Boeing 747 Flight Simulator Experiences & Packages
Take the captain’s seat aboard ex-British Airways Boeing 747-400 G-BYGA. Every Standard Simulator experience includes an experienced instructor alongside you throughout the session, guiding you through the aircraft, take-off, flying, approaches and landing.
No previous flying experience is needed — these sessions are designed for anyone who wants to experience flying a 747.
Standard Simulator Packages
Our standard flight simulator packages aboard ex-British Airways 747-400 G-BYGA at Barton Aerodrome. All packages include pre-flight briefing, instructor guidance, and dedicated cockpit time.
Instructor Guided Experience
Looking for technical pilot sessions?
Find Your Perfect 747 Experience
Match your group, budget & preferences in 60s.
20 Minute Flight Simulator Experience
A structured 747 taster: briefing, take-off from Manchester, climb to around 5,000 ft, basic handling and normally a couple of landing attempts.
45 Minute Flight Simulator Experience
More flying time and flexibility to tailor your session, with take-offs, landings, different airports, approaches and conditions.
90 Minute Flight Simulator Experience
An immersive session with time for more complete flights, multiple approaches, challenging conditions and different scenarios.
120 Minute Flight Simulator Experience
Our most in-depth Standard experience, with maximum time to explore airports, approaches, emergencies and 747 operations.
Your Session Time
Your booked time includes your introduction, briefing, cockpit familiarisation and simulator experience. The introduction is typically around 5–7 minutes and forms part of your session.
Guests & Cockpit Capacity
Bookings can include up to 7 people in total where additional guests are added. A maximum of 5 people can be in the cockpit at once, with remaining guests seated immediately behind in original Business Class seating. Guests can swap seats and share flying time.
Worldwide Flying
Longer sessions can be tailored around airports, approaches and destinations around the world.
Booking Flex
Optional booking protection allowing you to change your booking date/time once up to 3 hours before your scheduled experience. Price varies by simulator package and is shown during booking.
Looking for a Flight Simulator Gift Voucher?
All 20 to 120-minute experiences can be purchased as gift vouchers with 12 months validity. Choose instant digital PDF delivery or presentation pack.