Fantasy of Flight Invites Aviation Enthusiasts to Get On Board for Year-Round Fun with All-New Annual Pass

Aviation-Themed Attraction Takes Visitors to a Higher Plane With Money-Saving Annual Pass and Thrilling "Open Cockpit Days"

Fantasy of Flight, Central Florida's premier aviation attraction, is helping dreams take flight for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, families and everyone from the young to the young-at-heart by offering new and exciting benefits to the Annual Pass program.

The Annual Pass is $69.95 for adults, $39.95 for children ages 6 to 15, plus 7 percent sales tax and is valid for one year from date of purchase. The pass includes unlimited entry to the attraction as well as all Fantasy of Flight special events and festivals including Roar 'n Soar, where the fastest racing machines from land, sea and air come together for high-octane entertainment, as well as Fantasy of Flight's upcoming three-part "Living History" symposium, which will feature live appearances from members of the Tuskegee Airmen Feb. 27-28, WASPs (Women Airforce Service Pilots) March 27-28 and a special Military Collectors show and re-enactment June 20.

On Friday, Feb. 27 and Saturday, Feb. 28 from 3-5 p.m., Annual Pass holders also will enjoy a very special member experience - "Open Cockpit Days" during which they are invited to get up close and personal with some of America's most rare vintage aircraft, such as the P51C, T6 and the B25. To authenticate the experience, Pass holders are invited to climb into the cockpit of these historic beauties for a once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity. The experience is complimentary for Annual Pass holders, but also will be available to single-day ticket purchasers for an additional $20.

Annual Pass holders also will receive a complimentary lunch at the Art Deco Compass Rose Diner on the day of their birthday, balloon flight discounts, exclusive monthly specials in the gift shop and diner, and a variety of discounts to other area attractions and events.

Both Fantasy of Flight and Bok Tower Gardens honor annual passes issued by Cypress Gardens Adventure Park, which closed Nov. 16, 2008 for an anticipated four-month renovation.

Note: The attractions will accept all valid annual passes until their date of expiration. Current Cypress Gardens annual pass holders will receive $5 off the purchase of a Fantasy of Flight Annual Pass.