Aspiring Pilots

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Aspiring Pilots

We have just ✈️ launched our incredible Aspiring Pilots packages. Read more to find out what we offer. Suitable for those considering or already applying for the latest Sponsorship Schemes

Hand Flying
Practice Hand Flying with a Professional

Enjoy some time in the captain seat practicing hand flying the aircraft ready for your assessment day!

Interview Practice
Really hone your interview skills

Practice your interview techniques in a friendly and relaxed environment. Get real honest feedback on where to improve.

Q And A
Time with an Airline Pilot

Enjoy some valuable time with a real airline pilot. Giving you the time to ask the real questions and get the real answers. Be 100% confident with your career choice before commiting.

Bring a Friend
Space for Four

Bring a significant other. There is space for guests at our facility to bring your friend or parents to enjoy the experience with you. 

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What We Offer

Flexibility to suit you

We can tailor the simulator session to suit your needs and will always work with you to achieve your goals. Expect to discuss your needs prior to your simulator booking so we can be one step ahead of the game.

Experienced Instructors

Our team of experienced instructors brings a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to every simulatorsession. With backgrounds in commercial aviation and Air Traffic Control, our instructors are well-equipped to provide personalised, high-level guidance tailored to your individual needs.

Tailored Flying

We design each flight to mirror the key elements of an airline assessment, focusing on handling, procedures, and decision-making in a way that’s accessible and confidence-building. With expert guidance, you’ll get realistic, hands-on practice to give you the best possible preparation for your assessment day.

Interview Practice

As part of this package, we offer practical interview practice to help you prepare for airline assessments with confidence. We will cover common questions, assess your communication style, and provide constructive feedback.

Efficient Flight

We can reposition the aircraft in any stage of flight in less than 25 seconds. If you need to practice cross wind landings for example, we could reposition you on a 5nm final over and over, or move you from FL300 back down to 3000ft. This makes your simulator session as time efficient as possible. 

Friendly Atmosphere

We are never far away and we often have people come back time and time again. With a wealth of experience in the team, please do reach out after your time with us if you need anything be it advice or assistance. Welcome to 3Twenty Aviation!

Explore the Packages

Aspiring Pilot 2 hour

DURATION

2 Hours

PRICE

£320

Our best value Aspiring Pilot Package

Aspiring Pilot 4 hour

DURATION

4 Hours

PRICE

£549

More time to fly our Airbus A320 and practice your interview technique

Brilliant afternoon in the simulator today. As a beginner, everything was well explained and I felt very comfortable. Exceeded all expectations. Great experience & will return.

Alex Westbrook

No Prior Experience

Amazing!! This was the best experience I have ever done, definitely recommend whatever your skill level. Rob was my instructor and he was great! . Will definitely be returning!

Shennon Ewens

Sim Experience Flight

Absolutely fantastic guys providing really helpful sim check preparation Dan and John are very knowledgeable and super helpful.

