AviaSim Nice: Airbus A320 & F-35 Fighter Jet Simulators on the Promenade des Anglais

Flight Simulator Nice — Airbus A320 & F-35 Lightning II at AviaSim, Promenade des Anglais

Few flight simulator venues in the world can claim a more iconic address. AviaSim Nice is located inside the Novotel Arenas at 455 Promenade des Anglais — one of the most famous seafront boulevards on earth, steps from the Mediterranean and directly adjacent to Nice Côte d’Azur Airport, France’s second busiest international hub. Every day, aircraft follow the coastline past the Promenade on their way to and from LFMN — and at AviaSim Nice, you get to be at the controls.

The centre is equipped with two simulators: a full 1:1 scale Airbus A320 cockpit, and an F-35 Lightning II fighter jet simulator — the same combination offered at Lille and other premium AviaSim locations, but here with the added dimension of being in the heart of the Côte d’Azur. The result is one of the most memorable aviation experiences on the French Riviera, open to all ages from 10 years with no prior experience required.

Airbus A320 Simulator

The A320 is the aircraft that connects Nice to the world — Air France, easyJet, Vueling, Transavia, and British Airways all use Airbus A320 family aircraft on routes from Nice Côte d’Azur. At AviaSim Nice, you sit in the cockpit of that same aircraft type, with authentic fly-by-wire sidestick controls, ECAM displays, throttle quadrant, and autopilot all fully operational.

The 180° photorealistic HD visual system spans 24,000 airports worldwide. The Nice Côte d’Azur approach itself — a visual over the sea followed by a sharp turn onto finals over the Promenade — is one of the most visually spectacular in Europe and a natural first choice for a session here. Alternatively, choose Monaco’s Héliport, Cannes-Mandelieu, Corsica’s Bastia or Ajaccio, or any destination in the world. Your professional instructor is with you throughout, and up to three guests can join you in the rear seats at no extra cost.

F-35 Lightning II Fighter Jet Simulator

The Côte d’Azur has hosted some of the world’s most glamorous airshows at Nice and Cannes, and the F-35 Lightning II — the most advanced stealth combat aircraft ever built — is their modern centrepiece. At AviaSim Nice, the F-35 simulator puts you in the cockpit for high-G manoeuvres, supersonic runs, aerobatics, air combat, carrier operations, and tactical mission scenarios that are impossible in any commercial aircraft. The Pack Full Experience combining A320 and F-35 in one visit is particularly popular on the Côte d’Azur, where the clientele expects experiences at a certain level — and this delivers.

Session Options

Three packages are available on the Airbus A320:

Découverte Avion de Ligne — 45 minutes at the controls for €109, from takeoff to landing at the airport of your choice. The classic AviaSim experience and the most popular gift on the Riviera.

Forfait Duo — 60 minutes shared between two pilots for €169, flying as captain and first officer under instructor guidance. Ideal for couples visiting Nice, corporate colleagues, or parent-child sessions.

Forfait Évasion — 80 minutes for €199, covering every phase of flight from pre-departure through cruise, descent, and multiple approaches, with time for advanced manoeuvres.

The Pack Full Experience combines A320 and F-35 time in a single visit. All packages are available as gift vouchers — a digital boarding pass sent instantly by email, valid for 12 months, with no name, date, or price shown.

Fear of Flying Programme

Nice Côte d’Azur handles millions of international passengers annually, many of whom travel with persistent flight anxiety. The Stage Peur en Avion at AviaSim Nice is a 6-hour individual programme at the controls of the A320, led by a professional instructor who demystifies every sensation of commercial flight from the cockpit perspective. Sounds, vibrations, turbulence, power changes — everything that triggers anxiety in the cabin is explained and experienced in full control from the flight deck. The programme has a 97% success rate over more than 10 years.

Corporate and Team Building

AviaSim Nice has a dedicated meeting room with seminar facilities, making it an outstanding corporate venue for teams visiting the Côte d’Azur for conferences, seminars, or incentive events. The Novotel Arenas’ restaurant and bar add a natural post-simulation debrief option without leaving the building.

Plan Your Visit

AviaSim Nice is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00, inside the Novotel Arenas at 455 Promenade des Anglais, 06000 Nice. By bus, take Lignes d’Azur routes 23 or 99 (Airport shuttle) to the Arenas stop. By tram, take line T2 to Arenas-Aéroport. Free parking is available at the Novotel. Book online at aviasim.fr or call +33 4 93 08 99 50. For weekdays, book at least 10 days ahead; for weekends and peak Riviera season, one month’s notice is strongly recommended.