Iwo Jima and Desert Storm Strike. This multi-passenger, full motion simulator is available daily for an additional nominal fee.

FighterTown:
A Real Corsair Fighter is on deck as you step aboard the simulated U.S.S. Yorktown Aircraft Carrier. Climb aboard and immerse yourself in the role of a Naval Aviator as you play an aerial battle video game from the cockpit of your own Corsair Fighter.

Experience Fun with Flight:
Visitors from eight to eighty enjoy this hands-on, interactive area which introduces the basics of flight through a variety of unique experience stations. From designing and testing paper airplane creations to piloting a state of the art hang glide simulator, the entire family can have Fun with Flight.

Local Operator Information:

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