iFLY New York-Queens Indoor Skydiving in Queens, NY
iFLY Indoor Skydiving New York-Queens •
10-20 Borden Ave • Queens, NY 11101
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Overview
Are you ready to experience the thrill of skydiving without jumping out of a plane? Then iFLY Queens is the place for you! iFLY is a memorable indoor skydiving NYC facility that lets you soar in a state-of-the-art vertical wind tunnel. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you'll have a blast with the help of expert instructors and high-tech equipment.
Good To Know
- You don't need any previous experience to fly at iFLY. You'll get a training session before your flight, where you'll learn the basic body position and hand signals.
- Children 3 years of age or older can fly. There's no upper age limit, as long as you're in good physical condition.
- You can bring your friends and family to watch you fly. There's a viewing area where they can see you in action and cheer you on.
- Wear comfortable clothes and lace-up shoes. You'll also get a flight suit, helmet, goggles, and earplugs to wear over your clothes.
- You can also buy photos and videos of your flight as souvenirs or share them on social media.
- Get ready to be trained by world-class flight instructors who will walk you through the basics of indoor skydiving.
- You should arrive 20 minutes ahead of your scheduled flight time for check-in.
- Flyers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present to sign their flight waiver.
Description
This state-of-the-art facility features a vertical wind tunnel with a glass chamber that provides the perfect opportunity for family and friends to enjoy the views as you learn to fly. The wind tunnel moves air up in a vertical column, creating the indoor skydiving experience.
The world leader when it comes to vertical wind tunnels, iFLY uses unique technology; multiple fans located at the top of the flight chamber produce a wall-to-wall airflow that is smooth and fun to fly in. The air flow is totally controllable; this, combined with professional instructors, makes for the most exciting flight experience possible.
Flyers do not need any previous experience to fly! At iFLY, you will learn how to fly your body in a controlled manner with the assistance of your instructor. Professional flight instructors will provide you with all of your flight gear, along with the fundamental skills for body flight through a classroom training session. All you have to do is get ready to smile because this will be the most exciting thing you have ever accomplished!
Skydivers love freefall because it's the closest possible thing to true human flight. Now everyone can experience the same exhilaration, in a safe environment, in full view of family and friends!
The entire experience lasts approximately 1.5 hours and includes two flights per person, which is more than double the freefall portion in outdoor skydiving that lasts 45 to 60 seconds. You’ll learn the fundamental skills for bodyflight through a classroom training session guided by professional instructors, who will be there to guide you throughout your flight duration. All gear, including a flight suit, helmet and goggles, are provided.
iFLY Queens takes flyers ages 3 and up and all prices are the same for children and adults.
Please note that flying is not recommend for guests who are pregnant, or if you have ever had a history of neck, back, or heart problems, or if you have ever had a prior shoulder dislocation.
Prepare to smile as you discover the closest thing to true human flight. Book your flight package today!
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iFLY New York-Queens Indoor Skydiving is located at iFLY Indoor Skydiving New York-Queens • 10-20 Borden Ave • Queens, NY 11101
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Frequently Asked Questions about iFLY New York-Queens Indoor Skydiving
How old do you have to be?
Flyers must be a minimum of 3 years old. Children under 18 years of age need to have a parent or guardian sign their waiver.
Is there a weight requirement?
Flyers must not exceed 300lbs. Individuals weighing between 260–300lbs are subject to additional evaluation by the local staff to determine if they can be accommodated and whether additional restrictions may apply.
Are there any physical restrictions?
Individuals who are pregnant or have a hard cast or hard prosthetic that cannot be removed are not permitted to fly. Individuals who have a head, neck, back or shoulder injury, heart condition or other health condition that may impede their ability to participate, should not fly.
How long is the experience?
The total experience lasts for about 1 hour and 30 minutes from start to finish. This includes check-in, gearing up, training session, flight time, and time after your flight to remove gear and view the photos and video if interested. Your admission includes two (2) flights and each flight within the wind tunnel lasts 60 seconds. When jumping from an airplane, the free fall portion lasts approximately 45 seconds.
Is parking available?
iFLY Queens does not have their own parking lot. There is limited free street parking nearby and several paid parking garages located nearby as well. The closest subway station is the Vernon Blvd-Jackson Ave stop (about 1.5 blocks and a four to five-minute walk).
