FAQ

No, you do not need to be a licensed pilot to join. Although most members are pilots, others are learning to fly or simply have an interest in learning at a leisurely pace, while enjoying time around the airport experiencing aviation with a group of like-minded individuals. A minimum of "student" pilot status is required. Members must be 13 years of age or older. VX Sims members who are student pilots are planning to take flight lessons in a real aircraft in the future. VX Sims can arrange your flight lessons in the real aircraft which matches the VX1C!

No - simulator usage does not require a medical certificate. Whether or not you have a current medical or will ever get one, you may still use the sim and experience flight solo, with an instructor, or in "social" sessions with other members.

Please do! The simulator utilizes Pilot Edge, a service that enables communication between pilots of the VX1C and a world of fully replicated ATC simulation, complete with other pilots conducting their flight training as "traffic" that you will see and hear. Access fully qualified ATC on the actual frequencies entered into our replica G1000. It is simulated in real time as you fly. See traffic, hear and talk to human ATC. It's an unparalleled way to hone your skills in a very forgiving environment!

No - It's totally up to your schedule. It could be just a couple hours a month at the club or many more. You'll be able to schedule the minimum amount of monthly hours included with your plan, plus add additional hours to extend your sessions, as available. In addition, you can jump into "social" sessions that others may have booked, and attend the Club's monthly events.

Yes, changes to your membership type will take effect at the next billing cycle.

Yes! There are two ways to enjoy the VX1C under instruction. First, you can hire one of our Sim Mentors. This is a cost-effective way to learn more about general flight maneuvers, the G1000 glass cockpit, aircraft systems, checklists, instrument procedures and ATC. Our mentors are real pilots who have instrument and often commercial ratings. Mentors are available for $29 per hour.

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Alternately - bring your own FAA certified instructor! We can also refer you to one. 

All instructors are required to take an orientation class and test flight so they are properly trained on the facility and the Instructor Operating Station of the VX1C. Just have them give us a call. 

Aviator and Captain Plus members:  Mon 8-4, Tues 8-7, Wed 8-4, Thurs 8-7, Fri/Sat/Sun 8-4

All Chief Pilot members: 24/7

Published hours allow availability of an engineer, scheduled maintenance and special events.

If you would like a demo flight or special time slot, just let us know!

Food is not allowed in the simulator or instructor station area.

Snacks and bev may be placed on the high top table.

There are other areas in the FBO where you may enjoy a meal.

We love pets however they are not allowed in the facility.

The VX1C is pursuing FAA Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) certification. Certification allows licensed pilots and student pilots under the supervision of an instructor to log limited flight time as allowed by the FAA in this area. Today's pilots blow these numbers away - spending many more hours in the ultra realistic VX Simulator; mastering aircraft systems and developing muscle memory. You'll enjoy visually spectacular VFR and IFR flights nationwide, with the amazing option to sharpen live ATC communication skills through our partnership with Pilot Edge!