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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

Invest in Aviation Training in Manhattan

Aviator.NYC is expanding its training operation in Hudson Square, Manhattan. Explore leaseback, capital partnership, and sponsorship models for FAA-certified aviation training devices serving the largest aviation market in the Northeast.

Flight simulator cockpit in a professional aviation training facility
Hudson Square
Manhattan Location
FAA Certified
AATD & FTD Paths
Growing Demand
Expanding Aviation Market

Airframe Options

Four simulator platforms covering widebody, narrowbody, and general aviation segments — each serving distinct pilot populations in the New York market.

Boeing 777
Widebody

Boeing 777

Type-rating prep, jet transition pilots, aviation enthusiasts

FTD Level 4 or AATD

The most popular widebody in North American fleets, attracting pilots preparing for type ratings and those seeking advanced jet experience.

Boeing 737
Narrowbody

Boeing 737

Type-rating prep, jet transition pilots, supplemental proficiency

FTD Level 4 or AATD

The most widely operated commercial jet globally, serving pilots preparing for type ratings and those needing supplemental proficiency outside formal airline programs.

Airbus A320
Narrowbody

Airbus A320

Type-rating prep, fly-by-wire transition, sidestick familiarization

FTD Level 4 or AATD

Growing fleet share in the U.S. market, with unique fly-by-wire training demand from pilots transitioning to Airbus types.

Cirrus Aircraft (SR20/SR22/SF50)
General Aviation

Cirrus Aircraft (SR20/SR22/SF50)

Private pilots, instrument training, Cirrus transition

AATD

The top-selling GA piston and personal jet line, with a loyal owner community seeking simulator proficiency.

Why Manhattan

New York City offers a unique combination of pilot density, institutional demand, and corporate market access that no other U.S. metro can match for simulator utilization.

Diverse Pilot Demand

Recreational pilots pursuing advanced ratings, owner-pilots transitioning to single-pilot jets, type-rating candidates preparing for checkrides, and airline pilots seeking supplemental proficiency training.

50+ Universities in NYC Metro

Columbia, NYU, CUNY, and dozens more institutions create demand for aviation courses, STEM programs, and university partnership training blocks.

Corporate Aviation Market

Wall Street firms, Fortune 500 headquarters, and corporate flight departments create demand for team-building events and executive aviation experiences.

Transit Accessible Location

Hudson Square is served by multiple subway lines (1, A, C, E) and is walkable from major transit hubs, making the facility accessible without a car.

Office Space for Installation

The existing facility in Lower Manhattan has the infrastructure and layout to accommodate additional simulator installations.

Established Training Operation

An active student base, instructor roster, and FAA-approved curriculum provide immediate utilization for any new simulator from day one.

Investment Models

Three flexible structures designed to match different levels of involvement, capital commitment, and return expectations.

Leaseback

You own it, we operate it

Purchase a flight simulator and lease it to Aviator.NYC for operation in our Manhattan facility. You retain ownership while we handle scheduling, maintenance, and instructor staffing.

  • Full asset ownership with depreciation benefits
  • Revenue share from simulator utilization
  • No operational management required
  • Flexible lease term structure

Capital Partnership

Co-invest, co-benefit

Co-invest in the acquisition and installation of a new simulator. Partners share in revenue proportional to their capital contribution, with Aviator.NYC managing all operations.

  • Lower individual capital commitment
  • Proportional revenue sharing
  • Access to established training operation
  • Shared risk and shared upside

Sponsorship

Brand visibility meets aviation

Sponsor a simulator installation for brand exposure in a high-traffic Manhattan training facility. Includes naming rights, training allocations, and corporate event access.

  • Brand visibility in a premium Manhattan location
  • Training hour allocations for your organization
  • Corporate event and team-building access
  • Association with aviation education and STEM

Revenue Streams

Multiple training segments drive consistent simulator utilization across weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Instrument Proficiency Checks

FTD certification enables IPCs in the simulator, serving pilots maintaining instrument currency without needing an aircraft.

Type-Rating Prep

Pilots preparing for airline or corporate type-rating checkrides.

University Partnerships

Structured training blocks for collegiate aviation and STEM programs.

Corporate Team Building

Corporate groups and team events in a professional cockpit environment.

Fear of Flying Programs

Therapeutic desensitization programs for anxious travelers.

Youth Aviation & STEM

Educational programs for K-12 students and after-school aviation clubs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about investment opportunities at Aviator.NYC.

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