Invest in Aviation Training in Manhattan

Investment minimums depend on the airframe and simulator fidelity level. A Cirrus AATD starts under $100K, while airline simulators (737, A320) are in the $300K range, and the 777 is approximately $400K fully installed. Contact us to discuss options that match your budget and goals.

Simulators range from FAA-approved Aviation Training Devices (AATDs) for general aviation to Flight Training Devices (FTDs) at Level 4 for airline-type cockpits. We operate under Part 61. Certification level affects both acquisition cost and the training credits students can log.

You purchase the simulator and lease it to Aviator.NYC under a contractual agreement. We install it in our Manhattan facility, schedule all training sessions, handle maintenance, and provide instructors. You receive a revenue share based on utilization, typically paid monthly. You retain full access to the simulator anytime.

No aviation experience is required. The leaseback and partnership models are structured so that Aviator.NYC handles all operational, regulatory, and instructional aspects. Investors benefit from the asset and revenue without needing domain expertise.

The Cirrus simulator is ideal for a Manhattan-based individual who wants to own a simulator but doesn't want it in their home. You own it, we put it in our facility, we provide training on it, and the revenue offsets your cost of ownership. It focuses on the Garmin G3000 and SF50 Vision Jet type-rating prep.

We are currently gauging interest in adding motion VR flight experiences — fly aircraft like the P-51 Mustang, Spitfire, F-14 Tomcat, and F/A-18 Hornet. This is not FAA-certified training; it is entertainment and experiential. If you are interested in investing, partnering, or would book sessions as a customer, let us know through the inquiry form.

Maintenance and insurance responsibilities are defined in the leaseback or partnership agreement. In most leaseback arrangements, the operator covers routine maintenance while the owner insures the asset. We customize terms based on the investment structure.

The Aviator.NYC training facility is in Hudson Square, Lower Manhattan. The location is accessible by multiple subway lines and is within commuting distance of all three major New York area airports (JFK, EWR, LGA). Office visits are by appointment only.