FAA Certified Flight Simulator Training in NYC with Active Airline Pilots
Take your flight training to new heights in the heart of New York City with our FAA Certified Flight Simulator, where you will immerse yourself in the world of aviation and learn from certified aviation professionals who are also active airline pilots.

Meet Our Instructors
We believe in the power of real-world experience. Our expert instructors, who are also active airline pilots, bring their hands-on expertise to each and every lesson, providing you with the best possible flight training experience.
This approach is the key to success in flight training and we are dedicated to helping you reach pilot training goals.
We believe in the importance of personalized Flight Instruction!
Our experienced flight instructors and FAA-certified flight simulator offer a unique and valuable learning experience, combining the best of traditional resources such as ground school videos and online resources with the personalized attention you deserve.
With one-on-one guidance from our professionals, you can be confident that you are receiving the best possible education in your flight training journey. And, with the option of having a mentor guide you, either online or in-person, you can ensure that you are making the most of your time and resources.

What Pilots Have to Say about Aviator.nyc Training:
Julian helped me train and prepare for my Instrument Rating, which I passed on the first attempt. A lot of my preparation and success came from my training sessions with Julian.
...Julian helped me with everything from the basics of instrument training (attitude flying), to building flight plans, navigation, holds & hold entries, and of course many, many approaches.
I found that when I was in the plane, there were things that weren't clicking, and I'd take them to Julian to work through. The next time in the plane I had it all mastered and my flight instructor was really impressed.
Additionally, Julian walked me through multiple oral exam preparation sessions remotely over Zoom to help me identify and cover gaps in the knowledge.
Highly, highly recommend working with Julian for your training.
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Brian D,
Jan 14, 2023
I restarted flying in the Bay Area after a 30 year ...My wife and I landed up going to NYC for 2 weeks during which I contacted Julian/SimTech. I landed up doing my initial instrument currency training with him in the sim which worked out great! I did seven 3-hour sessions over 8 days during which Julian worked with me on a variety of instrument related procedures on the G1000 equipped sim.
Julian is an excellent instructor and he was very flexible on timings (including the weekends)... I felt very comfortable jumping into a 182 with my regular instructor and after 6 flights, he signed off my Instrument Proficiency Check!
The sim was awesome with the latest version of the G1000 (NXi). Julian keeps all the databases current which is very helpful too. Beyond that, once I got home, I was having some challenges with my X-Plane and Garmin PC Trainer setup and he was able to help me resolve the issues with both.
In addition to being an excellent instructor, Julian is very technically savvy from a perspective of teaching me to use a variety of different tools (both in the G1000 and outside) in instrument flying which is a big change from when I last flew IFR 30 years ago! All in all, a fantastic experience and I would recommend Julian and SimTech very highly
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Vas K.
October 07, 2021
Julian and Peter were an excellent help in preparing me for my interview for an airline.You think you have the knowledge to make it but then you realize that you are missing the details that make the differencewhen you sit face to face with a captain or first officer in an interview...Real life airline experience makes the difference when it comes to briefing an approach, briefing a Departure Procedure or CRM.One feels comfortable and prepared after a few sessions with them to pass your interview.
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Andres C.
September 25, 2021
I came for an instrument currency session and thought it was going to be a routine experience but Julian took it to the next level.
He provided insight into everything, big and small, and I walked out after three hours with another six months on my currency. More importantly, I left with a higher level of instrument proficiency that I didn’t imagine I would gain while using the sim.
As an airline pilot, Julian comes with knowledge that I wouldn’t get on my own. I’ll be going back for more than just instrument currency. This is the place to go if you are an NYC-based GA pilot looking to stay proficient/current while not having to go out to the airport!
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Doug W.
April 11, 2021
Julian is very accommodating in terms of schedule which allowed me to hit the sim as early as 6am in the morning before going to work. The simulator is set up right here in Manhattan allowing easy access.
Thanks to Julian and his simulator I was able to stay Instrument current, further advance my instrument flying skills and prepare for my CFII rating in a very short amount of time. (Max earned his CFI-I late September 2021)
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Max P.
August 08, 2021
...I decided to take my first step towards learning to fly.I wasn’t quite ready to get into a real airplane just yet. I knew there were concepts, procedures, and general aviation knowledge I could learn in a simulator, at my own pace, and for a fraction of the cost...
Things like radio communication, understanding flight controls, creating flight plans, learning how to use the g1000, interacting with ground or air traffic control — real deal concepts I can learn safely without being flustered in the air.
I rather spend time learning how to actually fly once I’m in a real plane, bringing all the general knowledge I’ve learned in the sim... It’s been a few months since my last sim lesson; covid is to blame for that. Now that businesses are opening and NYC has reached phase 4, I am eager to get back on schedule with training.
