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Virtual Flight Experience

Flight school Aviation training institute

👍👍 An amazing gift for my 12 year old. He loved every moment of his experience and the whole thing was so friendly and professional. Nick was great with him. Highly recommended! People often mention experience, Nick, flight, recommend, Steve, friendly, professional, staff,


Address

FourAcres, Lutterworth Rd, Wolvey, Hinckley LE10 3HW, United Kingdom

Website

www.virtualflightexperience.co.uk

Contact

+44 330 124 8777

Rating on Google Maps

4.90 (92 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 5 pm

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  • 5/5 Jesse James S. 1 year ago on Google
    I turned up to do a lesson in the Piper Seneca, and wow! Just amazing! met Steve who is a superb, measured instructor. Talked me through what we were going to do on our trip to and through the Grand Canyon 👀. Defenetly recommend. A huge thank you and I will be back to soak up more like a Sponge 👍👍😉.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ann R. 1 year ago on Google
    An amazing gift for my 12 year old. He loved every moment of his experience and the whole thing was so friendly and professional. Nick was great with him. Highly recommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John H. 8 months ago on Google
    Just returned from my 3rd visit & it was as good as my first. With new additions such as air traffic control, the experience was even more life-like. This journey was from Munich to Salzburg with Nicholas who was brilliant explaining everything. Thank you all, see you next time.

  • 5/5 Matt W. 1 year ago on Google
    I was lucky enough to receive a gift voucher and booked my "flight". The instructions received after I made my booking were clear on what I needed to do and what I should expect on the day. I arrived by car, again follow the instructions, they are very clear. Waited a couple of minutes in the car park and was collected. Met Nick who was my instructor for my flight on 737-800. He took me through and it was like I stepped onto a real aircraft, the setup is really well done and you are immersed in the experience. I'm very much a beginner, my only experience having used MS Flight Simulator on my xbox console so what awaited me was unreal and well beyond my expectations. Nick talked me through step by step what we were doing, which flight we were taking and I got settled in. He got me to program the computer with all of the flight details - it was brilliant. We took off and it really felt like I had this aircraft under my control, Nick was so good at explaining every detail about what was happening and was a really nice guy, very friendly and he was really interested in making this a great experience for me. If you have any interest in aviation or have ever wondered what flying an aircraft would be like, you must book yourself in with these guys, they are amazing at what they do and I can't recommend them enough. Thanks Nick and the other gentleman at the desk (sorry I didn't get your name)! Matt.

  • 5/5 madison K. 7 months ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing. I could not recommend Virtual Flight Experience enough, it was incredible. All of the staff are all extremely welcoming, patient and polite throughout the whole experience. The flight itself was unbelievable, I could not believe just how realistic it was. I thoroughly enjoyed every second of it.

  • 5/5 Kelly L. 4 months ago on Google
    Took my 10 year old son who is autistic with adhd for a 60 minute flight experience which he was a little nervous about but he thoroughly enjoyed, Nick was very friendly, patient and knowledgeable, explaining the controls and coaching my boy through the whole flight. Would recommend :)

  • 5/5 Ethan T. 7 months ago on Google
    VFE is a brilliant company, staff are fantastic every time I visit. Their experience and skill shines through, and gives me confidence that good customer service still exists. Pricing is very reasonable considering the competition, especially their on the day return deals. I would highly recommend to anyone with an interest in flying, it's well worth a look!

  • 5/5 Simone V. 6 months ago on Google
    This in an excellent and professional sim centre. I have done a refresh and preparation flight session to prepare for a European airline assessment and went through all the points requested for the simulator assessment. I passed the assessment a few weeks after. Steve was spot on with the training and very kind and helpful during the preparation. I would definitely recommend!

  • 5/5 David P. 7 months ago on Google
    I have been using VFE for a few years now. I'm a student pilot just about to do my.skills test. VFE gave me the confidence to fly with a mate over water in a SEP to France and gave me all the navigation skills required, to complete my training in the real world. And even once I've passed I will continue to fly VFE as there is always something left to learn in aviation. The experienced and friendly instructors are always welcoming, and always seem to find a new learning objective.

  • 5/5 rory h. 7 months ago on Google
    Absolutely fantastic, first visited Virtual Flight Experience back in 2017 as a Groupon customer and am now a regular, I have completed the Boeing 737-800 virtual type rating course which was intense but very rewarding. The staff are extremely friendly, encouraging and knowledgeable and you come way knowing you have learnt a little bit more about flying one of the most popular commercial passenger planes there is every time you visit them.

  • 5/5 Brian C. 1 year ago on Google
    If you want to experience of flying in a safe environment then Virtual Flight is a must. Expert instructors guide you through the technical side and you do the flying in a virtual environment, so life-like and the controls respond to your input. Many thanks to the staff, the location is in a remote farming area but follow the instructions in the email. 😎✈️👍

  • 5/5 Helen R. 2 years ago on Google
    Very professional environment. My instructor was Nick, very patient and made me feel at ease. My husband and son both want to have a go in the simulator now. Highly recommend this experience to all. ***** 5 stars rating from me.

  • 5/5 Tracey C. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a 60 minute session in the Boeing 747-800. It was a fantastic experience together with friendly and knowledgeable staff. We enjoyed it so much we did a repeat booking to try the Piper plane.

  • 5/5 David C. 2 years ago on Google
    A challenging and enjoyable experience. I have visited Virtual Flight Experience twice and had the opportunity to meet Nick, Edward and Steve. I assure you will find a really friendly and professional staff, no matter if you want to have a first aviation approach or improve your knowledge, they are willing to help you. Cannot wait for the 3rd session, just unsure about choosing the 737 or the Piper Seneca, both amazing. Just go!

  • 5/5 Nigel S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great experience, really enjoyed the 60 minutes in the Boeing 737-800 simulator. Thanks to Steve & Nick, very professional

  • 5/5 Samantha P. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing experience for my pre-teen . He loved every minute. I would definitely recommend this for any budding pilot!!

  • 5/5 Chris B. 1 year ago on Google
    I had been bought a VFE for my birthday, and then bought one for my friend (who has real piloting experience) for his birthday. We actually had a call with Steve from the company, who was very accommodating, to arrange the timings so I could fly the Seneca first then move onto the 737 for my friend. On arrival we were greeted by Steve who took us through what we were doing, he is very professional and easy to get on with. My flight in the Seneca was superb, doing a loop out of Oban and back, the landing was tricky but I managed to get it down on my second approach. Then we were on to the 737 where I was a passenger, this is an incredible setup. My friend immediately booked for a return and I also will at a later date. Thanks Steve for such a great afternoon!


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