Simulator selection without worries
Ivo Bartoň
Director of Flight Safety ČSA, a.s.
As a captain with 15,000 flight hours on an Airbus A320 and a Boeing 737, I can confirm that both simulators are already very close to reality and meet quality standards even for flight crew training thanks to the functionality of the individual systems and authentic control forces.
About the experience
Haven't decided yet? Don't worry about the experience voucher and leave the choice to the recipient. Choose one of the three variants according to your options, which will allow you to draw an experience lasting from 30 to 120 minutes depending on the type of simulator. The advantage of this gift voucher is the choice of simulator type only when booking within up to 12 months of the voucher's validity.
This luxurious and original gift voucher allows you to fly a plane on a flight simulator, drive a car simulator or a submarine. It is an ideal tip for the best and definitely unusual birthday, Christmas or Valentine's Day gift intended not only for him ... your boy, man, man, friend, husband or father.
Simulator selection without worries
| Voucher | Price | |
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Simulator selection without worries 30 or 60 minutes |
Price3 370 Kč |
Choose
30 minutes: B737NG, A320, F16, 2xF18, 2xF1 or 60 minutes: C172, 1xF18, 1xF1, Racing car, U-BOAT + 30min. bonuses extra |
Simulator selection without worries 60 or 90 minutes |
Price4 670 Kč |
Choose
60 minutes: B737NG, A320, F16, 2xF18, 2xF1 or 90 minutes: C172, 1x F18, F1, Racing car, U-BOAT + 30min. bonuses extra |
Simulator selection without worries 90 or 120 minutes |
Price5 970 Kč |
Choose
90 minutes: B737NG, A320, F16, 2x F18, 2x F1 or 120 minutes: Alto NG, C172, 1xF18, 1x F1, Racing car, U-BOAT + 30min. bonuses extra |
About the simulator
Airbus A320
is the best-selling airliner today. It is the first civil transport aircraft that began to use side-sticks instead of the traditional "rams" for control. A huge advantage of Airbus over Boeing is fly-by-wire flight control system technology. Thanks to the many flight computers, it reduces the demands on piloting itself, and therefore we recommend the simulator for the first introduction to commercial flying. In addition, the A320 flight simulator provides such a realistic experience that even professional pilots use it for training.
Boeing 737
is a classic aircraft with traditional rams. Driving it requires attention, as there are no flight computers between you and the controls of the aircraft like in the Airbus. Piloting is thus a real challenge for aviation fans. The fidelity of the simulator with the real Boeing 737NG is phenomenal. It is used for pilot training, but also for the public. If you land with him too, you can be really proud of yourself. The quality of the trainer is also proven by the ongoing certification by the Civil Aviation Authority.
F-16 Fighting Falcon
is a multi-role fighter aircraft, fighter for short. Like the Airbus A320, it has a fly-by-wire control system with joystick control. It is an ideal gift for men, as we are the only ones in the Czech Republic to offer the opportunity to pilot the machine accompanied by a real pilot and instructor from the Czech Army, Tomáš Merta. He flies the Jas-39 Gripen and teaches military pilots in training to fly. At the same time, he helped us with the development of the simulator so that your experience corresponds as closely as possible to reality.
Cessna 182RG
is a small sports airplane for 4 people with classic steering using rams like the Boeing 737. However, unlike it, it is used as a tool for basic and advanced pilot training or flights up to 1600 km away. A big advantage of the Cessna compared to large transport aircraft is the smaller number of control elements and significantly lower speed. Due to the lower speed, you have more reaction time to correct the pilot maneuver, which is why this moving simulator is ideal for the first introduction to flying.
Virtual reality on a flight simulator
We present to you a unique novelty that we have prepared for you during the forced break with COVID-19. Experience piloting the iconic planes on a moving simulator with the new VR set released in April 2020. Its resolution is more than 4K, a 260% increase compared to the HTC Vive. Piloting an English Spitfire, a Russian Mig-15 or an American F/A-18C Hornet is so realistic that it literally takes your breath away.
Virtual reality on a car simulator
Would you be tempted to drive legendary cars such as Ferrari 250 GTO, 330 P4, Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, Lamborghini Miura or Aventador? How about the Ford GT40, McLaren P1, Mercedes SLS AMG or Shelby 427 and many others? Try it completely differently on a moving simulator with the new virtual reality HP Reverb from April 2020, which has a 260% higher resolution compared to the HTC Vive. With this novelty, you will feel like you are sitting in a real car instead of a simulator.
Formula 1 simulator
provides a much more fun driving experience with a car. These are two cockpits of professional car simulators. Like the best simulators for F1 pilots, they are not mobile, but thanks to the 6 meter wide semi-circular 180° projection, they give the impression of movement much better compared to conventional simulators, which only have monitors and a limited range of motion and therefore very small forces compared to the real ones acting on the pilot in real Formula 1.
Submarine simulator
Individual experience for one to three people (you + your companion) with an instructor. A simplified commander gangway simulator for three people in roles (captain at periscope, helmsman at steering and weapons officer at firing torpedoes). Possibility of water seepage from three water circuits (raincoats available) or fire simulation with a smoke generator. You will cooperate with each other and sink both merchant and warships.
What you get from us
Our experienced pilots and instructors will be at your disposal, who will take care of the comfort of you and your up to 3 guests, who you can bring with you as spectators. So that the memory of your extraordinary experience does not fade, you can take away a recording of your flight filmed by a professional camera, including photos and a certificate signed by a real pilot. After the experience, you will take an interactive tour of all simulators and try Flight Simulator 2020, which is very popular among our visitors.
FAQ
How does it go?
