Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
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
- Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 and Prepar3D v.4 simulation software
How Sessions Operate During COVID-19
We have reduced the number of available simulators in each flight session to obtain social distancing. Initial instruction is provided via pre-recorded video. All stations, flight yokes and throttles are disinfected and idled for 90-minutes before reuse. We follow a flight instruction model. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, including the all-important landing procedure.
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
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
- Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 and Prepar3D v.4 simulation software
How Sessions Operate During COVID-19
We have reduced the number of available simulators in each flight session to obtain social distancing. Initial instruction is provided via pre-recorded video. All stations, flight yokes and throttles are disinfected and idled for 90-minutes before reuse. We follow a flight instruction model. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, including the all-important landing procedure.
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Also Open Monday March 29 & Friday April 2
Take-and-Make Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Included with Museum Admission
Take simple materials to build an amazing project in flight!
Virtual Invention Lab
Join the Invention Lab from home! Broadcasting via Zoom live from the Invention Lab each Tuesday and Thursday at 2 PM, the Virtual Invention Lab brings a hands-on experience in flight into your own home! Basic school supplies and access to a printer required for most activities. Visit the Virtual Invention Lab page to see the materials list, download the handouts, and join the live Zoom link!
Virtual Invention Lab
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
March 6-28
High Flying Kites
Visit the Virtual Invention Lab and receive everything you need to take-and-make a working kite!
March 29 – April 3
Bunny Helicopters
Hop into spring while constructing and flying a rabbit-shaped paper rotorcraft!
April 10-25
Puddle Jumpers
Construct and launch a hand-powered helicopter able to fly into the air!
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
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
- Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 and Prepar3D v.4 simulation software
How Sessions Operate During COVID-19
We have reduced the number of available simulators in each flight session to obtain social distancing. Initial instruction is provided via pre-recorded video. All stations, flight yokes and throttles are disinfected and idled for 90-minutes before reuse. We follow a flight instruction model. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, including the all-important landing procedure.
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Also Open Monday March 29 & Friday April 2
Take-and-Make Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Included with Museum Admission
Take simple materials to build an amazing project in flight!
Virtual Invention Lab
Join the Invention Lab from home! Broadcasting via Zoom live from the Invention Lab each Tuesday and Thursday at 2 PM, the Virtual Invention Lab brings a hands-on experience in flight into your own home! Basic school supplies and access to a printer required for most activities. Visit the Virtual Invention Lab page to see the materials list, download the handouts, and join the live Zoom link!
Virtual Invention Lab
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
March 6-28
High Flying Kites
Visit the Virtual Invention Lab and receive everything you need to take-and-make a working kite!
March 29 – April 3
Bunny Helicopters
Hop into spring while constructing and flying a rabbit-shaped paper rotorcraft!
April 10-25
Puddle Jumpers
Construct and launch a hand-powered helicopter able to fly into the air!
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
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
- Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 and Prepar3D v.4 simulation software
How Sessions Operate During COVID-19
We have reduced the number of available simulators in each flight session to obtain social distancing. Initial instruction is provided via pre-recorded video. All stations, flight yokes and throttles are disinfected and idled for 90-minutes before reuse. We follow a flight instruction model. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, including the all-important landing procedure.
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Also Open Monday March 29 & Friday April 2
Take-and-Make Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Included with Museum Admission
Take simple materials to build an amazing project in flight!
Virtual Invention Lab
Join the Invention Lab from home! Broadcasting via Zoom live from the Invention Lab each Tuesday and Thursday at 2 PM, the Virtual Invention Lab brings a hands-on experience in flight into your own home! Basic school supplies and access to a printer required for most activities. Visit the Virtual Invention Lab page to see the materials list, download the handouts, and join the live Zoom link!
Virtual Invention Lab
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
March 6-28
High Flying Kites
Visit the Virtual Invention Lab and receive everything you need to take-and-make a working kite!
March 29 – April 3
Bunny Helicopters
Hop into spring while constructing and flying a rabbit-shaped paper rotorcraft!
April 10-25
Puddle Jumpers
Construct and launch a hand-powered helicopter able to fly into the air!
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
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
- Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 and Prepar3D v.4 simulation software
How Sessions Operate During COVID-19
We have reduced the number of available simulators in each flight session to obtain social distancing. Initial instruction is provided via pre-recorded video. All stations, flight yokes and throttles are disinfected and idled for 90-minutes before reuse. We follow a flight instruction model. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, including the all-important landing procedure.
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB OPEN WEEKENDS
Also Open Monday March 29 & Friday April 2
Take-and-Make Activities Available 11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Included with Museum Admission
Take simple materials to build an amazing project in flight!
Virtual Invention Lab
Join the Invention Lab from home! Broadcasting via Zoom live from the Invention Lab each Tuesday and Thursday at 2 PM, the Virtual Invention Lab brings a hands-on experience in flight into your own home! Basic school supplies and access to a printer required for most activities. Visit the Virtual Invention Lab page to see the materials list, download the handouts, and join the live Zoom link!
Virtual Invention Lab
Weekend Invention Lab Activities
March 6-28
High Flying Kites
Visit the Virtual Invention Lab and receive everything you need to take-and-make a working kite!
March 29 – April 3
Bunny Helicopters
Hop into spring while constructing and flying a rabbit-shaped paper rotorcraft!
April 10-25
Puddle Jumpers
Construct and launch a hand-powered helicopter able to fly into the air!
Flight Sim Zone
Open Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
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
- Saitek flight yoke and throttle quadrant
- Saitek rudder pedals
- X-Plane 11 and Prepar3D v.4 simulation software
How Sessions Operate During COVID-19
We have reduced the number of available simulators in each flight session to obtain social distancing. Initial instruction is provided via pre-recorded video. All stations, flight yokes and throttles are disinfected and idled for 90-minutes before reuse. We follow a flight instruction model. Our instructors are real pilots and they will show you how to properly control an aircraft, including the all-important landing procedure.
The Flight Sim Zone is wheelchair accessible.
