Flight of Passage - banshee

This Open Edition pin, released at Walt Disney World on April 27, 2017, celebrates the thrilling Avatar Flight of Passage attraction within Pandora: The World of Avatar at Disney's Animal Kingdom. The pin prominently features a stylized Ikran, also known as a Banshee, in flight, with the words "FLIGHT OF PASSAGE" emblazoned across its wings. In the world of James Cameron's *Avatar*, first released in December 2009, Ikran are powerful, winged creatures native to Pandora that form a lifelong, crucial bond with Na'vi hunters during a rite of passage. The attraction, which officially opened on May 27, 2017, allows guests to experience the sensation of flying on the back of one of these magnificent creatures through the Valley of Mo'ara. This pin serves as a tangible memento of that immersive 3D flying simulator experience, which is renowned for its groundbreaking visual effects and the visceral sensation of flight. As part of the broader Pandora: The World of Avatar collection, this pin is highly sought after by collectors who appreciate its direct connection to one of Walt Disney World's most popular and technologically advanced attractions, capturing the essence of the Na'vi's bond with their Ikran.