Santa’s Aviation Wonderland at Shannon Aviation Museum 2023

If your child is fascinated by the world of flight, then visit Captain Santa at the Aviation Wonderland at Shannon Aviation Museum, Co Clare.

Especially for flying fans out there, catch a visit to see Captain Santa this Christmas at Shannon Aviation Museum in  in Co. Clare before he flies off to visit all the kids this Christmas eve
There’s a cool variety of seasonal Flight simulators for you to experience, from finding Santa’s runway from the air to landing a B737 Flight Simulator
Also, take a walk around the Museum and see the stunning Buccaneer Aircraft Carrier Jet , engines, cockpits and memorabilia that you don’t want to miss
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If you are looking for a different Christmas Event this year for your Company, Group or Family Santa Visit, there’s Flying Fun to experience at Atlantic Air Adventure this Christmas

Booking is essential and must be done by phone.  Details will be worked out on an individual basis and they will do their very best to accommodate.

Slots are limited, please call on (061) 363687 to book your place.

2023 Dates:
Saturday 9th Dec,
Sunday 10th Dec,
Saturday 16th Dec,
Sunday 17th Dec.

Familyfun Tip :- Due to the huge popularity of this event, we recommend booking early

Booking Information Booking is essential and is by phone only –  061 363687

 Solo Santa Visit

"Santa at Atlantic AirVenture Aviation"€25        Ideal for the littles ones, age 7 or under.
Visit Santa’s Aviation Wonderland at Shannon Aviation Museum.

Experience an aviation inspired Christmas. Get up close to real aircraft, cockpits, jet engines a fighter jet and more!

On Solo Santa Tickets, they even have tot-size pedal planes and runway outdoors, great for pictures!

Bring your letters along, the crew will stow them aboard for express Jet delivery back to the North Pole! Don’t forget your camera, you can dress up Top Gun style and the crew will even take your family photo!

Flight Simulation is not included in this package.

Flying Santa Visit – Santa Visit Plus Flight Simulation Experience

€47.50           Ideal for children over 7 years old.
Dress up Top Gun Style in your flight suit, and complete Santa’s Airport Flight Simulation (preflight brief plus 25 mins flying time)

Take off in your aerobatic Extra 300 aircraft, from a top-secret northern location on a classified Flight Plan to land at Santa’s Private Runway!

You have special permission to make a touch and go and do a few loop the loops, just for fun!

Look out for the runway lights shining as you approach, and keep a close look out for Santa’s Air Traffic Control Tower, Mrs. Claus is up there trying to cope with all the traffic around today! Now it’s time to head back to base, and make your best landing!

Then it’s off to Visit Captain Santa himself, do be sure to bring your letter, you can tell Santa what you want for Christmas!

Flying Santa Package suitable for over 7’s. Supervised at all times by our crew!

Santa Visit plus B737 NG Approach and Landing

€75.00              Minimum age 8
Visit Captain Santa Claus & fly a Boeing 737-800 NG 10-mile Approach and Landing Lapland International. (10 min approx)

Ideal for those who want to experience what it is like to fly a passenger airliner, take the Captains seat behind the controls of the most popular one in the world, the Boeing 737-800 NG. Experience the sights sounds and sensations of flight during an Approach and Landing into Lapland International Airport.

This is an experience they will remember for years to come! Limited slots are available, so book this one early.

This option is perfect for the older child, making the occasion feel just as magical as it used to be, especially for the budding pilot!

Family Tun Tip:- Slots are limited , so book yours early to avoid disappointment
Booking Information – Booking is essential and is by phone only –  061 363687

Full Santa Experience

€95.00                 This package combines it all! Minimum age 8
Dress up Top Gun Style in your flight suit, and complete Santa’s Airport Flight Simulation (preflight brief plus 25 mins flying time) Take off in your aerobatic Extra 300 aircraft, from a top-secret northern location on a classified Flight Plan to land at Santa’s Private Runway!

Look out for the runway lights shining as you approach, and keep a close look out for Santa’s Air Traffic Control Tower, Mrs. Claus is up there trying to cope with all the traffic around today! Now it’s time to head back to base, and make your best landing!

Take the Captains seat of a Boeing 737-800NG Simulator and experience the sounds and sensations of flight as you fly over Lapland approaching into land and then it’s off to visit Captain Santa himself in his Aviation Wonderland. Don’t forget your letter, you can tell Santa everything you want for Christmas!

Full Santa Package suitable for over 8’s. Supervised at all times by our crew!

Extras

€17.50 per Adult & €14.50 for Seniors
All parents must accompany children throughout the Santa experience – Standard Museum Admission applies.

Parents are more than welcome to observe the flight simulators and everyone is welcome to take photos as they wish.

Our crew will kit out your family crew with flying suits for their Santa Visit, and Mom and Dad get to be Airline pilots for a great family photo before your visit to Santa in his Aviation Wonderland.

Adults accompany their children all the time, including while in the Boeing 737 Flight Simulator. Parents are also welcome to take photos and videos while their future pilots are at the controls!

Directions –

Directions To Santa’s Aviation Wonderland at Shannon Aviation Museum in Shannon, Co. Clare

They are located just a few miles off the main N18 Galway – Limerick road in Shannon Town, Co Clare.
Atlantic Air Adventures Aviation Centre is approx 3 km distance from Shannon Airport , 15 mins from Limerick City,15 mins from Ennis Town. 2 hrs from Dublin.
Follow signs for Shannon Town. Take Exit 8 from on NI8 Limerick side or Exit 9 from Galway approach. Follow signs for Shannon town.
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