Testimonials

What a fantastic Experience Well what can I say - wonderful experience flying the Vulcan Bomber with Virtual Aerospace (Stockport). From the moment we took off from Doncaster - flew and did a rolling landing in Manchester before heading to Mach Loop before ending with a run on Stanley Airport (had to do a Black Buck) it was so realistic. The instructor was brilliant and 60 mins isn't long enough! Highly Recommended - 22/08/22 

An unforgettable experience! WOW. What an experience! Always loved flying as a passenger and had dreams of becoming a pilot like lots of others but never got so far as to sit in that cockpit. Until yesterday! Couldn’t get over how realistic the environment and instrument panel was - even the different sounds from the “engine” which blew my mind. Mak was my instructor and he was brilliant - so informative and patient, guiding me through an incredible “flight” from London to Dalaman. He was also so full of praise for my performance which is a real buzz to hear from a real life pilot!I’d advise anyone to book this experience - for those who have always fancied themselves as being captain of the skies, or just something a little bit different if you haven’t!EXCELLENT! 5 Stars ⭐️ ✈️ - 21/08/22 

Amazing experience I have always wanted to be a Pilot from a very young age - and this was absolutely the best next thing (without the years of hard work, training, delays and everting else pilots have to endure!).The simulator experience was amazing - it all felt so real, and every interaction with the controls resulted in the plane responding in a way that felt entirely realistic.Tim was my instructor for the day - a man of considerable knowledge and experience who explained how the plane worked in great detail (perfect for an aviation enthusiast) and who made the whole experience great fun. It was easy to believe you were actually sat in the cockpit of a real 737 at timesCertainly as close as I will ever get to the real cockpit of a 737 and an absolute blast - highly recommended - 14/08/22 

737 flight experience This was a 90th birthday flight experience for my Dad. He had an amazing time and our family were able to sit in ( one in the jump seat behind him and 3 in the mock passenger seats). Keith was an excellent patient instructor delivering clear instructions for Dad to fly a 737 (take off and landing) several times until he improved. An extremely realistic experience which we all thoroughly enjoyed. Would highly recommend. - 07/08/22 

Most amazing experience AMAZING!! Never having flown a plane but have always wanted too, this was an incredible experience. Mak had me feeling like a pro! One of the first questions he asked me was "do you work out" ..... no ..... well you are going to feel it. The 737-800 is not fly by wire which I knew but never knew just how much it takes to keep her flying true!! I will definitely do it again and my husband wants to try it too. Thanks Mak!! - 06/08/22 

Great experience I went on the 1/8 and had a fantastic experience. Mak who helped me during the session was fantastic. Full of praise and really patient. Would definitely recommend going - 06/08/22 

1000% recommend! An awesome experience! Took my plane obsessed son who was nervous, but absolutely loved every minute . Mak was an excellent instructor and out him at ease. So informative and life like. I honestly felt as if I'd been on a flight! Can't wait to do it again. - 05/08/22 

Best hour ever. An amazing experience. Mak is a great instructor and very patient. Worth every penny. Would reccomend. - 05/08/22 

Great experience Fantastic experience for my 18 year old son. Mak the pilot was so friendly, informative and made the experience, allowing my son to experience different adventures. Mak included all the family which we weren’t expecting which was fantastic! - 02/08/22 

All Time High!!! Nigel took my son and I on 90 minutes of sheer pleasure. Nigel is extremely knowledgeable and a perfect host. We had a brilliant time and enjoyed Nigel’s pearls of wisdom and we really enjoyed every second. This experience is highly recommended for anyone who is an experienced aviator or someone whom is a novice. Nigel’s knowledge and experience can accommodate any level of experience. - 02/08/22 

First Class experience My wife treated me to a two hour experience and I have to say it was fantastic. Mak an qualified pilot was excellent talking me through the whole process and planning two trips that have fond memories to Gibraltar and Kos. Mak is a credit to you and makes the experience really enjoyable. His calm and patient manner taking you through the whole take off, flight and landing and explaining in detail what to do and look out for. The two hours flew past! I would have no hesitation in recommending this trip and Mak in particular. - 16/07/22 

