Finding an interesting gift idea can be very difficult – when conventional suggestions are not an option, it is worth choosing something truly unique. That something could be an indoor skydiving tunnel, or more precisely, a flight in one – a gift idea that will bring plenty of unforgettable emotions.
What are wind tunnels? Who can take part in a tunnel flight? What does the flight involve? Finally, how much will this entertainment cost?
Wind tunnels – feel like you are soaring through the sky
A structure such as a wind tunnel is most often associated with research into the aerodynamics of objects. It is worth noting, however, that it also has another application – if its construction is vertical, it can be used to imitate the conditions of freefall in the sky.
Vertical wind tunnels are equipped with large fans that can propel air currents at speeds of around 300 kilometres per hour. This is enough to lift a person into the air. The effect is similar to freefall during a parachute jump – falling downward at tremendous speed.
For a long time, indoor skydiving tunnels were used to support parachute training. They soon began to be made available to people interested in unusual entertainment with a touch of adrenaline as well. Now they can also be enjoyed in Poland!
Who can fly in an indoor skydiving tunnel?
One major advantage of flights in wind tunnels is how accessible they are. No special preparation, such as courses, training or medical examinations, is required to take part. This means that a wind tunnel can also be an excellent gift idea for various occasions.
There are few contraindications to flying in tunnels – they concern only poor health that would prevent someone from participating in other sports. There are also no age restrictions – children, teenagers and seniors can fly in the tunnels.
What does a flight in a wind tunnel involve?
A flight in a wind tunnel must be booked by choosing the most convenient date. This can be done online, directly through the organisers’ websites.
If the flight is intended as a gift, the best choice is to use vouchers – invitations that allow the recipient to choose a flight date that suits them. Vouchers are most often valid for one year from the date of purchase.
On the day of the flight, you should arrive at the wind tunnel in advance. Before the flight, the participant takes part in a short briefing explaining the rules that apply during the flight and receives the necessary equipment, namely a jumpsuit, helmet and goggles.
During the flight, the participant is supervised at all times by an instructor who is inside the tunnel with them. The instructor can help them perform various manoeuvres in the air.
The basic tunnel flight lasts 3 minutes, divided into two sessions of 1.5 minutes each. This may seem short, but in reality it is several times longer than freefall during a parachute jump, which lasts just 30–60 seconds. In addition, the wind tunnel allows customers to purchase several flights in a row.
How much do wind-tunnel flights cost?
Flights in the wind tunnel in Wrocław, specifically in Sobótka near Wrocław, can be purchased through the website: wroclaw.profly.pl.
Profly is one of the well-known flight organisers – its wind tunnel in Wrocław is one of the most modern in Poland.
Prices for the basic 3-minute flight start at just 249 zlotys – people under 16 pay only 219 zlotys. The offer also includes attractive flight packages and training courses.