Welcome to Flight Simulation Association
Flight train faster and better, while saving money.
Home flight simulation is using a computer and simple hardware to engage your "aviation brain" for training and proficiency. Anyone can do this—no expertise is required!
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It’s amazing to me how many thousands of dollars I see people spending on their flight training that they could save if they were just properly using home simulators.
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The flight sim community is huge and I'm trying to convince more real pilots to take a serious look at flight sims.
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Maintaining proficiency with avionics, communications, muscle memory, and checklists doesn’t just have to happen in the plane at 3,000 ft. You can build those core principles comfortably, and at your own pace, using home flight simulation.
Just getting started? Attend FlightSimExpo, our in-person conference and tradeshow.
The event is the best place to meet enthusiasts, get expert answers to your questions, and try out the latest hardware and software.Jump-Start Your Sim With Preferred Pricing
FSA Captains get exclusive savings at leading flight simulation retailers.
Plus, FSA Captains get a free coaching session from experts.
Take the guesswork out of getting started! Learn from experienced simmers who specialize in flight simulator setup and instruction.It all Starts with a Membership
Join FSA and get access to the resources that will help you set up your first home simulator and connect you to the best add-ons for pilot training.
We work with simulation developers, content creators, and flight simmers alike. Through structured, curated content, we aim to centralize the information out there, making it easier to get started in simulation.
Our Growing Community
Members
First Officer
Free
Free beginner content to help you get started in flight simulation.
- Free guides and learning resources
- 10% discounted in-person registration at FlightSimExpo
- Discord community access
- Local clubs and member meet-ups
- Limited access to selected discounts
Captain
$4/month
Subscriptions help FSA elevate the profile of flight simulation. Learn more
...plus, subscribing easily pays for itself!
- Free Orbx products for MSFS
and X-Plane ($60+ value) - A one-hour coaching session with a Flight Sim Coach Instructor ($55+ value)
- Digital subscription to FLYING Magazine, plus 50% off print subscriptions ($30+ value)
- 20% discounted registration and free online access at FlightSimExpo ($16+ value)
- "Ask a CFI" and other expanded access in our Discord community
- Full access to 61 discounts and special perks from our partners