The experience begins with you sitting in a prepared cockpit alongside an instructor. During the main session, your accompanying guests can enjoy a bonus 15-minute flight on the Flight Simulator 2020 upon request. This is not a professional simulator but a beautifully detailed game displayed on a 55” screen, operated in a self-service mode. After the session, we’ll guide you through our center, showcasing all our professional simulators. If any are in use, you can observe them through designated windows. For our Formula 1 and Race Car simulators, adjustments are handled by qualified staff or, for an additional fee, by professional instructor Jan Charouz (available upon request in advance).
Can I bring a guests?
Yes, for experience vouchers, you can bring up to three accompanying spectators. However, only the recipient of the voucher can pilot the simulator. The only exception is the submarine experience, where three people assume different roles while one guest observes. Last-minute bookings or group courses do not include guest access, but additional spectators can join (subject to space) for CZK 190 per person. Guests can only take turns in the cockpit for an extra fee of CZK 490 per person due to the favorable pricing of longer individual sessions and increased simulator wear caused by switching users.
What is the ideal session length?
The most popular option is 60 minutes, as it allows for repeated landings with civil aircraft or aerial combat with the F16 fighter jet. Racing simulators include two tracks. Choose based on your preferences, as sessions can be extended at the time of reservation with a surcharge.
Do I need any previous experience?
Absolutely not! Our instructor or staff will explain everything you need to know to master the experience. For complex simulators like the Boeing 737NG, Airbus A320, F16 Fighting Falcon, Cessna 182RG, and U-BOAT submarine, a qualified instructor will guide you throughout.
Can I exchange the voucher for another one?
Yes, you can. The best option is to purchase a universal experience voucher, allowing the recipient to choose their preferred simulator. However, if you’ve already selected a specific experience, you can exchange it for another when making a reservation online, paying any price difference if necessary.
What about the validity of the voucher, the reservation date and the cancellation of the experience?
Vouchers are valid for 6–12 months and can be extended if needed. The recipient selects the date via our online reservation system during the validity period. Cancellations are free up to 72 hours before the start of the experience. Otherwise, you can purchase a new voucher at a 50% discount within one week of the original date.
Will I be piloting alone or with an instructor?
Yes, you’ll pilot as much as you’re capable of! However, our instructor will always be there to assist you as needed to ensure you fully enjoy the experience.
Will I share my experience with someone else?
No, all experiences are private, reserved exclusively for the voucher recipient and their guests. No one will interrupt your time in the cockpit with our instructor.
Are there any minimum age and height requirements for the applicant?
Our simulators are recommended for individuals aged 12+ and at least 150 cm tall due to cockpit ergonomics and complexity. However, we have accommodated younger children. If this applies to your child, please consult us in advance about the appropriate simulator. The weight limit for participants is 120 kg.
Is the trainer fully moving "full-motion-simulator"?
Yes, we have two motion simulators:
•A 5DOF Racing Simulator (5 degrees of freedom: lift, pitch, roll, forward, and lateral movement).
•A 4DOF motion aircraft simulator in VR (under preparation).
Other simulators, such as the Boeing 737NG, Airbus A320, F16 Fighting Falcon, Formula 1, and U-BOAT, are “fixed-base simulators” without hydraulics. High costs make full-flight motion simulators for commercial aircraft training impractical for public use. Professional fighter jet simulators typically don’t include motion bases due to high G-forces. However, our wide 180-degree visual field, created with three full HD projectors, delivers a highly immersive experience. Your brain will easily be tricked into perceiving motion.
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Instructors
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Pavel Sochorovský
pilot
Už jako malý kluk se zajímal o letadla a obdivuje tyto stroje dodnes. Dříve stačilo lepení modelů a pozorování letadel nad hlavou. Od roku 2003 se sny být skutečným pilotem začaly rýsovat více jasněji a získal kvalifikaci obchodního pilota s doložkou IR/MEP, ATPL(A) frozen. V roce 2009 úspěšně absolvoval výběrové řízení na pozici dopravního pilota u společnosti ČSA. V současnosti se zabývá obchodními lety pro soukromou společnost, která hodlá využívat obchodní leteckou dopravu s využitím turbovrtulových letadel pro transport speciálních lékových forem.
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Denisa Svobodová
pilot
Letectví se aktivně věnuje od svých 17 let. Je absolventka Vysoké školy Báňské oboru letecké dopravy a nyní aktivně létá od roku 2018 na letadle Boeing 737 u společnosti Go2Sky. Od roku 2020 vyučuje předměty ATPL na dopravní fakultě ČVUT.
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Teodor Škoda
pilot
Létat začal v 17 letech v aeroklubu na kluzácích. Pokračoval výcvikem soukromého pilota. V roce 2020 úspěšně absolvoval zkoušky z teorie dopravního pilota ATPL(a). V roce 2021 dokončil praktický výcvik a je držitelem licence obchodního pilota-CPL/MEP/IR. Volný čas nejraději tráví v aeroklubu létáním na všem, co má křídla.
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Jan Škopek
pilot
Začal létat od roku 2013 na malých sportovních letounech k získání první kvalifikace PPL. Dále pak pokračoval v létání a zvyšování pilotních kvalifikací společně se studiem ATPL k cílené metě stát se profesionálním dopravním pilotem. Od roku 2018 létá jako první důstojník u společnosti Smartwings na Boeingu 737NG a 737 MAX8.
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Radek Topinka
autor a majitel projektu Simulation of Reality
Radek Topinka, autor projektu a majitel začal s létáním v roce 2009 v letecké škole Aviatický klub, následně pokračoval studiem ATPL na dopravního pilota. Po ekonomické krizi v roce 2010, která měla dopad i na velké létání se rozhodl naplno věnovat projektu leteckých simulátorů a v roce 2012 otevřel současné centrum Simulation of Reality na Zličíně. Věnuje se nadále aktivně provozu a rozvoji centra, ale také instruktorské činnosti.