Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Also Open
Monday – Friday, March 28 – April 1 (Spring Break)
Take a virtual flight across the Bay and see the world from the unique perspective of a pilot.
Pass Required.
- $5 per Pass (in addition to museum admission).
- Pass is free for Members.
- Two people can fly on one Pass (pilot and co-pilot).
- Obtain Passes at museum Gift Shop.
- Each Pass good for up to 30 minutes of flight time.
- Seating is limited.
Flight Sim Zone workstations consist of the following:
- large 4K screen, 3,840 x 2,160 pixel display
- Logitech/Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 simulation software
How Sessions Operate
We follow a flight instruction model. Each session begins with an introductory demonstration. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, like the Beechcraft Baron 58, including the all-important landing procedure. Once proficiency has been achieved in basic procedures, enjoy a sightseeing flight around the Bay!
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Also open 11 AM - 2 PM on May 30
Included with Museum Admission
Complete amazing hands-on projects in flight!
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
July 1
Paper Helicopters
Build and fly a paper helicopter and watch it fly in our wind tunnels or on its own!
July 2 – 31
Apollo Spacecraft
Build a paper Apollo Spacecraft landing capsule!
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Also Open
Monday – Friday, March 28 – April 1 (Spring Break)
Take a virtual flight across the Bay and see the world from the unique perspective of a pilot.
Pass Required.
- $5 per Pass (in addition to museum admission).
- Pass is free for Members.
- Two people can fly on one Pass (pilot and co-pilot).
- Obtain Passes at museum Gift Shop.
- Each Pass good for up to 30 minutes of flight time.
- Seating is limited.
Flight Sim Zone workstations consist of the following:
- large 4K screen, 3,840 x 2,160 pixel display
- Logitech/Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 simulation software
How Sessions Operate
We follow a flight instruction model. Each session begins with an introductory demonstration. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, like the Beechcraft Baron 58, including the all-important landing procedure. Once proficiency has been achieved in basic procedures, enjoy a sightseeing flight around the Bay!
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Also open 11 AM - 2 PM on May 30
Included with Museum Admission
Complete amazing hands-on projects in flight!
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
July 1
Paper Helicopters
Build and fly a paper helicopter and watch it fly in our wind tunnels or on its own!
July 2 – 31
Apollo Spacecraft
Build a paper Apollo Spacecraft landing capsule!
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Also Open
Monday – Friday, March 28 – April 1 (Spring Break)
Take a virtual flight across the Bay and see the world from the unique perspective of a pilot.
Pass Required.
- $5 per Pass (in addition to museum admission).
- Pass is free for Members.
- Two people can fly on one Pass (pilot and co-pilot).
- Obtain Passes at museum Gift Shop.
- Each Pass good for up to 30 minutes of flight time.
- Seating is limited.
Flight Sim Zone workstations consist of the following:
- large 4K screen, 3,840 x 2,160 pixel display
- Logitech/Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 simulation software
How Sessions Operate
We follow a flight instruction model. Each session begins with an introductory demonstration. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, like the Beechcraft Baron 58, including the all-important landing procedure. Once proficiency has been achieved in basic procedures, enjoy a sightseeing flight around the Bay!
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Also open 11 AM - 2 PM on May 30
Included with Museum Admission
Complete amazing hands-on projects in flight!
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
July 1
Paper Helicopters
Build and fly a paper helicopter and watch it fly in our wind tunnels or on its own!
July 2 – 31
Apollo Spacecraft
Build a paper Apollo Spacecraft landing capsule!
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Also Open
Monday – Friday, March 28 – April 1 (Spring Break)
Take a virtual flight across the Bay and see the world from the unique perspective of a pilot.
Pass Required.
- $5 per Pass (in addition to museum admission).
- Pass is free for Members.
- Two people can fly on one Pass (pilot and co-pilot).
- Obtain Passes at museum Gift Shop.
- Each Pass good for up to 30 minutes of flight time.
- Seating is limited.
Flight Sim Zone workstations consist of the following:
- large 4K screen, 3,840 x 2,160 pixel display
- Logitech/Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 simulation software
How Sessions Operate
We follow a flight instruction model. Each session begins with an introductory demonstration. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, like the Beechcraft Baron 58, including the all-important landing procedure. Once proficiency has been achieved in basic procedures, enjoy a sightseeing flight around the Bay!
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Also open 11 AM - 2 PM on May 30
Included with Museum Admission
Complete amazing hands-on projects in flight!
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
July 1
Paper Helicopters
Build and fly a paper helicopter and watch it fly in our wind tunnels or on its own!
July 2 – 31
Apollo Spacecraft
Build a paper Apollo Spacecraft landing capsule!
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Also Open
Monday – Friday, March 28 – April 1 (Spring Break)
Take a virtual flight across the Bay and see the world from the unique perspective of a pilot.
Pass Required.
- $5 per Pass (in addition to museum admission).
- Pass is free for Members.
- Two people can fly on one Pass (pilot and co-pilot).
- Obtain Passes at museum Gift Shop.
- Each Pass good for up to 30 minutes of flight time.
- Seating is limited.
Flight Sim Zone workstations consist of the following:
- large 4K screen, 3,840 x 2,160 pixel display
- Logitech/Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 simulation software
How Sessions Operate
We follow a flight instruction model. Each session begins with an introductory demonstration. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, like the Beechcraft Baron 58, including the all-important landing procedure. Once proficiency has been achieved in basic procedures, enjoy a sightseeing flight around the Bay!
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Also open 11 AM - 2 PM on May 30
Included with Museum Admission
Complete amazing hands-on projects in flight!
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
July 1
Paper Helicopters
Build and fly a paper helicopter and watch it fly in our wind tunnels or on its own!
July 2 – 31
Apollo Spacecraft
Build a paper Apollo Spacecraft landing capsule!
