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Live the life of an aviator aboard the USS Midway. Launch off the flight deck, engage the enemy and then return safely. The USS Midway Museum features three types of optional flight simulators for all ages

Strike Fighter 360

Two people enter the state-of-the-art simulator for a pulse-pounding aerial combat ride where you control all the action. Strike Fighter 360 pilots can roll,somersault, spin and loop as they fly missions. The cost is $8 per person (double occupancy) or $16 for a single rider. No reservations required, flights are on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Mach Combat

Simulators include double-seat simulators (pilot and co-pilot), and single seat simulators. They are the actual military trainers used by aviators during the Vietnam War era to train new pilots. Mach Combat software provides a level of realism that will appeal to aviation enthusiasts of all kinds. The cockpits consist of 3 F-4 Phantoms and 1 F-8 Crusader. Each flight can take up to 40 minutes, which includes an approximate ten minute pre-flight brief, and then thirty minutes of flight time. During the flight time pilots will be engaged in basic aircraft maneuvering, dogfighting, and an occasional navigational exercise. This usually lasts about twenty minutes, before the ground controller will call the pilot and he/she will be instructed to complete multiple touch and go landings, and if the pilot is qualified, will do a final simulated landing aboard an aircraft carrier. Flights range from $25 to $30 dollars for one or two people respectively. More gift certificate info here. For rates and reservation information, call Mach Combat at (619) 398-8277.

Flight Avionics

Naval Combat Mission is a group motion simulator for up to 12 guests at a time, featuring a daring mission in Operation Desert Storm. Imagine the pressure-filled launch off the flight deck in an F18 Hornet, weaving through canyons to avoid enemy radar, racing toward your objective, engaging in air-to-air combat, and evading enemy missiles. Do you have what it takes to make it back aboard? Features authentic pilot conversations recorded during Operation Desert Storm. The cost is $6 per person. For rates and reservation information, call Flight Avionics at (619) 398-8266. VISA and Mastercard accepted.