Boeing 747 Flight Simulator

Take to the skies

744 Flying Experience

In an unexpecting location near Tattenhall, you will discover a flying experience like no other – just 20 minutes from Carden Park Hotel. A small team of aviation enthusiasts alongside local trade teams have restored a Boeing 747-400 back to its former glory to provide you with an authentic flying simulator and upper deck setting. The 744 Experience is a passion project with an unparalleled level of detail and finishes using genuine fleet parts.

The hyper-realistic PSX sim-software will truly immerse you in the journey to an exotic destination, where you will play a leading role as a Pilot. Where will you choose to go? Over the City of London to LHR, the famous Canarsie approach at JFK, or maybe further afield across the Indian Ocean to SYD. The world will be your oyster in this hour-and-a-half fun-filled activity. The technology can even reflect live weather in real-time, or be adapted to create a scenario of your choosing. Warning: there may be turbulence on the horizon.

This activity is suitable for aviation/transport enthusiasts, pilots and professionals to enhance their skills, or those looking to just have a uniquely fun afternoon out. Your Co-Pilot (instructor) will adapt the experience to be as technical as required depending on your knowledge. Due to the accuracy of the cockpit your flying session can provide something for everyone who attends.

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Pre-booking is essential: select between a long haul (150 minutes+) or short haul (90 minutes)

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British Airways 747 Plane Simulation

Your 747-400 (744) flight simulation experience will be exclusive to you, meaning that there will be no other guests in the hangar during your session. Their short haul package includes:

  • Welcome tour of the equipment and facilities
  • Light refreshments (tea and coffee)
  • Head to departures via the original iconic staircase
  • Take your seats in business class for a pre-flight briefing
  • Select your route, weather and time of day
  • Take a seat in the cockpit with 220° wraparound visual screens
  • Proceed to take off and enjoy your flight

Please note this experience is suitable for groups of one to four people. We recommend the activity for ages 14 and over due to visibility restrictions.

Photo credit: Oscar Wistrand 

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