My brother is extremely interested in airline indutry, aeroplanes and the like. Even though he is only 16 he can recognise any Boeing, Airbus or most commercial plane put infront of him, down to the number eg B747 400 etc... I would like to get him a really interesting present, any Ideas? Thankyou in advance.
2006-12-09 21:22:17 · 22 answers · asked by gwbamforth@btinternet.com 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Aircraft
He already has FSX for PC and I don't think he would want a DVD or similar.
2006-12-09 21:26:44 · update #1
Thankyou so much, I am so pleased and happy with the answers after 14 minutes, I am going to give the best answer to the one with the most helpful answer which is a hard decision but thank you all!
2006-12-09 21:36:32 · update #2
I am equidistant from Manchester and Liverpool Airport UK and can access Leeds Bradford as I have local relatives to their
2006-12-09 21:45:29 · update #3
Private jet trip from http://www.jets.com/
2006-12-10 03:24:40 · answer #1 · answered by PriJet 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi.
Almost every Airport has an aviation shop on site,so maybe a model airliner similar to those that you used to see in travel agents' windows may be an idea.
For something different from the normal Flying lesson type of present,there are trips available in Tiger Moth biplanes or World war II Harvard trainers,right up to the MiG25 (only if you've got £15,000 spare). Check out any Pilot or Flypast magazines in your newsagent.
Several online Aviation art galleries do signed prints of almost every aircraft imaginable.
Maybe a guided tour of a local air museum- the volunteers would probably let him climb in some of the aircraft on display for a small donation.
Hope it helps.
2006-12-10 08:16:25 · answer #2 · answered by misterviv 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There was a book , probably out of print now but still avilible in secondhand shops called "Airlines of the world", which lists fleet numbers, types, hubs and details of all the exisiting airlines operating internationally.
Also on Ebay are several model kits of airliners, they're simple snap together affairs and in different liveries. One of the best to get is an EVA Air "Hello Kitty" model, which usually sells at a premium. they come in both metal and plastic and with their own stands.
Just put in a search for boeing models, Airbus models or the name of an airline.
There are also instrumentation parts / dials for sale on Ebay, but to be honest if you want a part, it might be best to search the Web for a second hand supplier, many of whom exist in the USA.
2006-12-09 23:01:48 · answer #3 · answered by Slackbladder 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you dont mention where you live otherwise I would have tried to provided you with web links in your area? but here are my suggestions...
Book a mystery flight for the both of you!
If you have them where you are that is? here in Australia you can book a mystery flight for a day and fly to another state for the day and back again, but you dont know where you are doing till your on the plane.
or
Check with your local airport & airlines for any open days they may have? some airlines hold orientation days for people thinking of getting into the industry to come have a look see.
Also some airlines open aeroplanes that are not currently in use or under maintainence at local airstips near major airports for public viewing.
Good Luck :-)
2006-12-09 21:38:45 · answer #4 · answered by brisbane b 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm going to go with user, puffy. If you get in touch with the royal aircraft museum they will help you to find an aircraft manufacturer for a tour. They will also put you in the know for a wealth of other ideas. In fact go down to the museum for the tour aswell. Good luck.
2006-12-09 23:37:47 · answer #5 · answered by Jamie C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to this link
http://www.garmin-air-race.freeola.com/links%20listing/10.htm
Look to the left once you are on the page, there are many links there for gifts. A small selection - art, photos and images, collectibles, books.
Another idea is to contact one of your local airports and see if they do any airport tours.
As another thought, here is a link to a calendar of UK airshows:
http://www.aeroflight.co.uk/shows/showdate.htm
I am sure he would love attending one, you could get tickets and give him the tickets and brochures on Christmas day.
2006-12-09 22:46:30 · answer #6 · answered by Sue 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Flying Lessons.
2006-12-09 21:31:13 · answer #7 · answered by Bob L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are travelling in the USA, and something looks suspicious when the checked bag is x-rayed, the bag WILL be opened and searched. If the something suspicious is a wrapped gift, the wrapping will be torn off so that the gift can be checked. Use your own judgement, but if any of the presents are electronic gear I would not wrap them -- just in case.
2016-05-23 01:42:03 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Flying lesson?
Concorde memorabilia?
A Visit to an aircraft manufacturer?
2006-12-09 21:29:54 · answer #9 · answered by puffy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try to get him to the tarmac of the airport in your country! the bussling hive of activity going on down at the apron area but unseen to passengers will be a real eye opener!
but security is extremely tight at major airports around the world...
2006-12-15 04:31:58 · answer #10 · answered by SammyL 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What about booking a session on the British Airways simulator
2006-12-11 00:28:44 · answer #11 · answered by Ollie O 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