If all the right measures are taken (sanitizing equipment between lessons, speakers instead of headsets, fixed mic away from face, plexiglass between teacher and student) I would feel comfortable with getting back in the sim...
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Jordan S.
January 20, 2020
Simtech and Julian has given such great mentoring and nurtured a deep passion in my 15 year old for aviation and flying. Not only that, but has done it during this year of isolation and Covid.
My son really struggled with engagement during the shutdown, but Julian was there for him, kept up the pace and pretty much rescued the year!
It is a terrific program, my son has read these intense manuals, looks forward to the lessons and has turned into a guy with a mission. It's been such a gift and joy to have these guys be apart of our lives. Thanks!
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Amy L.
April 19, 2021
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Notes: Average student pilots use our services for 20 hours, pilots seeking an instrument rating use our services for 20 hours, pilots seeking a commercial pilot license use our services for 30 hours, and interview preparation usually takes around 10 hours.
We do not endorse flight schools, but we have created a blog with a map and videos about the flight schools our clients attended. https://www.aviator.nyc/best-flight-training-airport-from-nyc/
Nope. Our instructors are active airline pilots who work with Simtech on their days off. The best way to meet/chat with an instructor is to book a lesson or a free consultation.
Aviator.nyc is designed for people who love aviation and want to learn how to fly, as well as pilots who live and/or work in Manhattan.
Our clients range from kids who are just shy of starting their flight training to professional pilots getting ready to go to the airlines.
No flight experience is needed for your first lesson!
We are here to help you gain the experience and skills you need to make the most of your flight training.
If you are already a pilot, we can also go deeper into any subjects we cover with the simulator.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has certified our simulator for flight training usage.
The FAA issues a Letter Of Agreement to the manufacture of out simulator, in this case, Precision Flight Controls.
Here are the LOAs of our simulator that applies to our members:
A variety of airplanes! Because our simulator is for flight training, it only emulates the following models:
Single Engine
Cessna 172R, 172S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H, All NXi
Beechcraft Bonanza G36 NXi
Piper Archer, Matrix and Mirage
Cessna Corvails
Diamond DA40
Single Engine Turboprop
Quest Kodiak 100
Cessna Caravan 208B NXi
Piper PA-46 Meridian (Coming Soon)
Socata TBM850 (Coming Soon)
Socata TBM900 (Coming Soon)
Multi-Engine Piston
Beechcraft Baron G58 NXi
Piper Seminole and Seneca
Diamond DA42
Multi-Engine Turboprop
King Air B200 NXi
The G1000. Most G1000 Simulators are not the best quality, but our simulator is fancy schmancy. It has all the same features of the real G1000, and pilots who’ve used it can attest to its accuracy.
The only group of pilots we allow to use our simulator without an instructor is Instrument Currency. There is no guest nor outside CFI. It's a Solo session. No Checkout needed.
After a lesson, we will make an entry in your pilot logbook. (A pilot logbook is the where pilots keep their flight records.)
If you don’t have a logbook, we will provide you one.
Airbus and Boeing airplanes are not available to fly on our simulator.
Full-motion simulators at other flight schools or airlines tend to lack the features that are really valuable for training (which our G1000 has). While our simulator is AATD-certified, it does not give extra training credit for motion.
No. We only offer flight training in a simulator for fixed wing airplanes.
For a single lesson, if you are not happy with your lesson and let us know within 48 hours, we will refund you 100% of the lesson.
Ideally, one person. However, a 2-hour lesson can be split between two people, and a 3-hour lesson can be split between 3-4 people.
Student pilots in the NY/NJ area can access resources and support networks through pilot clubs, online forums, and social media groups.
We recently created Facebook Group, Aviator.nyc, which allows clients to connect and share their experiences. Other active Facebook groups include:
Joining these communities can help you connect with fellow pilots, share experiences, and gain valuable insights into your flight training journey.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Need a Mentor?
Schedule a FREE 30-minute phone consultation with one of our instructors to learn how it works and if it’s right for you.
Book a Lesson
Schedule your first two-hour training lesson, no questions asked money-back guarantee. (Only staffed for booked lessons.)
Flexible Cancellation Policy
Get a full refund if you cancel through the website at least 24 hours before the lesson.
First Lesson Satisfaction Guarantee
Not happy with your first lesson? Let us know within 48 hours of the lesson date and we’ll refund your lesson.
Need a Mentor?
Schedule a FREE 30-minute phone consultation with one of our instructors to learn how it works and if it’s right for you.
Book a Lesson
Schedule your first two-hour training lesson, no questions asked money-back guarantee. (Only staffed for booked lessons.)
Flexible Cancellation Policy
Get a full refund if you cancel through the website at least 24 hours before the lesson.
First Lesson Satisfaction Guarantee
Not happy with your first lesson? Let us know within 48 hours of the lesson date and we’ll refund your lesson.