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F/A-18 Fighter Jet Flight Simulator Sydney

Experience the Ultimate Fighter Jet Flight Experience in a Sydney Flight Simulator - Ages 12 to 112!

F/A-18 Super Hornet Fighter Jet Flight Simulator Sydney Australia

Have you ever dreamed of being a Top Gun in Sydney? At Flight Rush, our F/A-18 Super Hornet Fighter Jet Simulator offers the most authentic and exhilarating F-18 flight simulator Sydney experience available. Step into a meticulously recreated full cockpit, feel the power of afterburners, and roar through the virtual skies at incredible speeds, all without leaving the ground. This isn’t just a game; it’s a professional-grade military flight simulator Sydney with wide screen visuals designed to immerse you completely.

With over 10 years of experience delivering fast jet simulator experiences to both the Air Force supporting their aircrew recruiting, and the public through our other brand, Flight Rush provides an unparalleled air combat simulator Sydney adventure.

Ready to take flight? Book Now! Step into the ultimate Top Gun F18 fighter jet adventure in our stunning professional flight simulators in Sydney! Remember the Flight Rush.

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Customer Testimonials

Below are just a handful of ecstatic “simulator pilots” who have enjoyed the thrills & spills of flying at our premises!

If you have “a need for speed” – you’re at the right place!!  

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My F18 flight experience was so much fun, but it was also educational. With Paul’s professional instruction and guidance my F18 experience was as close to an actual live flight as I could imagine. Anyone can do it with the great instructors at Flight Rush and Air Combat Centre.

Michaela, Central Coast

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I used the light aircraft simulator (Beech Baron) to prepare for a flight test. It was realistic to the aircraft I was going to fly and I could also practice night flying. 

John, Sydney

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It is incredible. It’s difficult to fully describe how amazing it feels to step inside an airliner cockpit and not just see it and what happens, but actually take off and land the aircraft. There’s so much to do!

SA, Sydney

What to Expect From Your F/A-18 Super Hornet Sim Flight Experience

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Your F/A-18 Super Hornet simulator Sydney experience is tailored for maximum thrill and realism:

  • Pre-Flight Briefing: Your expert instructor, a real pilot, will guide you through the F/A-18 cockpit, explaining flight controls, switches, key systems, Head-Up-Display, and instruments.
  • Takeoff with Afterburners: Feel the incredible acceleration as you engage the powerful afterburners and launch from the runway.

  • High-Speed Maneuvers: Push the limits of flight at over 600 knots, either low level flight avoiding terrain and detection, or performing breathtaking aerobatics/BFM (Basic Fighter Maneuvres).

  • Air-to-Air Combat Missions: You’ll likely see F14, F15, F16, F18, F35 if you can get close enough, or fire a long range missile. Advanced returning pilots can engage in thrilling dogfights against virtual adversaries, testing your reflexes and tactical skills. It’s not as easy as you think!

  • Precision Landings: Master the art of landing this powerful jet, managing, speed, thrust, and attitude back on to the runway. Advanced returning pilots can try a carrier deck landing.

  • Expert Guidance: Throughout your session, your instructor will act as your wingman/Air Combat Officer/Weapons Systems Officer, providing real-time guidance and making sure you get the most out of every moment.

We have a simulator package to fly 3 different flight simulators including the F/A-18 for the ultimate experience in flight simulation. No-one else can offer this.

Features of Our F/A-18 Super Hornet Simulator

The Simulator

Our F-18 simulator Sydney is built for ultimate realism:

  • Authentic Cockpit: A full-size, highly detailed replica F/A-18 cockpit with functional panels, controls, systems, Head-Up-Display and switches, just like the real aircraft.

  • Stunning Visuals: Immerse yourself in high-definition, large screen wrap-around visuals that bring the skies and landscapes to life.

  • Realistic Controls: Experience the precise feel of the F/A-18’s fly-by-wire response to the joystick and throttle.

  • Dynamic Scenarios: Under the guidance of an instructor you’ll take off, get a feel for the simulator, be introduced to some BFM (Basic Fighter Maneuvres), have a grey-out demonstrated, then engage a target. Advanced and returning pilots can choose from a variety of missions, from combat patrols to challenging navigation flights.

  • Non-VR Immersion: Enjoy a truly physical and tactile experience without the need for virtual reality headsets.

