Las Vegas: Aerobatic Flight in Extra 330 Stunt Plane

You're pulling 6 Gs in a stunt plane over Nevada desert, and your hands are on the stick.

You're picked up from your hotel and flown to a private hangar where you suit up and choose your flight type: ride-along with a fighter pilot, hands-on aerobatics with an instructor, or competitive dogfight against a friend. The flight itself is 10 to 20 minutes of high-G maneuvers over the Mojave Desert and Las Vegas, depending on your package. Afterward, you decompress in the lounge before heading back to your hotel.

Step-by-step itinerary

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 flight instructors

The experience

The pilot banks hard left and the horizon tilts past vertical. Your stomach doesn't follow. That's the moment you realize the Extra 330LC isn't a sightseeing flight. It's a real aerobatic aircraft, the kind that does things most planes can't, and you're strapped into the back seat while it does them. The whole experience runs about an hour from hotel pickup to landing, though the flight itself is the part you'll replay in your head for weeks.

You get three ways to do this. The Recon flight puts you with a real fighter pilot for 10 minutes of maneuvers over the Mojave Desert and Las Vegas skyline. You watch, you feel it, you don't touch anything. The Afterburner lets you take the controls and actually fly loops, rolls, and tail slides with an instructor sitting behind you, talking you through it. Then there's Sky Combat, which is exactly what it sounds like: you and a friend in separate planes, flying against each other with laser targeting and scoring systems, supervised by expert instructors. No flight experience is required for any of it. The operation was founded by a U.S. Air Force veteran, and the instructors know how to keep you safe while making sure you feel every second of it.

Before you fly, you're in the hangar lounge with a noise-cancelling headset, sunglasses, and access to snacks and drinks. Bring friends or family. They can hang there while you're up. You'll need to bring a photo ID (FAA regulation), wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and know your weight has to land between 80 and 265 pounds. Height maxes out at 6'6". The whole operation handles the logistics: hotel pickup, drop-off, all local taxes and fees included. You just show up ready to go.

What’s included

• Your flight includes a noise-cancelling headset, sunglasses, and locker space for personal items.
• You'll have access to the hangar lounge with games, snacks, and drinks before and after your flight.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, as are all local taxes and fees.
• The flight itself (Recon, Afterburner, or Sky Combat) is based on which option you select.

Options for this experience

3 options

Operation ReconGuide in English or French · 09:00, 13:00 and 15:00Basic aerobatic maneuvers: Suitable for the whole family, this is a great introduction to the world of basic aerobatics. Ride along: Enjoy the excitement of aerobatic flying through a series of thrilling maneuvers flown by our skilled pilots. Pickup is included.

Afterburner FlightGuide in English or French · 09:00, 13:00 and 15:00Advanced aerobatics for thrill-seekers: This experience isn't for the faint of heart and is built for those who want to take their aerobatic thrills seriously. Hands-on flying: With instructors guiding you, you take control and perform eye-catching maneuvers that deliver the excitement of aerobatics. Pickup is included.

Sky CombatGuide in English or French · 09:00, 13:00 and 15:00Air-to-air combat: Head into the skies for the ultimate air-to-air combat thrill, something like laser tag in the sky. Hands-on flying: You'll take the controls and carry out combat tactics taken straight from the U.S. Air Force handbook. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 13:00 and 15:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 19 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Physically demandingStroller-friendlyPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Vegas Extreme Adventures, LLC

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want the real thing: an actual aerobatic aircraft, a fighter pilot instructor, and the chance to either ride along or take the controls yourself. The hotel pickup and fixed schedule mean you don't have to figure out how to get to a private hangar or coordinate timing. You just show up at your hotel ready to fly.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Do I need flight experience to do this?

No. All three flight types are designed for first-timers. Instructors guide you through everything.

What's the difference between Recon, Afterburner, and Sky Combat?

Recon: you ride along and watch. Afterburner: you fly the plane with instructor guidance. Sky Combat: you and a friend fly against each other with laser targeting.

How long is the actual flight?

The Recon flight is about 10 minutes of maneuvers. Afterburner and Sky Combat run longer, depending on the package.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off from your Las Vegas hotel are included in the price.

What are the weight and height limits?

You must weigh between 80 and 265 pounds and be no taller than 6'6".

Can I bring family to watch?

Yes. Friends and family can wait in the hangar lounge with snacks and drinks while you fly.

What do I need to bring?

A photo ID (required by the FAA). Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Leave valuables in the provided lockers.

Is this safe?

The operation is run by a U.S. Air Force veteran with certified flight instructors. All aircraft are maintained to FAA standards.

Can pregnant travelers do this?

No. This experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

Can children fly?

Yes, if they meet the weight requirement (minimum 80 lbs) and are accompanied by an adult to sign the waiver. Infants cannot fly in the aircraft.