Important Information Before You Book
Arrival:
Please arrive 1 hour before your scheduled flight to check in, present your ticket and valid ID, and sign a release form. Expect a brief wait before boarding.
Dress & Comfort:
Dress for the weather. It’s typically 10–15° cooler in the air, though aircraft can warm up if parked in the sun.
Seating & Safety:
All seating is first come, first served. A crew member will review safety and seating procedures before engine start. Passengers must be seated and buckled during takeoff and landing. Once airborne, you may move about the aircraft and take photos or video.
Noise & Equipment:
Ear protection is provided, or you may bring your own. These aircraft are loud—please follow crew instructions carefully.
Age & Mobility Requirements:
Children who use booster seats in vehicles cannot fly.
Ages 16+ may fly alone; under 16 must be with an adult.
Passengers must be able to enter/exit the aircraft independently (or with minimal help) and follow verbal instructions.
Consult your physician before flying if you have health concerns or are pregnant.
Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted.
Restrictions:
Weapons of any kind are not allowed on Museum property or aircraft, including those carried under a permit.
To board the C-47 "Hairless Joe", passengers must climb a short vertical ladder and move through narrow spaces.
Delays & Cancellations:
Some waiting before boarding is normal. Flights may be delayed or rescheduled due to weather, maintenance, or other factors. If a flight cannot take place, we’ll contact you to reschedule.
Refund Policy:
Failure to show for a scheduled flight will forfeit your ticket. Flights cancelled by the Michigan Flight Museum will be rescheduled for a future date.