FLIGHT ADVENTURE PARK


Associated tags: Environment, Entertainment, Family, Adventure park, Amusement park, IATP

Locations: SPRINGFIELD, NEW YORK, CANADA, RONKONKOMA, UNITED STATES, FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, SANDHILL

FLIGHT Officially Re-Launches Sandhill and Jacksonville Locations with Transformative Renovations and Innovative Themes

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

SANDHILL, S.C. and JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FLIGHT, the multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across the United States and Canada, has officially announced the re-launch of its Sandhill and Jacksonville locations, showcasing newly retrofitted attractions that embody themes of space travel and aviation. Both locations are among a few of the first Flight Adventure Parks to receive a complete overhaul and retrofitted design, following the successful re-launches of FLIGHT's Ronkonkoma and Springfield locations.

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  • SANDHILL, S.C. and JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FLIGHT , the multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across the United States and Canada, has officially announced the re-launch of its Sandhill and Jacksonville locations, showcasing newly retrofitted attractions that embody themes of space travel and aviation.
  • Both locations are among a few of the first Flight Adventure Parks to receive a complete overhaul and retrofitted design, following the successful re-launches of FLIGHT's Ronkonkoma and Springfield locations.
  • Flight Adventure Park has become a staple destination within the Sandhill and Jacksonville communities, providing family-friendly fun to patrons year-round.
  • "The re-launch of our Sandhill and Jacksonville locations marks a pivotal milestone for our parks," said Steven L. Yeffa, CEO of FLIGHT.

FLIGHT Re-Launches Ronkonkoma Location with Reimagined Aviation and Space Theme

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

RONKONKOMA, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FLIGHT, the multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across the United States and Canada, has officially announced the re-launch of its 26,000 sq. ft. park located in Ronkonkoma, complete with newly renovated attractions that encompass themes of aviation and space. The relaunch of the Ronkonkoma park marks the second FLIGHT location to receive a complete overhaul and retrofitted design, following the successful reopening of the Springfield venue last August.

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  • ft. park located in Ronkonkoma, complete with newly renovated attractions that encompass themes of aviation and space.
  • The relaunch of the Ronkonkoma park marks the second FLIGHT location to receive a complete overhaul and retrofitted design, following the successful reopening of the Springfield venue last August.
  • The Ronkonkoma location completed an extensive transformation which includes the construction of revamped attractions inspired by human flight across air and space.
  • Flight Adventure Park has become an integral part of the Ronkonkoma community, providing family-friendly adventure and fun year-round.

Flight Adventure Park Announces Richard Cook as New President and Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

STERLING, Va., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flight Adventure Park , a multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across North America, has announced the hiring of Richard Cook as its new President and Chief Operating Officer.

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  • STERLING, Va., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flight Adventure Park , a multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across North America, has announced the hiring of Richard Cook as its new President and Chief Operating Officer.
  • Steven L. Yeffa, CEO of Flight Adventure Park and Chairman of the International Adventure and Trampoline Parks Association (IATP), expressed his excitement for Cook's addition.
  • Cook previously served in senior executive roles at CircusTrix (SkyZone, Defy, Rockin' Jump) as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Administrative Officer.
  • "I am excited to join the team at Flight Adventure Park," said Richard Cook.

Flight Adventure Park VP Kathryn Berkhimer Appointed to Clemson University's Department of Marketing Advisory Board

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

STERLING, Va., Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flight Adventure Park, a multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across North America, is proud to announce that Vice President of Marketing Kathryn Berkhimer has been appointed to the Advisory Board of the Marketing Department in the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business at Clemson University.

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  • STERLING, Va., Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flight Adventure Park , a multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across North America, is proud to announce that Vice President of Marketing Kathryn Berkhimer has been appointed to the Advisory Board of the Marketing Department in the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business at Clemson University.
  • Berkhimer joins 20 other board members who advise, counsel, and assist the Chair of the Department of Marketing in maintaining and improving the department's programs.
  • "I am honored to have been appointed to the Advisory Board of Clemson University's Marketing Department," said Kathryn Berkhimer, Vice President of Marketing for Flight Adventure Park.
  • Flight Adventure Park has eight FLIGHT locations across the United States, providing year-round entertainment for parties, events, and everyday play.

