Light Aircraft Flight Simulator Sydney

You will have the best general aviation light aircraft flight simulator experience at Flight Rush in Sydney in our full cockpit high-definition wide screen visuals simulator with an instructor guiding your through your simulator flight experience.

Most operators have simulators for teaching pilots flight procedures and to fly on instruments in cloud, and they don’t need external visuals for that. Our light aircraft flight simulator has 220-degree visuals which means we can use it for visual flights and why we make this simulator available to have a student pilot 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 instructors are real pilots who will guide you through every aspect of the flight, tailoring the experience to your skill level. It is important to listen to and follow instructions, and be smooth with the controls.

Our simulator has USA FAA approval and is used by some pilots to keep current.

The cost of a light aircraft flight simulation experience in Sydney starts at $242 for 45 minutes in the simulator and with about a 30 minute pre-briefing either in a classroom or the simulator.

We also have our “Try The Lot” package flying 3 simulators all in the same session including the light aircraft simulator.

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).

Generally, the minimum age is 12 years old. 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.

On the day of your Sydney flight 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.

All persons participating and observing must wear enclosed shoes.

Note: There is no smoking in the building or grounds including outside.

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

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

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 F/A-18 fighter jet, Boeing 737-800, 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).

While our light aircraft simulator has USA FAA approval, it is only for advanced instrument flying and recency. We are going through the process to get Australian approval as well. However, the approval is unlikely to cover basic visual flying.

The simulator does provides an excellent introduction to flying and is similar to real aircraft experiences, and it does not directly count towards a pilot’s license. It’s a great way to see if you wish to pursue further training.

We run standard scenarios to fit session times as best we can. To get the most out of your student pilot experience we use Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith Airport/Mascot Airport) or Bankstown Airport. 

Yes, advanced returning pilots can often choose from a vast database of airports worldwide to make your flight truly unique.

Our student pilot sessions are structured to give you an overview of flying and procedures.

If you are a returning or advanced pilot, yes, your instructor can tailor the session to focus on specific maneuvers or scenarios you wish to practice, such as takeoffs, landings, or navigation.

Our Sydney light aircraft simulator is a fixed-base device, but the high-fidelity visuals, and sounds create an incredibly immersive and realistic sensation without motion.

We do have full motion flight simulators we use for advanced training through our Airline Training Solutions business and can take pilots of all levels into those full flight simulators.