Carl Bowen

Sim Check Preparation

Laura C.
19:47 01 Oct 25
My aspiring pilot son thoroughly enjoyed his simulator experience. His instructor Rob was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic. My son was totally immersed in the experienced and has left buzzing with excitement. We picked up valuable information about future flying careers and jobs in the industry. A thoroughly enjoyable morning with some great flight enthusiasts and impressively realistic sim. We will be back!
Steve D.
10:14 29 Sep 25
A great and very authentic experience. A generous 'special' birthday present from my boys. This simulator is an amazing piece of kit that gives you a real sense of being in the genuine aircraft. The team at 3Twenty were also super helpful and enthusiastic, making the whole experience one to remember. Would love to do it again sometime.
Paul T.
14:19 21 Sep 25
Very nice cockpit
Many places to land (AMS,JFK,FNC,FRA) And more
All types of weather; very realistic
Mini shop for models keyrings etc
Overall 10/10
Steve R.
17:00 18 Sep 25
Great birthday surprise from my lovely wife. What a set up these guys have got in such a small unit. You get completely immersed in the simulator so if anyone asks “is there a pilot on board” on my next 320 flight, I’ll say yes. My favourite destination is Cape Town so I took off and landed from there. Big thanks to Dan and Joe for their professionalism.
Richard W.
08:04 13 Sep 25
An excellent couple of hours in the A320 sim with top notch instruction. The level of detail within the sim is absolutely first class with the Airbus systems fully simulated enabling a deep dive into the flight modes, failures, handling, instrument flying, flight control laws and so much more. I am much more familiar with Boeing but this sim session really gave me an excellent insight into Airbus and how a pilot interacts with the systems on on the A320. Will definitely re visit.
Alec P
21:10 25 Aug 25
We booked the A320 flight simulator at 3Twenty Aviation for my son’s 10th birthday and it was absolutely brilliant! He loved every moment of it. The instructor was very approachable, gave clear and easy-to-follow instructions, and made the whole experience unforgettable. A fantastic way to celebrate a special day – highly recommend!
S B.
10:55 06 Aug 25
Absolutely excellent! Rob and Ollie were exceptionally welcoming. Rob gave first rate instruction, with everything explained and pitched at the level I was comfortable with. The flight itself was very realistic, including a few in flight emergencies. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience and will definitely be looking to do it again. Would thoroughly recommend this to anyone with even the smallest interest in aviation. Thank you Rob and Ollie.
Mr L.
00:24 05 Aug 25
What an absolutely marvellous experience! My wife gifted me this for my birthday, and it turned out to be one of the most memorable gifts I've ever received.
From the moment we arrived, everything was handled with such professionalism and warmth. The pilot and his assistant were incredible, knowledgeable, friendly, and they made the whole experience feel exciting, safe, and truly special.
I cannot recommend 3Twenty Aviation highly enough. If you're thinking about booking, don’t hesitate, it’s an unforgettable adventure from start to finish.
David O.
11:37 04 Aug 25
It has always been a dream of mine to fly a simulator and they did an amazing job of ensuring I enjoyed every minute of it. Rob was professional and explained everything patiently. He helped me take off multiple times, land the plane in different conditions and even deal with emergencies. Absolutely recommend.
Ross M.
18:24 17 Jul 25
The experience was a birthday present. I had a great day, Adam and his colleague were terrific. Would recommend anyone with an interest in aircraft and flying to have a go. Thanks guys
Sam K.
18:27 08 Jun 25
Really loved the experience here. The team are enthusiastic, helpful, and the sim is outstanding. I'm not an Airbus pilot but it was incredible. The team clearly care a lot and operate with purpose. Thanks for a brilliant time.
G V
22:11 12 Apr 25
Great Experience! whole heartly recommend.
Barry H.
17:19 10 Apr 25
I treated my best friend to a simulated flight from Gatwick to Malaga ( a familiar route for him as a passenger). He was overwhelmed by the experience. Well done to all concerned . I cannot find the words. THANK YOU! to all involved.
Jo A.
15:28 03 Apr 25
Fantastic experience...expert tuition from Rob and Mark...totally recommended!
Simon T.
20:10 31 Mar 25
I don’t normally write reviews but we had 2 hours at 3twenty aviation last weekend. It was amazing! Our instructor was so knowledgeable and interesting. If you love aviation, I would absolutely recommend.
Tim R.
08:36 31 Mar 25
Thoroughly enjoyable experience for budding pilots and aviation geeks. Very realistic too. Thanks to Adam and Dan, friendly and knowledgeable. If you've ever wondered what it's like to fly an Airbus then this is your chance. Would definitely recommend.
joshua F.
16:15 20 Mar 25
The experience was unbelievable enjoyed every second of it, Joe and Robert were amazing I would 100% recommend to do this especially if you are an upcoming pilot
Izzy R.
18:14 17 Mar 25
A great experience for myself exploring new skills and insights into an exciting and hopeful career ahead. It was great talking to the instructors which made me feel at ease and welcome! Would definitely consider visiting again and recommend to others!!
Rachel F.
21:50 17 Feb 25
We took our daughter here for her 12th birthday and she had an absolutely amazing time. Owen and Rob were fantastic.
Rob guided our daughter throughout her experience and was so positive and informative.
Owen explained everything to us and went above and beyond with information for our daughter who wants to become a pilot. Will definitely be back! Thank you again!
Louise G.
12:49 17 Feb 25
I bought the experience for my 14 year old son as he expressed in interest in working for a commercial airline.
The experience was both informative and fun. We liked the fact that he could fly the Airbus on his own.
A really good morning and a great way to get some experience.
Thank you to Rob and Owen who were fantastic and really knowledgeable.
Shennon E.
15:40 20 Jan 25
Amazing!! This was the best experience I have ever done, definitely recommend whatever your skill level. Rob was my instructor and he was great! Both Rob and Dan made the experience 10/10. Will definitely be returning!
Vivien G.
17:46 15 Dec 24
What a great way to spend an afternoon! Had a wonderful time “flying” with my co pilot John! Learnt a lot and had an absolute blast. It feels so realistic! I even managed to stay on the runway after landing thanks to the great instruction! As a nervous flier this experience will definitely help me, now I understand a bit more what goes on. John and Joe were great and I can’t recommend this enough!
Kole Delaport 7
06:46 10 Dec 24
HIGHLY recommend!

My 12 year old son and his friend had the best day ever for his birthday.

No glitches.
Whole experience went smooth.
The team gave exceptional service.

You don’t have to be an aspiring pilot to attend, anyone can go and have a go.

We will be returning.

Thanks so much!
Oliver S.
13:49 03 Nov 24
Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Rob is very professional, friendly and although I was very rusty having not simmed in a year, Rob was patient and made the experience incredibly realistic and immersive. I will definitely be returning and cannot recommend this highly enough. Thanks also to Owen and Rory who were friendly, helpful and clearly passionate about aviation. It was the highlight of my birthday, thanks again.
Ollie

Frequently Asked Questions

Is your Simulator Certified?

NO it is not. We are not certified and no training can be logged. We offer the simulator at a price point to reflect that and we work hard to ensure it is the best it can be. We are confident that we have a great setup and you will be able to really build confidence for whatever you are focusing on. 

You can find us in Whiteley, Hampshire. Only minutes from the motorway junction with lots of free parking and other attractions nearby.

Click on the Book now buttons and follow the process. If there are any problems reach out and we will gladly assist. 

Yes we can capture video recording for you to analyse after. Free of charge for professional bookings and aspiring pilots.

Yes we sell gift vouchers for our Aspiring Pilots packages. Instant delivery make this the best option for a gift to someone who aspires to be an airline pilot. 

Please arrive promptly and wait in the lobby for the instructor to come and meet you. On weekends the door is locked so please use the intercom to let the instructor know you are waiting outside. Sometimes our sessions can over run so please bear with us and ensure you have some time afterwards to allow for this. 

Yes there is free car parking on site but please ensure you put your car registration in the IPAD as you enter the building to register your car and prevent a fine.

Yes! There is plenty of fast food options and you can bring your own. Food must be consumed out of the flight deck and drinks must be contained in one of our non-spill cups.

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