Las Vegas: Aerobatic Flight Experience & Mojave Desert Views

Summary

Adrenaline-fueled aerobatics above Las Vegas desert skyline

You’ll feel your pulse quicken as you fly over Las Vegas in an aerobatic stunt plane with a real fighter pilot guiding you. Try loops or rolls yourself or face off in aerial combat against a friend. With hotel pickup included and snacks at the hangar lounge for your crew, this is one adventure you won’t forget easily.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest — I was nervous before we even got to the hangar in Las Vegas. My palms were sweaty just thinking about flying in one of those Extra 330 planes, and it didn’t help that our driver joked about “seeing the Strip upside down.” But once we met our instructor (Mike, ex-Air Force, calm as a monk), some of that tension melted off. He handed me sunglasses and a headset and told me, “You’re gonna love this.” The hangar smelled faintly of jet fuel and coffee, and there were other folks there too — some laughing with their friends, others looking as pale as I probably did.

When we finally climbed into the cockpit, my heart was pounding so loud I could barely hear the safety briefing. Mike kept things light — he said if I needed a break to just say “uncle,” which made me laugh (and also made me wonder if I’d actually need to use it). As soon as we took off, the city shrank away and the Mojave Desert opened up below us — all those dusty reds and browns, stretching out forever. Then came the maneuvers: loops, barrel rolls, even a tail slide that made my stomach flip in ways I didn’t know were possible. At one point he let me take the controls for a bit during our “Afterburner” flight option. My hands shook but honestly? That’s probably the most alive I’ve felt in years.

If you’re feeling brave (or competitive), you can go for the Sky Combat flight — basically an aerial dogfight with laser scoring against your buddy or partner. We watched two guys try it before us; they came back grinning like kids on Halloween. The whole thing is run tight — lockers for your stuff, snacks and drinks in the lounge for friends who come along but don’t fly (my partner nursed a Coke while watching through big windows). After landing, Mike high-fived me and said I did better than most first-timers. Not sure if he says that to everyone but hey, I’ll take it.

Even hours later my legs felt wobbly. There’s something about seeing Las Vegas from above — not just the neon lights but all that wild desert around it — that sticks with you long after you’re back on solid ground. Sometimes when things get quiet at home now, I remember how small everything looked from up there.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Aerobatic flight experience in Las Vegas

• Arrive at aerobatic flight location
• Soar over Nevada mountains and Mojave Desert
• Fly in Extra 330LC stunt plane
• Enjoy views of Las Vegas skyline
• Perform high-energy aerial maneuvers
• Choose from Recon, Afterburner, or Sky Combat flights
• Fly with expert instructors
• Take controls for aerobatics or dogfight

Top questions

How long does each aerobatic flight last?

The main flight experiences range from about 10 minutes (Recon) to longer sessions depending on your chosen option.

Do I need any flight experience?

No previous flight experience is required for any of the flights.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included in all bookings.

What should I wear for the aerobatic flight?

You should wear comfortable clothing along with shoes and socks; sandals are not allowed.

Can children participate in this experience?

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to sign waivers; infants are not allowed in aircrafts.

Are there weight or height limits?

Yes, passengers must weigh between 80 lbs (36 kg) and 265 lbs (130 kg), max height is 6'6" (2 meters).

Is food provided at the venue?

Snacks and drinks are available at the hangar lounge for participants and guests.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed at the facility but not inside aircrafts.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off so you don’t have to worry about transport; noise-cancelling headsets and sunglasses for comfort; secure lockers for your belongings; plus snacks and drinks at the hangar lounge while friends or family watch you take off into the Nevada sky.