Questions, answered.

No, none at all! Most guests have never touched aircraft controls before their session, and the briefing covers everything you need before you fly. Of course, if you have some aviation knowledge, your pilot will adapt the briefing and the session to your level of experience.

That's of course completely expected, your pilot explains every switch and system you'll actually use before you touch the controls. You are here to have a good time!

Yes, every session starts with a familiarization block where you practice easy manoeuvres before the real flying begins.

Yes, the session adapts to your level, so pilots and sim enthusiasts get a faster pace and more advanced flying. Tell your pilot if you want to push yourself, and they'll build the session around that.

That's entirely up to you. Turbulence can be adjusted on the go, or switched off completely if you'd rather fly in calm conditions the whole time.

Yes, plenty of guests come in nervous about flying. Understanding what's actually happening in the cockpit during takeoff, turbulence and landing tends to take a lot of the mystery out of it.

Yes, you're welcome to film or photograph your own session. Professional footage of your flight is also available on request if you'd rather stay hands-on the whole time.

Yes, most Experiences can be booked with an Additional Pilot alongside you, and Challenge a Friend is built specifically for two. You'll both get real time in the seat.

Yes, you're hands on the controls for the entire session, landing included. Your pilot coaches you through it but won't take over unless you ask.

Yes, you can hand control back at any point. It's built so total beginners can fly the whole session without ever feeling stuck.

No, this is entertainment only, it doesn't count as flight training and won't contribute toward a licence of any kind. The simulators themselves are the same equipment airlines use to train and keep their pilots current, so you're flying the real thing, but none of our sessions qualify as flight training towards any official license or rating.