Description

The sensation of freefall in a 120mph wall of air is rivalled only by jumping out of a plane from a great height. This group experience means the entire family can enjoy the thrilling sensation on the same day. The session begins with a briefing from a fully qualified instructor who will then get you all kitted out in specialist flight suits ready for the freefall. All flights are taken on a one-to-one basis with the instructor: there is an amazing 10 minutes of free fall to be shared between the family (maximum 5 people). The instructor might even perform some freefall acrobatics to show what’s possible in the air flow.

Availability: Seven days a week throughout the year. The centre is closed on Christmas Day but operates on bank holidays. Weather: The tunnel is indoors and isn’t affected by the weather. Duration: Expect to be on-site for around one and a half hours, including a 20 minute safety briefing, kit issue (15 minutes), 10 separate 60 second body flying sessions and a full debrief. The 10 flying sessions can be divided however you wish. Numbers On Day: This experience is especially designed for family groups of up to five people.Training may be shared in a group of up to 12. Each flight is held on a one-to-one basis in the wind tunnel with a fully qualified instructor. Spectators: Facilities are excellent and make for a good family outing. Spectators can watch the action from the free viewing gallery. Dress Code: No jewellery or collared shirts. Please wear tight-fitting lace-up trainers (not boots). If suitable footwear isn’t worn, it is compulsory to hire trainers from the venue. Jumpsuits and other equipment are provided. Lockers £1. Guidelines: Airkix is situated next to the Chill Factore indoor ski slope, opposite the Trafford Centre and conveniently located off junction 10 of M60 motorway. After exiting the motorway, head towards The Trafford Centre and turn left at the brown tourist sign ‘Trafford Quays Leisure Village’ by the Premier Inn. At the roundabout turn left, signed ‘Ski Slope’. Follow the sign and you will see Airkix on the left, just past Chill Factore. Restrictions: Two adults (over 18) to accompany up to three children (aged 4 – 18). Maximum weight 18 stone each. Anyone who’s reasonably fit, can fly. If pregnant, have heart, back or neck problems or have ever dislocated a shoulder, you can’t fly. Other Info: It is vital to arrive no later than the allocated time on the booking letter. Actual flights occur up to one hour after the allocated booked time to allow for an essential safety briefing before stepping into the tunnel.

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester