McConnell Officers' Spouses' Charitable Association (MOSCA) – McConnell OSCA
Auction Ends: Mar 2, 2006 10:00 PM EST

Unique Adventures

Weightless Flight with a NASA Astronaut

Item Number
*CMP-137
Estimated Value
Priceless
Opening Bid
6100 USD

Item Description

Zero-G Flight (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)-Enjoy (1) weightless flight. For the first time in United States history, the winning bidder is invited to experience a Weightless Flight with a NASA astronaut, breakfast, lunch and Zero-G merchandise. Note: a guest can also enjoy the Zero-G Flight at the additional discount price of $3,500.

Applying the highest standards of safety, this FAA approved activity offers everyone the chance to enjoy the fun and exhilarating dream of weightlessness, which is how astronauts have been trained by NASA for 40 years and how Tom Hanks floated in Apollo 13. During a Weightless Flight you can experience what it's like to walk on Mars and the Moon and be weightless like you are in Earth's orbit.

The ZERO-G Experience is a program in which you will be inspired by hearing firsthand what space is like and about the uses of Weightless Flight direct from a veteran astronaut. You will also learn how to maximize your time in zero gravity and officially become Weightless Certified.

What is included in the ZERO-G Experience?
Inspirational training led by a veteran astronaut
Weightless Flight with 15 parabolas aboard G-FORCE ONE
Martian-G Parabolas (1/3 gravity)
Lunar-G parabolas (1/6 gravity)
Zero gravity parabolas
ZERO-G merchandise 
Re-Gravitation Party with awards presentation

"It was exhilarating.  It was great to experience both Lunar gravity and weightlessness again.  I hope that everyone interested in adventure tourism and space will participate in this amazing opportunity."- Dr. Buzz Aldrin, Apollo 11 Astronaut

Valid one year from event date. Based on availability on regularly scheduled customer flights.

Hyatt Regency-Pier Sixty-Six Resort (Ft. Lauderdale)-Enjoy a three-night stay at this 4-star resort flanked by the 142-slip marina on one side, tennis courts and greenery on the other, and two-story lanais and an assortment of pools in back. The two Har-Tru tennis courts, a vast free-form pool with waterfalls, and a 40-person whirlpool get plenty of use. The fully equipped spa has everything from herbal wraps and massage to individually tailored workouts in plush surroundings. The aquatic center offers powerboat rentals, waterskiing and snorkeling trips. Privileges are extended to guests for nearby golf. Valid one year from event date.

American Airlines

This package includes round-trip FIRST CLASS [Business Class on three-class flights] for two from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States subject to availability. A minimum of 14 days advance booking is required as is a Saturday night stay. The winning bidders will be able to earn AAdvantage miles in accordance with the terms and conditions of the AAdvantage frequent flyer program. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these certificates to a higher level of service. The certificates will have a one-year expiration date from the date issued and all reservations are subject to availability.

Any airport departure or taxes (if charged) are the responsibility of the winning bidder. Ground transportation is not included in this package.

Item Special Note

*This item has been provided at a low, wholesale cost to benefit this auction.

Winner will receive item certificate 30 days after end of auction.

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