What Can I Expect

If you've always fancied being the captain rather than a passenger on a jetliner, book a Boeing simulator flight in Newcastle! Get ready to apply full-thrust, you're going to be virtually taking off in a 737NG on this aerial extravaganza.

This high-tech simulator is based on a Boeing 737 Next Generation (Ng) short- to medium-range, narrow-bodied twin jet liner. To put it in layman's terms, this is the sort of aeroplane many of us fly on when we go to Europe or on domestic routes. So whilst you're probably very familiar with what it's like in the main cabin, entering the flight deck is a whole different world.

For a start, you might find the captain's 'office' is somewhat smaller than you'd imagine. Two armchair seats (inevitably with sheepskin covers on!) dominate the space and as your stare in a somewhat mesmerised state at all the dials, controls and displays in front of you, you'll begin to wonder if you need a degree in aeronautical science just to get the plane off the ground…

However, with a very experienced pilot by your side, you will soon find yourself in that left-hand driving seat and ready for take off. As you trundle along the taxiway in your hefty metal tube, you'll have your flight path plotted and your co-ordinates entered into the onboard computer ready to cruise the sky.

And we have to say, it's all very realistic inside this ‘life size' 737-800 cockpit. All the instruments are fully functional and the yokes are dual-linked, with working auto throttles, electric trims and stick shakers too. Visuals are great, with sharp 4k images and there's even a cabin behind you with enough room for six passengers.

As for where you go on your simulator flights it's entirely up to you. Stay local and depart Newcastle International Airport for a few circuits, or tackle some of the trickiest airports in the world. There are over 50,000 different airports in the database!

Whichever itinerary you choose, you're sure to have a blast at the helm of this true to life simulator in Newcastle. And when you think over 1250 Boeing 737s are flying at any given time in the world, these really are the workhorses of the skies, flying for over 2400 airlines to over 1200 destinations in more than 190 countries. Time to switch on the seatbelt signs and prepare the doors for take off in your Boeing simulator!

When Is It Available

• Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year

Suitable For

• Minimum age 6
• Under 18s must be accompanied on site by an adult
• There is no minimum height, booster seats can be provided on the day

Spectators

• Up to 6 spectators welcome for the Boeing 737 simulator

Anything Else

• A Full HD video of your flight on an SD card can be purchased on the day for an additional charge