Event Enhancements
Guests will experience an event they will never forget with a variety of enhancements options from exploring select exhibit areas with engaging Docent Tours, or add a thrilling element of fun with either the interactive 360 Flight Simulators or the Virtual Reality Screaming Eagles experience. Wow your guests with Skydivers, Flyovers, Fireworks and more!
Midway Enhancement Options
Docent Tours
Explore the USS Midway Museum with docent tours, an exciting and educational way to give your guests an immersive experience on what it was like to serve on an aircraft carrier. There are nine different tour locations to choose from and are approximately 15 minutes in length with 10-15 attendees at a time. Each tour consists of 5 Docents for up to 2 hours and must be concluded no later than 9:00pm.
Flight Simulators
Air Combat 360 – Full Motion Simulators
Enter a state-of-the art virtual-reality full motion simulator for a WWII dog-fighting adventure. Two riders control all the action in a “pod” for a two-minute pulse-pounding aerial combat ride! Full barrel rolls and complete aerial loops are possible as you evade the enemy fighters!
Virtual Reality Screaming Eagles Flight Experience
If you have nerves of steel, join the men and women in the Training Exercise “Screaming Eagles”! Be prepared to launch your F/18 off the aircraft carrier, hit every target, and complete your air-to-air mission and land safely.
Event Photography
Photo opportunities during your event are available from the Midway’s in-house photo stop, Photo Genic Inc.
Please call (312) 836-5428.
Jet Shop / Gift Shop
The Midway Gift Store, “Jet Shop” offers an array of specialty naval gifts, clothing, and memorabilia. Speak with your event manager to make arrangements to have the Jet Shop open during your event or to purchase Midway memorabilia in advance.
A percentage of your purchase supports the Midway’s ongoing efforts to preserve America’s history and educate our youth.
Midway’s Exclusive Partners Enhancements
Midway’s Maverick
California’s most used Tom Cruise “Maverick” impersonator! From national television to corporate affairs, our Midway Maverick knows how to entertain.
Learn more about pricing and availability at California Tom Cruise.
NOTE: One flyover provider is permitted to operate at a USS Midway event. A Flyover may occur at any time during daylight hours up to one hour after Sunset.
Fireworks
Make a sparkling impression while dazzling your attendees with fireworks rocketing off the Midway!
Fireworks displays may be arranged to take place during your event based upon availability and environmental factors. Displays may take place from either the ship’s bow or a barge. Speak with an Event Manager for additional information.
Please note: Requests for fireworks are approved by the San Diego Unified Port District which allows a total of 5 fireworks shows per quarter aboard the USS Midway and considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Learn more about pricing and availability at Fireworks America.
Skydiving
Dazzle your guests with thrilling and inspirational parachuting team or aerial demonstration above Midway! Landing takes place on the secured area of the ship’s bow and is only available for a private evening event.
Learn more about pricing and availability at Skydiving Innovations.
Drone Photography
Drone-filming services are available for special events exclusively through Skydiving Innovations. Approved by the FAA, their pilots possess all required FAA Certificates of Authorization and insurance.
Learn more about pricing and availability at Skydiving Innovations.
NOTE: Due to local FAA regulations, no other drones are allowed on the USS Midway at any time.
Helicopter Services
Imagine a helicopter landing to kick off your event. Maybe a helicopter take-off as a dramatic end to your event! Either way, this enhancement is one of a kind, due to Midway’s unique venue. Corporate Helicopters can provide flight services for up to one helicopter landing or takeoff on the secured bow of the flight deck during your evening event only. A landing fee applies.
Learn more about pricing and availability at Corporate Helicopters.
NOTE: Due to local FAA regulations, no other drones are allowed on the USS Midway at any time.
Flyover Services
For a truly unique and unforgettable experience, a Flyover shows pride in your country and brings energy and sentimental reflection to any event. Home of the San Diego Salute Formation Flying Team, ShowBoss Productions.
Learn more about pricing and availability at Showboss Productions.
NOTE: One flyover provider is permitted to operate at a USS Midway event. A Flyover may occur at any time during daylight hours up to one hour after Sunset.
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