Flight Academy returns for summer at Manchester Airport’s Runway Visitor Park

Manchester Airport’s popular Flight Academy experience at its Runway Visitor Park will return over the school summer holidays for children aged four to 12.

The programme explores the various jobs that keep the airport running and gives those taking part the chance to learn more about the duties of everyone from flight crew to the airfield team. During the 90-minute experience, youngsters taking part will also sit in the cockpit of a retired DC10 airliner and get a taste for what it would be like to fly a commercial aircraft.

Paul Emblow, manager of the Runway Visitor Park, said:

“For a number of years, our Flight Academy experience has been a regular fixture during the school summer holidays and we’re pleased to be bringing it back this summer.

“The Runway Visitor Park is a unique attraction with a lot to see and do, so if you are looking for a good value, entertaining family day out over the holidays, then pay us a visit.”

Sessions will run on selected dates in July and August, with a ticket price of just £14 for one adult and one child. Guests can book tours and experiences online via the RVP’s website and are encouraged to visit the What’s On page for guidelines, terms, and conditions before booking.

Those making a booking for Flight Academy can also benefit from a reduced rate of £5 for a full day’s parking at the Runway Visitor Park, giving them the chance to take in its other attractions, such as its observation deck, tours of its retired airliners including the iconic Concorde, and a 360-degree immersive Flight Simulator. The Runway Visitor Park also offers a sizeable play area and on-site café.