# Event Details - **Event Name**: Aviation Explorer Workshop: Simulator & Discover Aviation Careers - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am - **Event Description**: A unique STEM experience combining flight simulation, aviation careers and hands-on learning for young people.About this EventMission FD2050: Aviation Explorer Workshop — Simulator & Discover Aviation CareersExperience Aviation. Discover Careers. Plan Your Future.Join us at The Immersive Hub in Wigan for an interactive aviation careers workshop designed to inspire young people, families and anyone curious about opportunities across the aviation industry.Tickets are available for a nominal charge of £12 per person. This includes the complete careers workshop, an Aviation Explorer Certificate and at least 10 minutes of hands-on simulator time for every participant.Charging a small fee helps us protect the limited places available and continue providing a high-quality, engaging experience.Led by Ken Eckersall, Department for Transport Aviation Ambassador, Mission FD2050 combines aviation career exploration, immersive technology, flight simulation, practical challenges and real-world discussion.Ken brings together experience from aviation, education and entrepreneurship to help participants understand the wide range of careers available across the sector—and the different routes into them.The Department for Transport’s Aviation Ambassador programme focuses on raising awareness of aviation careers, widening participation and helping people understand the pathways available across the industry.What You’ll ExploreDuring Mission FD2050, participants will:✈ Discover careers across airlines, airports, engineering, cabin crew, flight operations, air traffic control, cybersecurity, technology and emerging aviation✈ Learn about apprenticeships, college courses, university programmes and alternative routes into the sector✈ Take part in aviation-themed team challenges and problem-solving activities✈ Discover how flight simulation and immersive technology support learning, training and career exploration✈ Experience demonstrations of the Boeing 737 dual-cockpit simulator, Top Gun F-14 simulator and Apple Vision Pro aviation technology✈ Receive at least 10 minutes of hands-on simulator time✈ Ask questions and discuss realistic next steps towards an aviation career✈ Receive an Aviation Explorer Certificate after completing the workshopYour £12 Ticket Includes✅ Admission to the complete Mission FD2050 aviation careers workshop✅ Aviation career guidance and pathway information✅ Practical challenges and interactive activities✅ Immersive aviation technology demonstrations✅ A minimum of 10 minutes of hands-on simulator time✅ An Aviation Explorer CertificatePlaces are limited, so advance booking is essential.Optional Experiences After the WorkshopParticipants who would like a longer hands-on experience can purchase additional discounted FlightDeck PC sessions after the workshop, subject to availability.Optional experiences include:? F1 Simulator Experience — 10% participant discount✈ Boeing 737 Dual-Cockpit Experience — 10% participant discount✈ Top Gun F-14 Challenge — 10% participant discount? Apple Vision Pro immersive aviation experienceThere is no obligation to purchase an additional experience.Who Is It For?The workshop is particularly suitable for young people aged 11–18 who are interested in:Aviation and flyingEngineering and technologyAirports and airlinesTravel and tourismSTEM subjectsApprenticeships and future careersParents, carers and careers advisers are also welcome to attend.No previous aviation knowledge or experience is required.Event DetailsDuration: Approximately one hourTicket price: £12 per personIncluded simulator time: At least 10 minutes per participantLocation: The Immersive Hub, Wigan, WN6 7NRCapacity: Limited places—advance booking requiredAdditional simulator experiences: Available to purchase after the workshop, subject to availabilityParticipants under 16 must attend with, or have the consent of, a responsible adult.About Mission FD2050Mission FD2050 helps young people discover the breadth of careers available across aviation and understand how they can become part of the industry’s future.Through practical activities, career guidance, simulation and immersive technology, the mission aims to turn curiosity into confidence—and confidence into achievable next steps.About Ken EckersallKen Eckersall is a Department for Transport Aviation Ambassador covering the North West region.He began his aviation career as a crewing officer and senior cabin crew member before moving into education, where he progressed to Deputy Head of School within Further Education.Through The Immersive Hub and FlightDeck PC, Ken now uses simulation, immersive technology and practical learning to help young people explore aviation careers, develop confidence and understand the pathways available to them.About The Immersive HubThe Immersive Hub brings together immersive technology, simulation, education and community engagement to inspire curiosity, develop skills and create future opportunities.Through experiences including FlightDeck PC, Apple Vision Pro, digital technology and practical workshops, participants can explore industries in ways that traditional classroom learning cannot always provide.Experience • Inspire • ProgressWhere immersive experiences spark curiosity, curiosity builds skills, and skills create futures. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/d289b870-94f7-11f1-8024-43018c8ac4af-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/d2c82100-94f7-11f1-8024-43018c8ac4af-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/d2d9fb50-94f7-11f1-8024-43018c8ac4af-rimg-w555-h740-dc98a8a8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wigan/aviation-explorer-workshop-simulator-and-discover-aviation-careers/100001996219513301 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Business, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_18_with_guardian - door_time: 2026-08-15T08:40:00Z - Duration: 1 hour - Location: The Immersive Hub powered by KenEck Ltd - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 13.7, max: 22.38, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Wigan - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Immersive Hub powered by KenEck Ltd - **lat**: 53.55385829999999 - **long**: -2.6560937 - **full address**: The Immersive Hub powered by KenEck Ltd, 263 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Aviation Explorer Workshop: Simulator & Discover Aviation Careers - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d7db6b50aca50600e9df78ea5bac8029fb072a1365defa2a12387fda1bda8c6e-rimg-w1200-h675-dce8e8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1785746996 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Aviation Explorer Workshop: Simulator & Discover Aviation Careers being held? - **A:** Aviation Explorer Workshop: Simulator & Discover Aviation Careers takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am at The Immersive Hub powered by KenEck Ltd, 263 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Aviation Explorer Workshop: Simulator & Discover Aviation Careers? - **A:** Aviation Explorer Workshop: Simulator & Discover Aviation Careers is organized by The Immersive Hub. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Aviation Explorer Workshop: Simulator & Discover Aviation Careers is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wigan, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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