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Motion Flight Simulators Coventry

Coventry
REF: FSMM30
Rated Based On 9 Reviews

• 737, 747 & A320 airliner simulators in Coventry
• Be wowed with latest 3D graphics on your flight
• Hydraulic Motion on 737 and A320 is included
• Trip Advisor 'Certificate of Excellence' 2017/16/15
 
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What's Included

• 30 minute welcome, introduction and briefing
• Your 30, 60 or 90 minute simulator session
• Choose between a Boeing 737, Boeing 747 or Airbus A320
• Safety briefing covering aerodynamics, flight control and instruments
• Your instructor will show you how to fly the aircraft using autopilot and manually
• Learn how to interpret the signals and fly the aeroplane smoothly
• Sessions are run by experienced ex British Airways Captains
• 737 and Airbus A320 options provide hydraulic Motion, 747 is fixed base and does not move

What Can I Expect

Here's your chance to say "Welcome aboard this flight, this is your captain speaking…" when you take over the flight deck on this 737 simulator! Actually, it doesn't have to be a 737, you can also captain a 747 Boeing simulator or even an Airbus A320 on these sims based at Coventry Airport - and what's more the choice is yours.

This friendly set up in the Midlands boasts three separate simulators and all are real and not replicas. The 737 sim is ex-Sabena airlines, the mighty Boeing 747 simulator is ex-Aer Lingus and the A320 is an actual ex-GB Airways cockpit, so you will be sitting in the actual seats where thousands of commercial airline pilots have flown!

First up is the self-briefing. Lasting around 30 minutes, you'll watch a PowerPoint presentation to explain a few things about aerodynamics, flying skills and just what your instructor will be doing during your simulated flying experience in the 737, 747 or 320. Watching this is essential, as it explains what will be happening - and believe us, when you first get in the flight deck you will be somewhat overwhelmed by all the read outs, computers, displays, buttons dials and knobs!

And what a flight deck it is. With glass cockpit instrumentation, two side screens as well as the main front display, all with the latest Prepar 3D graphics, this is as true to airline life as it gets. We are always getting asked whether these simulators are that good and we can say you will feel like you are on a real 737.

As your captain is doing all the pre-flight set up (just as a real pilot would), such as setting a waypoint in the computer and pre-flight checks, they'll explain what they are doing. Then when everything is ready for take off it's over to you, the budding captain to get this 737 simulator 'off the ground'. There are hundreds of flight paths on offer, but the most popular here are Salzburg (see the castle and swoop in low over the mountains) and Hong Kong (it's that heady mix of sea, skyscrapers and summits).

The set up here is very professional, which is hardly surprising when you consider all the instructors are working or retired commercial airline pilots who have all flown many tens of thousands of real and simulated hours in the likes of the Airbus, the 737s and the 747s from Boeing. All agree simulated flight in these machines is incredibly realistic, especially the jumbo as it is a tricky, very heavy plane to fly and to get the most of it, an hour's experience is heartily recommended.

Whether you choose the Airbus 320, the 737 simulator or 747 version, these Boeing simulators give you an incredible insight into the now hidden world of what goes on behind the locked cockpit door. Earn your stripes and wings with either a 30 or 60 minute flight with you in the captain's seat. And yes, you can even make in-flight announcements!

Availability

• Selected weekdays throughout the year
• Weekend upgrades are available for a £25 supplement payable on the day

Location

• Coventry Airport, Coventry

Suitable For

• Minimum age 14, under 18s must be accompanied on site by an adult
• Minimum height 5ft
• Not suitable for people with heart problems or epilepsy

Spectators

• Two (737) or three (747/A320) observers may accompany you in the simulator for an additional charge of £10 per person payable on the day

Anything Else

• This experience has now been awarded a Trip Advisor 'Certificate of Excellence' for 2017 , 2016 and 2015 !

Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Average Rating: 5
Total Reviews: 9

Find out what other customers think of the experience

Reviews

  based on 9 reviews

Rating: 5 stars
PT
4 Months ago
Fantastic experience, the captain really tailored the whole simulation to my needs and interest. It...
Rating: 5 stars
Roger
A real bucket list experience, good even if you have no flying experience. Very helpful pilots and ...
Rating: 5 stars
ray mogford
fully enjoyed the experiance,would recommend it to anybody,can,t stop thinking about it.Thanks Dave
Rating: 5 stars
James Quick
Really enjoyed the experience. Many thanks to my instructor Penny she really made the day.
Rating: 5 stars
glenn lewin
Had a great time, everyone made me very welcome and it was a most enjoyable experience. Would thoro...
Rating: 5 stars
Paul Labrum
Amazing experience. Everyone involved was very friendly, helpful and professional. I would recommen...
Rating: 5 stars
Gareth Bennett
Very enjoyable and well organized.
Rating: 5 stars
Jim Kinge
The hour I spent 'flying' a 737 was one of the best birthday presents of my adult life. The fact th...
Rating: 5 stars
Peter Charlton
The whole experience was brilliant, from the friendly welcome, the computer briefing which enabled ...