FLIGHT UNVEILS NEW AVIATION-THEME ACROSS ALL LOCATIONS

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

STERLING, Va., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FLIGHT, a multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across the United States and Canada, celebrated the opening of its newly retrofitted, 26,000 sq ft park located in Springfield, Virginia last Friday on August 26th, 2022. At the grand opening event, FLIGHT was joined by Delegate Vivian Watts (D-39th), as well as famed aviators Captain Hoot Gibson, a former five-time NASA Astronaut and TOPGUN graduate, and Captain Tammie Jo Shults, the renowned hero of Southwest flight 1380 and one of the first females to fly the FA18 Strike Fighter. Captain Tammie Jo Shults and Hoot Gibson are also members of the Flight Adventure Park Advisory Council. The Springfield location is the first FLIGHT park to receive a complete overhaul, which includes the construction of new attractions and experiences inspired by human flight across air and space.

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  • Captain Tammie Jo Shults and Hoot Gibson are also members of the Flight Adventure Park Advisory Council.
  • The Springfield location is the first FLIGHT park to receive a complete overhaul, which includes the construction of new attractions and experiences inspired by human flight across air and space.
  • Flight Adventure Park has eight FLIGHT locations across the United States, providing year-round entertainment for parties, events, and everyday play.
  • The company also owns and operates five FLIGHT locations in Canada branded as iSaute.

International Adventure and Trampoline Parks Association (IATP) Elects Flight Adventure Park CEO Steven Yeffa as Chairman of the Board

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

STERLING, Va., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flight Adventure Park, a multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across North America, is proud to announce that CEO Steven L. Yeffa has been named Chairman of the Board for the International Adventure and Trampoline Parks Association (IATP). Yeffa previously held the position of Vice Chair of the IATP since the fall of 2020. The IATP is dedicated to serving the interests of its membership primarily consisting of adventure and trampoline park facilities as well as the providers that serve them.

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  • STERLING, Va., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flight Adventure Park, a multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across North America, is proud to announce that CEO Steven L. Yeffa has been named Chairman of the Board for the International Adventure and Trampoline Parks Association (IATP).
  • His vision and leadership is exactly what the IATP needs to continue driving the indoor adventure and trampoline park industry forward," said Bethany Evans, Executive Vice President of the IATP.
  • "It's a tremendous honor to be elected as Chairman of the IATP," said Steven L. Yeffa, CEO of Flight Adventure Park.
  • Flight Adventure Park has eight flight locations across the United States, providing year-round entertainment for parties, events, and everyday sports.

Flight Adventure Park Giving Healthcare Heroes Opportunity to "Fly" During Nurses Week

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

STERLING, Va., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flight Adventure Park, a multi-experience family entertainment venue with eight FLIGHT locations across the United States, is hosting a night to remember for healthcare workers during May's Hospital Week/Nurses Appreciation Week. While not all superheroes wear capes, all healthcare heroes can take "flight" -- for free -- at FLIGHT Parks across the country during their Healthcare Appreciation Night on May 9th!

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  • STERLING, Va., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flight Adventure Park, a multi-experience family entertainment venue with eight FLIGHT locations across the United States, is hosting a night to remember for healthcare workers during May's Hospital Week/Nurses Appreciation Week.
  • While not all superheroes wear capes, all healthcare heroes can take "flight" -- for free -- at FLIGHT Parks across the country during their Healthcare Appreciation Night on May 9th!
  • "We cannot thank all of our healthcare professionals enough for the sacrifices they've made over the last two years," says Kathryn Berkhimer, Vice President of Marketing for Flight Adventure Park.
  • Flight Adventure Park has eight FLIGHT locations across the United States, providing year-round entertainment for parties, events, and everyday play.

Flight Adventure Park Raises Thousands for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

"As a two-time cancer survivor, this cause is very close to my heart," said Steven Yeffa, CEO at Flight Adventure Park.

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  • "As a two-time cancer survivor, this cause is very close to my heart," said Steven Yeffa, CEO at Flight Adventure Park.
  • Featuring trampolines, ninja warrior courses, dodgeball, climbing structures, virtual reality games and more, Flight Adventure Park is the most comprehensive entertainment venue that caters to all types of audiences.
  • Flight Adventure Park strives to make every visit a once in a lifetime experience, combining adventure, fitness, fun, and interactive learning to nurture an environment where Guests can explore new heights.
  • Flight Adventure Park has 8 locations across the United States, providing year-round entertainment for parties, events, and everyday play.

Flight Adventure Park Survives the Shutdown and is Now Thriving

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Flight Adventure Park announced for the first time in over 15 months, all 13 locations are now open for business.

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  • Flight Adventure Park announced for the first time in over 15 months, all 13 locations are now open for business.
  • "It was a tough road, and one that we really had no prior experience in terms of how to navigate," says Steve Yeffa CEO of Flight Adventure Park.
  • Despite all the obstacles and challenges that Flight faced during the shutdown, they also saw opportunities for growth and self-reflection.
  • Flight Adventure Park was founded in 2016, has 13 parks open and operating in six states and Canada.