Pricing & Booking Your F/A-18 Simulator Adventure

Simulator Pricing

Ready to become a Top Gun fighter pilot? Book your F/A-18 Super Hornet simulator experience Sydney today!

  • 30-Minute Session: From $198*.

  • 60-Minute Session: From $319* 

All experiences are for one person only, with a maximum of 2 observers for flight simulator sessions, and only 1 observer for the full flight helicopter simulator.

*Booking fees and credit card charges are additional.

Refer to full Terms and Conditions.

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Become a Top Gun in our Super Hornet Fighter Jet Flight Simulator.


This Top Gun fighter pilot simulator experience is as close as you’ll get to flying the real F/A-18F Super Hornet.

Feel the thrill of taking off with afterburners, flying at 600knots.

We are the leaders in delivering Fast Jet Simulator Experiences to the Air Force and the public for over 10 years.

Come and enjoy the exhilarating experience of flying the state of the art F/A-18 Super Hornet Fighter Jet. Our instructors have extensive experience, they will not only teach how to fly this very sophisticated aircraft but take you into a combat mission.

If you are looking for that Top Gun experience and are craving for that “need for speed” then look no further and book your flight now.

BRISBANE 

We have two Super Hornet Simulators in Brisbane. Book an extra session with a friend and enjoy this unique experience together. Book your flight simulator Brisbane experience. 

SYDNEY

One Super Hornet Simulator is available to fill your need for speed. Book your jet flight simulator Sydney experience.

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Fighter Pilot 60 minutes.

Become a Top Gun in our Super Hornet Fighter Jet Flight Simulator.

This Top Gun fighter pilot simulator experience is as close as you’ll get to flying the real F/A-18F Super Hornet.

Feel the thrill of taking off with afterburners, flying at 600knots.

We are the leaders in delivering Fast Jet Simulator Experiences to the Air Force and the public for over 10 years.

Come and enjoy the exhilarating experience of flying the state of the art F/A-18 Super Hornet Fighter Jet. Our instructors have extensive experience, they will not only teach how to fly this very sophisticated aircraft but take you into a combat mission.

If you are looking for that Top Gun experience and are craving for that “need for speed” then look no further and book your flight now.

BRISBANE 

We have two Super Hornet Simulators in Brisbane. Book an extra session with a friend and enjoy this unique experience together. Book your flight simulator Brisbane experience. 

SYDNEY

One Super Hornet Simulator is available to fill your need for speed. Book your jet flight simulator Sydney experience.

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Try The Lot! - F/A-18, & Airliner, & Light Aircraft

Don’t Choose – Do the Lot.

Can’t choose? Just try everything on the same day from the light aircraft, and one Airliner, and the Super Hornet flight simulators. The ultimate flight experience.

This package with give you the full range of simulators flying from trainer to military fast jet and an airliner.

The flights are all conducted on the same day, so strap in, hang on, and be prepared to indulge in aviation and leave with a smile on your dial.

If you want “fries with that”, we can add photos, a lunch with a pilot, or additional time on simulators at additional cost.

All experiences are for one person only, with a maximum of 2 observers for flight simulator sessions, and only 1 observer for the full flight helicopter simulator.

*Booking fees and credit card charges are additional.

Refer to full Terms and Conditions.

F/A-18 Super Hornet Fighter Jet Flight Simulator Sydney

Flight Rush

Sydney (Appointment Only)

Flight Simulation Centres, 

94 Meeks Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204

Postal Address:

PO Box 772, Marrickville NSW 1475

Phone:

0452 090 737

Sydney Opening Hours:

Monday Closed (open by appointment for groups/schools)

Tuesday 10 am–6 pm

Wednesday 10 am–6 pm

Thursday 10 am–9 pm

Friday 10 am–9 pm

Saturday 10 am–6 pm

Sunday 10 am–6 pm

Other times by appointment.

Location: Our Sydney flight simulators are open for public flights through Flight Rush Sydney in Marrickville as part of Flight Simulation Centres and easily accessible from the Sydney CBD and surrounding areas by car, bus, train, or metro. Flight Rush is about 12 minutes by train from Town Hall station.

Airport: If flying in to Sydney we are about 15 minutes by car or taxi from Sydney airport. There is a bus from the airport to Mascot station (either 420 Burwood to Mascot Station from Domestic and International Terminals, or 350 Sydney Domestic to Bondi Junction), then change to bus 358 (Randwick to Sydendam) near Qantas head office in Coward St Mascot to Sydenham station. FlightRush is about 10-15 minutes walk from there.

