Purchase an Experience
Short Haul
Whether you are an aviation enthusiast, ex-crew member, a professional looking to re-familiarise yourself with Boeing systems, or considering a voucher as a gift, we are here to help make your experience special.
Take control of an original former British Airways B747-400 flight deck and experience simulated flight, with a trained operator / co-pilot to offer one-to-one guidance.
We offer two shorthaul experiences - 90 mins and 150 mins.
Board via the full-seated section of our original Upper Deck Business Class cabin
Customise your destination, flight time, route and weather conditions
Choose your departure / arrival from multiple international airports
Experience engines start-up, push back, taxi, take-off, climb, cruise, descent, landing and shutdown, all simulated within our original and fully operational former British Airways B747-400 cockpit. You may like to come prepared with an idea of which airports and/or scenic areas you would like to experience, but it is not essential
Available Short Haul experiences
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Includes:
• 15 minute welcome and introduction
• 15 minute pre-flight briefing
• 60 minute B747 flight simulator experience -
Includes:
• 15 minute welcome and introduction
• 15 minute pre-flight briefing
• 120 minute B747 flight simulator experience
Each booking / voucher entitles the holder (and up to x 3 other guests) to exclusive access to 744 Experience for the duration of the time slot booked
Light refreshments available (tea & coffee)
Outdoor seating area (for those wishing to bring their own food & drink)
Free parking
Up to x 2 non-flying passengers can observe the flight in the cockpit
Book your place now!
Be one of the first visitors to 744 Experience and book either of our 90 or 150 minute Short Haul experiences.
Purchase by selecting from the experiences below.
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If you experience an issue purchasing via the links above, please contact us on enquiries@744experience.co.uk
What happens next?
We will contact all ‘booked’ customers in sequence of ticket number to arrange their experience dates. There will be a choice of morning or afternoon slots, on weekdays and weekends.
When confirming your experience dates, we’ll ask you for the number of ‘flying’ guests and non-flying guests. x 4 is the maximum number of guests on one booking (the sim time slot is divided by the number of guests wishing to ‘fly’).
Once the date and time of your 744 Experience is confirmed, a Boarding Card will be emailed to you. At this time we will send a brief for arrival on the day.
On the day of your booking, please arrive at least 15 mins before the booked time slot with your Boarding Card (and no earlier than 30 mins before). Please wear comfortable, flat-soled shoes (no heels or sandals).
744 Experience is open throughout the year, excluding Bank Holidays.
Please refer to Cancellations & Amendments for information about changing/cancelling your booking (subject to availability).
G-CIVM Photograph courtesy of Kevin Hackert
Customers are encouraged to book for the longest time slots that budget will allow to fully appreciate all that is on offer - including our complete Upper Deck Business Class seated cabin, collection of Boeing 747-400 parts/accessories and our location in the beautiful Cheshire countryside.
Prices include a sim operator/instructor throughout. Just select the time slot that most suits your wishes.
Pre-booking is essential. 744 Experience is located on private property and entry is only possible with a pre-booked and confirmed time-slot / boarding card. Entry will be refused to anyone arriving without a confirmed time-slot.
Important Information
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Under 16’s will need to be supervised by a parent / guardian (in addition to the instructor). The simulator is not suitable for children under 14.
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Time slots can be booked for individuals, or split for small groups of up to x 4 people.
For example 90 min time slot / 2 adults = 30 mins sim time each, or 4 adults = 15 mins sim time each
150 min time slot / 2 adults = 60 mins sim time each, 4 adults = 30 mins sim time each
Once booked, the start / finish times of your session will be strictly adhered to, so please be sure to arrive at least 15 mins before your time slot (and no earlier than 30 mins before).
If you already hold a voucher, we recommend that you book your time slot at least 6 months before the expiry date on your voucher. -
744 Experience strives to be open and accessible to all. For those with mobility impairments, access to the Hangar and Upper Deck is step-free. However for access to the cockpit, wheelchair users must be able to make their way unaided from the narrow entrance at the cockpit door to the front cockpit seats.
What happens on the day?
Welcome and tour of the hangar (15 mins)
Head to ‘Departures’ and board the aircraft’s Upper Deck via a section of the original iconic B747-400 staircase
Take your seats in the cockpit for your 15 mins pre-flight brief by your co-pilot for the session
Customise your flight – choose departure airport, route, weather, time of day
Fasten your seatbelt and carry out pre-flight checks in front of our 220° wraparound visual screen with the assistance of your trained co-pilot for the day
Proceed to take-off
Enjoy your flight
Option for ‘non flying’ guests to sit on the upper deck while waiting, or use the outdoor seating area to enjoy the beautiful views of the Cheshire countryside.
For ‘Long-Haul’ hire, a bespoke programme will be arranged
