The Redbird FMX Full-Motion Simulator
Available 24 Hours a Day • 7 Days a Week • 365 Days a Year
Experience the Next Level of Flight Training at Palo Alto Airport
Bay Area Urban Eagles is excited to offer access to the state-of-the-art Redbird FMX Full-Motion Flight Simulator at our Aviation and STEAM Center located at Palo Alto Airport (PAO).
Conveniently located at 1901 Embarcadero Road, Suite 102, Palo Alto, CA, between West Valley Flying Club and Cloud 9 Café, the FMX provides pilots and aviation enthusiasts with year-round access to one of the most advanced flight training devices available.
The Redbird FMX is an FAA-approved Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) designed to enhance pilot training, proficiency, and confidence through an immersive and highly realistic flight experience. Featuring full-motion capability, advanced avionics, and customizable training scenarios, the FMX allows users to safely practice everything from basic flight maneuvers to complex instrument procedures and emergency situations.
Aircraft Configurations Available
The simulator is configured to support two of the most popular training and personal aircraft platforms:
✈ Cessna 172 Skyhawk with Garmin G1000 Avionics
✈ Cirrus SR22 with Perspective by Garmin Avionics
These configurations provide an excellent platform for primary flight training, instrument proficiency, transition training, flight reviews, and recurrent training.
Why Train in the FMX?
• FAA-approved AATD training credits
• Full-motion realism and immersive flight experience
• Instrument training and proficiency practice
• Emergency and abnormal procedure training
• Weather-independent flight sessions
• Cost-effective alternative to aircraft rental
• Flexible scheduling with 24/7 member access
• Ideal for students, certificated pilots, and aviation enthusiasts
Whether you're pursuing your first pilot certificate, preparing for an instrument rating, maintaining proficiency, or simply exploring the world of aviation, the Redbird FMX offers a safe, efficient, and engaging training environment.
Getting Started
To begin using the simulator, complete the registration process and required pre-checkout quiz using the links below.
Step 1: Complete the Registration Form
Step 2: Complete the Simulator Orientation Quiz
After completion, a Bay Area Urban Eagles representative will contact you to schedule your simulator checkout and orientation session.
Membership & Rental Information
For membership options, simulator rental rates, checkout procedures, or group training opportunities, please contact us.
Bay Area Urban Eagles Simulator Center
📞 (650) 906-7937
📧 [email protected]
We look forward to helping you build skills, maintain proficiency, and experience the future of aviation training.