By Train or Metro: The closest rail and Metro station is Sydenham. FlightRush is about 10-15 minutes walk from there. Note: Marrickville station and line is currently closed for upgrades to the new Metro system.

By Bus: From the city catch bus 430 Martin Place to Sydenham; or 423 Martin Place to Kingsgrove; or 426 Martin Place to Dulwich Hill. Get off at the closest stop to Marrickville Road, and it’s about a 5 minute walk from there.

By Road: Flight Rush is located just off Marrickville Road at the Sydenham end, about 15 minutes drive from The Grounds of Alexandria. There is also a bike path past the building.

Parking: Car parking can be tricky during the week at times. There are limited parking spots available on Maude Street beside the building. Note: There are No Parking and timed parking on some streets so check street signs for 2 hour restrictions. 

Book Your Sydney F18 Flight Simulator Experience Today!

Located in the heart of Sydney, our flight simulators provide an unmatched aviation adventure.

Below are just a handful of ecstatic “simulator pilots” who have enjoyed the thrills & spills of flying at our premises!

If you have “a need for speed” – you’re at the right place!!  

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My F18 flight experience was so much fun, but it was also educational. With Paul’s professional instruction and guidance my F18 experience was as close to an actual live flight as I could imagine. Anyone can do it with the great instructors at Flight Rush and Air Combat Centre.

Michaela, Central Coast

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I used the light aircraft simulator (Beech Baron) to prepare for a flight test. It was realistic to the aircraft I was going to fly and I could also practice night flying. 

John, Sydney

Aircrew member flying plane from cockpit with dashboard command

It is incredible. It’s difficult to fully describe how amazing it feels to step inside an airliner cockpit and not just see it and what happens, but actually take off and land the aircraft. There’s so much to do!

SA, Sydney

Frequently Asked Questions (F/A-18 Super Hornet)

You will have the best F/A-18 flight simulator experience at Flight Rush in Sydney in our full cockpit wide screen visuals simulator with an instructor guiding your through your simulator flight experience.

Flight Rush have more flight simulators and flight experiences than anyone else in Australia. You have more choice in they types of simulators available, or can buy a gift card that can be redeemed against the value of any of our simulators, including any new ones we may add in the future. 

No prior flying experience is needed! Our expert instructors will guide you through every step, tailoring the experience to your skill level. It is important to listen to and follow instructions, and be smooth with the controls.

The cost of a F-18 flight simulation experience in Sydney depends on the length of the experience.

Pricing for the F-18 simulator starts at $198 for 30 minutes, and $319 for 60 minutes (plus briefing), through all the way to $561 for our “Try The Lot” flying a 3 simulators package all in the same session.

We have a package of 3 flight simulators to fly on the same day and session for the ultimate adrenaline fueled aviation experience.

Otherwise, you can book and be the pilot and fly any of our flight simulators. Minimum age of 12 applies, unless coordinated and approved (refer to Terms and Conditions).

Other flight simulators available are airliners (based on 737, Airbus A320/321), helicopters R22 and Sikorsky S76, and light aircraft simulators (Cessna, Piper, Beech, Mooney, Cirrus, Aero Commander with a variety of single and multi-engine options).

What to expect when you arrive at our Sydney flight simulator location.

We will post details on the front door relevant to the day. You may have a short wait while we complete the previous session. Seating is available in the courtyard at the front entrance. We will greet you as soon as we can.

We operate on a fairly tight schedule and stay as close to session start and finish times as we can. Please arrive on time to be ready to commence your simulator session at the scheduled time.

You will be in a unique simulation centre that is not available anywhere else in Australia (or maybe the world).

On the day of your Sydney simulator experience you should bring your booking, voucher or gift card details and provide them to the instructor.

Bring along one or two observers to watch your flight. Additional persons require prior approval and are subject to space available on the day.

Bring a camera, video, or your mobile phone to take photos and videos.

Bring a sense of adventure and a smile. And have fun!!

Yes, a maximum of 2 observers are allowed to watch your session due to space limitations. Prior approval must be obtained if you would like to bring more than 2 observers.

Generally, the minimum age is 12 years old. Some fitness and flexibility are required to climb in and out of the cockpit unassisted. Exceptions for children aged 9-12 can be made with prior discussion, and minimum height requirements to be able to see out of the cockpit while seated on raised cushions.

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