American Football Association – AFA Monthly Auction July 12, 2016 thru August 17, 2016
Auction Ends: Aug 17, 2016 11:59 PM EDT

Unique Experiences

Fighter Pilot For a Day

Item Number
478
Estimated Value
Priceless
Opening Bid
3650 USD

Item Description

Air Combat USA Fighter Pilot Experience for 1, Hyatt Place 3-Night Stay with Airfare for 2

This Experience Includes:

  • Fighter Pilot experience for 1 at your choice of participating locations in the contiguous U.S.
  • 3-night stay in a standard guest room at a participating Hyatt Place hotel
  • Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 within the 48 contiguous U.S.
  • Winspire booking & concierge service

Air Combat USA Fighter Pilot
Your party of one will experience the thrill and excitement of being a fighter pilot in a light attack fighter in air-to-air combat. This basic air combat maneuvers program (phase I) is totally unique. This is not an air combat simulator and you don't need a pilot's license! Additional flying experiences can be purchased at the time of booking.

Select from the following dates* & locations:

Atlanta, GA (2016: Feb 26-28, Nov 5-7)

Atlantic City, NJ (2016: Apr 22-24, July 29-31)

Austin, TX (2016: Apr 5-6)

Boston, MA (2016: May 20-22, Aug 27-29)

Charleston, SC (2016: Feb 20-22, Nov 18-20)

Chicago, IL (2016: Jun 24-26, Sept 16-18)

Cincinnati, OH (2016: Jul 15-17)

Cleveland, OH (2016: Jun 4-6)

Dallas/Fort Worth, TX (2016: Apr 8-10, Oct 15-17)

Detroit, MI (2016: Jun 11-13, Sept 10-12)

Houston, TX (2016: Mar 18-20, Oct 21-23)

Kansas City, KS (2016: Jul 9-11)

Las Vegas, NV (2016: Jan 8-10, Feb 19-21, Mar 11-13, Apr 29 - May 1, Oct 21-23, Nov 11-13, Dec 2-4)

Miami (Homestead), FL (2016: Jan 29-31, Dec 9-11)

Nashville, TN (2016: Apr 12-13)

New York/Long Island (Brookhaven) (2016: May 14-16, Aug 19-21)

New York/Northern NJ area (New Windsor, NY) (2016: Apr 29 - May 1, Aug 13-15)

Orange County (Fullerton), CA (2016: Jan 4-6, Jan 12-31, Feb 1-6, Feb 8-13, Feb 16-17, Feb 23-29, Mar 1-9, Mar 15-24, Mar 29-30, Apr 5-27, May 1-7, May 9-27, June 1-18, June 20-30, July 6-31, Sep 6-30, Oct 1-5, Oct 11-19, Oct 25-30, Nov 1-9, Nov 15-22, Nov 28-30, Dec 6-22, Dec 28-29)

Orlando (Kissimmee), FL (2016: Jan 23-25, Dec 3-5)

Philadelphia (Lancaster), PA (2016: Apr 16-18, Jul 23-25)

Portland, OR (2016: Aug 9-11)

San Antonio, TX (2016: Apr 1-3)

San Francisco/San Jose area (Livermore, CA) (2016: Apr 1-3, Aug 5-7, Oct 7-9)

St. Louis, MO (2016: Sep 23-25)

Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL (2016: Jan 15-17)

Winston-Salem, NC (2016: Nov 11-13)

*NOTE: Dates are subject to change without notice.

This experience gives you an introduction to Tactical Fighter Maneuvers using the actual skills taught to current military fighter pilots. After being fitted with a full flight suit and completing the air combat briefings you'll climb into the fighter aircraft alongside your instructor. With your hands on the controls you will engage in five to six combat engagements. Your flight will be recorded on video-tape and reviewed in a flight debriefing and we'll even give you a copy to take home at the end of your amazing day.

The instructors, both military and civilian, have enviable credentials. Most are former military fighter pilots from the Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps, and several are graduates of Red Flag and the Navy Fighter Weapons School. This fighter pilot experience features SIAI Marchetti SF-260 and Extra 300L propeller planes, the types used by the military in training their fighter pilots and so it will give you the best experience. With 260-300hp, they are capable of airspeeds up to 236 knots, +6 G-forces and are highly maneuverable giving you the most realistic air combat and fighter pilot experience available.

Restrictions: Pilots must weigh less than 250 pounds and stand no taller than 6' 7".

Things to know: There are just two participants in each class. Since you will be suited up in a flight suit for this activity, you may wear whatever is comfortable for the air temperature. We suggest rubber-soled shoes (i.e. tennis shoes work well). Get a good night's sleep and avoid an overabundance of alcohol the night before your flight. Guests may sit in on the briefing and watch as you take off and land. Missions are conducted approximately 25 miles from the airfield so guests will be unable to view the actual flight. The instructor will fly the plane during take-off and landing.

Hyatt Place Hotels
Enjoy a 3-night stay in a standard guest room at a participating Hyatt Place Hotel, subject to availability. Participating properties subject to change without notice.

Travelers are raving about Hyatt Place hotels, with more than 100 locations nationwide. Hyatt Place has been named the top upscale brand in the most recent J.D. Power and Associates North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index(SM), receiving the highest rankings possible in nearly every key measure of customer satisfaction.

Hyatt Place offers contemporary lodging and hospitality for today's relaxed lifestyle. Enjoy a spacious guestroom, plush oversized sofa sleeper that is separated from the sleeping area, free continental breakfast and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi Internet access throughout the hotel. Hyatt Place also offers a variety of freshly prepared, café quality items. The complimentary Stay Fit fitness center is equipped with state-of-the-art Life Fitness cardio and strength equipment.

Airfare
This package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States to any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States, subject to availability.

Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.

Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles for upgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.

Winspire Booking & Concierge Service
Winspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related details and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an established network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground transportation is not included.

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