Highly recommended present from family members. With no previous flying experience other than as a passenger, last week spent a most enjoyable hour or so 'piloting' a 737-800 under the professional guidance and very patient instructor Mak Manoceri. Visited LHR, Marseille and HK old airport....! - 15/07/22 

Top class Wanted to do this for as long as I can remember and it was amazing and the pilot was fantastic and such an amazing guy - 14/07/22 

Mak was a star! 60 minute fixed-base flight simulator experience - We bought this for my Dad as a 60th birthday present, he is a massive plane enthusiast and this was right up his street! Mak the instructor was patient, encouraging and very knowledgeable about his craft and it was an exhilarating experience - and I only sat and watched!Thank you Mak for making our ‘flight’ so special, we will remember it for years to come, and no doubt we’ll return one day! - 10/07/22 

Flying, take offs and landings in a Boeing 737 800 Wow. What an incredible experience. Captain Mac was such a good instructor and the whole simulator was so realistic down to the last detail. Almost from the beginning I was totally immersed in the whole experience. The cockpit looked and felt so lifelike I thought I was really flying toward Heathrow and landing on Runway 27L. If you ever thought you would love to know what it would be like to fly a commercial aircraft you have simply got to give this a go. - 10/07/22 

Brilliant Another Covid delayed experience. - Thanks to Kent Em-Jen for the Red Removal Tag - The 10 minute wait was worth it!!!The 737-800 flight simulator with the very patient Nigel. I can guarantee a full mind and body workout as the 120 minute session became more interesting with each take off and landing experience. (Just wish this experience was around 30 years ago - would have changed my career path!!)I was buzzing all the way back to Kent and a well deserved pint of Abbot. (I hope Nigel enjoyed his wine.)Best belated birthday present from the family yet!! - 07/07/22 

Great experience The total experience was excellent , although it was quite difficult to secure a date for the “ flight “ the customer service team were very helpful in getting the “ flight “ booked . Elaine at admin was excellent in answering a couple of queries that I had and Keith the instructor was really clear , concise with his explanations and instruction . I had an hours “ flight “ which was brilliant and the nice touch was my grandson was able to take the jump seat . Had my grandson wanted a go I could have split my time with him , fortunately for me he declined the offer !The simulator is a full size cockpit so you really get the feel for flying . Thank you to Virtual Aerospace for a great experience - 06/07/22 

A First Class experience with Nigel My partner has always wanted to learn to fly (inspired by his brother-in-law) so this seemed like a perfect birthday gift to organise for him.

I stumbled across Virtual Aerospace on Facebook, after searching for simulator experiences and what a lucky find that was!

I had lots of questions and the customer service team were so helpful and patient!

After consultation with their team I purchase the 120-minute experience with First Class upgrade. I loved how the gift packaging looked like a plane ticket!

Due to COVID, it was a while before we were able to factor booking in the slot but went on the 1st July 2022.

We were 10 minutes late (my fault for trusting Sat Nav and not viewing/printing the find us instructions*) but our Pilot, Nigel, was incredibly kind. He did warn us that the experience might have to be cut short; which we completely understood.

The experience with Nigel surpassed expectations. He was warm, funny, professional and explained things so clearly; even though the array of cockpit controls was mind-blowing. I also got to experience the session, from the Jump Seat.

Nigel fulfilled the whole 120-minutes and gave my partner the most amazing experience, flying to a variety of destinations in a variety of weather! I couldn’t rate Nigel or the experience highly enough.

The First Class package was a must; for allowing the memories to continue and for giving my partner something to share and talk about with his brother-in-law.

Thank you, Virtual Aerospace, for such a marvellous experience! My partner was bouncing around like Tigger afterwards, even though (during the experience) he was the quietest I have EVER seen him!

