Residents at The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Take to the Skies in Delta Flight Simulator

Residents of The Mansions at Gwinnett Park recently enjoyed an extraordinary outing to Delta Air Lines’ world-class flight simulator, where they embraced the thrill of aviation and the excitement of trying something completely new.

The visit highlighted the community’s commitment to lifelong learning and exploration, values that inspire residents to continue “taking flight” through enriching experiences and meaningful opportunities to grow.

Among the participants were Pat Newby, 85, a retired superintendent of education and world traveler, and Jim Herman, 82, a former financial executive, educator, and author.

Newby, who has visited all seven continents and explored 132 countries, called the simulator a dream fulfilled. “Traveling has always been a priority,” she said. “I’ve often wondered what it’s like in the cockpit. This opportunity answered my lifelong question: What are the pilots doing up there?”

Herman, a North Carolina native and resident of The Mansions at Gwinnett Park, said the experience brought him back to his childhood fascination with flight. “As a young boy, I would look up at hawks soaring in the Carolina sky and wonder how they did it,” he said. “Sitting in that simulator brought that wonder back. It’s a thrill and a privilege.”

The Delta Air Lines simulator experience is part of The Mansions at Gwinnett Park’s broader programming, which focuses on enrichment, discovery, and creating unforgettable opportunities for residents to learn, grow, and explore the world in new ways.

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