Historic Plane Rides

🚪 Upon Arrival

• Arrive early: Please check in 1 hour before your scheduled flight.
• Dress for comfort: It’s usually 10–15° cooler in the air than on the ground, but the cabin can get warm if the aircraft’s been in the sun.
• Bring these items: Your ticket (digital or printed) and a valid photo ID.
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes are required.
• Noise protection: We provide ear protection, or you’re welcome to bring your own.
• Photos & videos: Bring your cameras or phones—digital media is welcome!.
• There may be a short wait before boarding—thank you for your patience!
  
  

🧑‍✈️ Preflight

• You’ll be asked to sign a release form before your flight
• Seating: All seating is first come, first served.
• A crew member will go over safety procedures, seating, and flight details before engine start.
• All passengers must be seated and buckled for engine start, taxi, takeoff, and landing.

   

✈️ In Flight

• Once airborne, passengers may move about the aircraft (except on the Huey and Tri-Motor).
• Feel free to take photos, video, or livestream your experience!
• These historic aircraft are loud, so communication can be tricky—please stay alert and follow crew instructions at all times.
  
  

🛬 Landing

• When signaled, please return to your seat and buckle up for landing, taxi, and engine shutdown.
• After the engines stop, the crew will guide you safely off the aircraft.

• No weapons: Firearms or other dangerous items are not permitted on Museum property or aircraft, even with a concealed carry permit.
• Boarding the B-25: Passengers must climb a short vertical ladder; mobility is limited. The bomb bay area is tight and may require crawling.
• Age limits:
  • Children who still use booster seats in cars cannot fly.
  • Ages 16+ may fly alone.
  • Ages under 16 must fly with an adult.
  • Ages under 18 need a parent/guardian signature.
    • If no parent will be present, please contact us in advance for a waiver: 📞 734-252-6457 
    • ✉️ airadventures@miflightmuseum.org
• Mobility: Aircraft were not designed for regular passenger use, but we do our best to accommodate those with limited mobility.
  • Passengers must be able to enter/exit on their own or with minimal help.
  • Passengers must be able to follow verbal instructions.
• Health & safety: Please consult your doctor if you have health concerns or are pregnant.
• No alcohol or drugs: Guests under the influence cannot board.

• No-shows: Missing your flight means forfeiting your ticket.
• Changes: Flight dates, times, or locations may change due to weather, maintenance, or other factors.
• Cancellations by the Museum: If we must cancel, we’ll reschedule your flight for another date/time.