* Hangar 4 is labelled Jet Space and is very close to Hangar 7, not the Brighton (Shoreham) Airport car park, as shown on my Sat Nav!! - 02/07/22 

Virtual flights. I had the most excellent time flying a 737 simulator with Virtual Aerospace. My captain was Mak and he was so informative, friendly and helped to make my experience thoroughly enjoyable. I was asked where I would like to fly and I chose Gatwick take off and landing and landing in Madeira. Fabulous. I cant thank VA enough and also many thanks to Mak. - 28/06/22 

Fantastic flight simulator so real What an amazing experience Nigel my instructor was brilliant I LOVED the whole 3 hours I spent there and did not want it to finish. It was so interesting and fun and by the end of the session I really felt liked I had learnt a lot and improved. Five stars all round and would definitely recommend and do this again - 22/06/22 

Flying display at Gatwick I had a wonderful time. The session started with fascinating chat with my instructor Mak. I'd spent many years in aviation but now retired. I miss the conversations with others with a love of commercial aviation. Mak was truly wonderful to talk to, sharing my passion for flying the big jets. I almost forgot I'd come down to have a go in the simulator.
I'd kept an open mind about what the simulator would be like. I thought it would be one built from the parts you can get on the internet and self assemble. Not a problem but.......NO! Having sat in the front of a real 737-800, this was just the same. A proper fixed based simulator. I was hooked! No more sitting by myself in the man cave at home with Microsoft FlightSim on the PC. I was suddenly in the 'real-world' next to a real commercial pilot. This was very different to fly. Mak had determined my knowledge and experience of the 737 and pitched the 60 minutes perfectly. Multiple take-offs, a touch and go, all at an airport I was VERY familiar with. Why hadn't I done this before?
I got a bit extra too, a taxi in and shutdown. I just wished I could taxi it, that was difficult!
I'm pondering going for my instructor rating! Seriously! - 22/06/22 

Experience what it's like to be an airline pilot If you've ever wondered what really goes on in the flight deck of your airliner, this is the experience for you. It's a fantastic simulator allowing you to take off and land at the airport(s) of your choice. Mak is a great instructor who tailors the session to you. The experience seems really authentic except if you mess it up, no-one gets hurt! - 20/06/22 

Simulator Saturday!! A great experience all round today! Patrick made the whole process very comfortable with his patience and expertise, and looked to build confidence at every stage. A fascinating insight that I would recommend to anyone....I have no doubt we will do this again! - 18/06/22 

A wonderful and worthy experience A fantastic experience, brilliantly managed and tailored. Would highly recommend for just about anyone as the technical elements can be moderated to suit any level. My instructor, Mac, was brilliant and made the whole experience relaxed and thoroughly enjoyable, despite a crash landing and my lack of experience or ability. You can choose your airport(s) and the simulation is extremely realistic. I did not mind being in the non-hydraulic simulator, it was quite intense enough without being thrown about too! Loved it - 14/06/22 

Fantastic simulator experience with Mak! Awesome flying experience with Mak, great instructor, very friendly, informative and helped me feel relaxed and enjoy my flying session! Highly recommended! - 13/06/22 

Piloting a B737 A fantastic experience, very life like, Patrick, my instructor, was very informative, would recommend this as its probably as close to the real thing as possible - 11/06/22 

Fly anywhere in the world A brilliant experience, recommend to all non pilotsHoward my instructor was fantastic ,making all the tuition and flights a really memorable occasion Travel anywhere in the world , in real time - 09/06/22 

Fantastic Birthday Gift I was given a birthday gift for the virtual flight experience, 60min and it did not fail to disappoint. Richard was an absolutely fantastic instructor and made the experience really enjoyable. There was a lot to take in and I learnt alot about what happens behind the scenes along with how much skill level is required in flying a plane. The only thing I could suggest to make it even more exhilarating is for the instructor to add no intervention. After 2 or 3 landing attempts you get a chance to land totally by yourself with no slight adjustments from the instructor or telling you what to do would be really good. Even if you don't land successfully it's all part of the fun and experience.Overall it's an awesome experience and I would highly recommend it to anyone. - 02/06/22 

The BEST fun for all ages ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My granddaughter, 14 and my grandson, 10 both had the best time ever. Mak, the pilot/instructor made them feel really special, but not at all condescending. He explained what they needed to do and they both did really well. My granddaughter flew to Paris and my grandson opted to land in Hong Kong - the old, really scarey airport. I cannot thank Mak enough for making this such a wonderful experience. - 30/05/22 

Awesome experience! Had a flight simulator experience with Gary which was very professionally delivered, fun and he was very engaging with myself and my family who came along to watch. Would definitely recommend, great set up and great experience all round, 10/10! - 28/05/22