Is flying a daunting prospect?
You’re not alone - studies suggest that aerophobia affects as many as one in six people.
Here at Manchester Flight Sim Centre, we’re dedicated to helping you overcome your fear of flying through a simple approach: education and control.
Under the guidance of our expert instructors, you’ll take the Pilot’s seat in our state-of-the-art Airbus A320 simulator. Our custom-designed sessions provide invaluable knowledge about aircraft operation and the science of flight, helping you understand what’s happening and manage your anxiety. Gain confidence and take control with us.
What’s Included:
Theoretical Briefing
Start with an informative session led by a professional airline pilot or instructor. Learn the fundamentals of flight, including how aircraft operate and what causes turbulence. This briefing equips you with knowledge to reduce uncertainty and ease anxiety.
Hands-On Simulation
Step into a one-hour session inside our advanced Airbus A320 simulator. Guided by your instructor, you’ll take control, fly from your local airport, explore familiar landmarks, and even attempt a landing. The immersive visuals replicate the experience of real flight.
Debriefing
Finish with a debrief to review your experience, discuss key learnings, and reinforce your understanding of flight principles.
Recommended Course Structure:
While a single course provides valuable insights and coping tools, attending two sessions offers the best results - reinforcing learning, building familiarity, and increasing confidence each time.
Walk into the airport fear free...
Multiple courses are highly recommended
Fear of Flying, one 90-minute session
Fear of Flying Course, two 90-minute sessions
The Airbus A320 simulator replicates the real aircraft’s cockpit and controls, with a wrap-around visual system that creates an immersive flying environment. Many participants say it feels like the real thing, but in a completely safe and controlled setting.
Yes. The aim of the course is to give you knowledge and practical strategies that you can use on a real aircraft. Many people find that after the session they feel more confident, calmer, and more in control when flying.
Absolutely. The instructor will encourage you to ask anything you’ve ever worried about - from turbulence to take-offs. The more open you are, the more the session can be tailored to your needs.
Not at all. The course is designed for people with no flying knowledge. Everything will be explained clearly and at your pace.
The instructors are experienced in helping people with anxiety. If at any time you feel uncomfortable, you can pause or stop the session. The goal is to build confidence at your pace.
Yes. The course is designed specifically for people with fear of flying. By combining education, hands-on experience, and instructor support, it helps people manage anxiety. If you have particular concerns, you can always contact the centre ahead of time to discuss them.
Many participants find value in one session — you’ll gain information, experience, and coping tools. But the website recommends two sessions for best results, so you build familiarity and confidence.
Manchester Flight Sim Centre
City Airport & Heliport, Liverpool Rd, Manchester, England M30 7SA, United Kingdom
The Ultimate Aviation Adventure:
Fly all three simulators - Airbus A320, Boeing 737, and Bell Jet Ranger helicopter - in one epic session.
45 minutes in each cockpit for a complete flying experience.
Available Wednesday- Saturdays. Ages 12+.