The Sky Combat Experience

$999.00 - LIKE LASER TAG IN THE SKY

You fly the plane and compete in the ultimate competitive aerial combat!

When paintball feels like child's play and go-kart racing doesn't rev your engine, it's time to up the ante. The Sky Combat Experience offers the ultimate high-octane showdown: Real aerial dogfighting in the skies over Las Vegas.


Challenge your friends, family, or colleagues to settle the score in the perfect arena: the open sky. Whether it's showing up your cocky co-worker or finally proving you're the family Ace, there's nothing quite like the rush of getting that first air-to-air “kill” as you watch smoke pour out of your adversaries aircraft!

Two red and blue airplanes are flying side by side in the sky
A man wearing sunglasses and headphones is sitting in a plane
A woman wearing sunglasses and headphones is sitting in a plane
A plane is flying through the air with smoke coming out of it

What You'll Get in the Sky Combat Experience:

A yellow and white plane is flying in the sky next to another plane.

They say the sky is the limit. We say it's your battlefield.

Yes, YOU Fly a Real Stunt Plane!

This isn’t a simulation - this is the only place in the world where civilians can do realistic aerial dogfighting at up to 8 times the force of gravity!


Get behind the controls of the world’s most advanced, unlimited aerobatic machine, the Extra 330 - no experience required. Each aircraft is equipped with dual flight controls, so your expert SCA instructor pilot will back you up while you and your challenger focus on the thrill of air-to-air combat.

Authentic Fighter Pilot Experience

You’ll learn to execute tactical maneuvers like barrel rolls, high-G turns, loops, high yo-yo’s, one and two-circle fights, as well as evasive maneuvers as you try and “shoot down” your opponent.


This experience was crafted by our founder "Tex," a veteran U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter pilot, based on real military combat tactics. This is as real as it gets without signing up for a 12 year commitment in the Armed Services!

Competition on Steroids

It’s time to elevate your competitive streak, pick your contenders, and throw down the gauntlet! Perfect for a head-to-head battle or larger groups that want a challenge.


Face off in a series of heart-pounding aerial dogfights to prove who’s the true Ace of the skies.


Battle it out over three to five exhilarating combat engagements—remember, there are no trophies for second place!

How It Works: From Pre-Flight Briefing to Sky Dominance

  1. Gear Up & Get Briefed: Safety is our top priority, so you’re fully prepared for the skies. Start with a mission briefing led by your instructor pilot, who will teach you the art of aerial combat and tactical maneuvering. Suit up, claim your callsign, and get ready to rumble.

  2. Climb to Altitude: After takeoff, your instructor pilot takes you up to the combat zone and sets the stage for battle.

  3. Face Off at the Merge: Once the battleground is set, your opponent’s plane closes in for the merge. This is where things heat up.

  4. Take Control: Your instructor hands you the flight controls - it’s time to unleash your inner fighter pilot. Duck, weave, and dive through the skies as you try to outfly and outwit your rival.

  5. Lock and Fire: Use our proprietary optical targeting system to get behind your opponent, lock on, and fire. A burst of airshow smoke from your opponent signals your victory for this engagement as their plane “tumbles” out of the fight.

  6. Rinse and Repeat: Then you respawn and go again! Best 3 out of 5 wins, so every round counts!

Want to Level Up?


Customize your experience with any of the incredible add-ons below:

  • Red Rock Canyon Scenic Thrill Ride

    Strap in for a seriously up-close-and-personal view of the magnificent cliffs of Red Rock Canyon, like you’ve never seen them before. Marvel as sheer sandstone cliff faces go whizzing by so close you could reach out and touch them, in this mind-bending scenic flight that’ll take your breath away for all the right reasons. With its uninterrupted 360° wraparound canopy, you’ll have a front row seat to see the stunning Las Vegas canyons like only the bighorn sheep do!

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  • Full-Throttle Advanced Aerobatics

    Ramp up the adrenaline and fun with a full-on aerobatic profile that’s guaranteed to knock your socks off. We’ll build on the basic maneuvers, and dial things up to show you exactly what the world’s most advanced stunt plane can really do. Defy gravity with tailslides, turn your world upside-down with inverted flat spins, and flip out with the infamous lomcevak tumble - the closest thing to controlled chaos you’ll ever experience.


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  • Simulated Airstrike Mission

    Based on real-life military tactics and created by our founder and veteran F-16 fighter pilot Tex, this adrenaline-fueled adventure tips the fun-meter off the charts! Experience high-speed, low-level proximity flying that gets your heart racing. In this simulated fighter jet bombing mission, you’ll be tasked with neutralizing an enemy threat concealed in an underground bunker in the desert.

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Why Choose the Sky Combat Experience?


The Ultimate Adrenaline Rush

Think driving supercars in Las Vegas is exciting? The Sky Combat Experience cranks up the rush to new heights. Instead of hugging asphalt, you’re slicing through the open skies in unlimited aerobatic planes, battling it out for aerial supremacy with zero speed limits. It’s the perfect mix of strategy, skill, and adrenaline, leaving other competitive activities eating your vapor trails.


Challenge Your Wits and Skill

This isn’t just about speed - it’s about the satisfaction of outmaneuvering your opponent. You’ll need tactical precision, quick reflexes, and nerves of steel to win! Ditch the racetrack or paintball arena: this is a test of brains and bravery, with victory awarded to the sharpest flier.


Couples Therapy with Altitude

Why argue over where to eat when you can battle it out in the sky? Prove who’s the real Ace in your relationship and settle the score with a duel that’s way more fun than couples’ counseling. Don’t worry - you’ll both leave grinning (even if one of you is washing dishes for a month).


A Truly Unforgettable Group Experience

Forget the same old Vegas thrills - this is where rivalries are settled, bonds are forged, and legends are made. Whether you’re rallying the crew for a bachelor or bachelorette party, lining up your colleagues for a team-building exercise that actually excites, or throwing down with friends to see who’s the real champ, the Sky Combat Experience delivers a rush you’ll still be talking about years later.


Real planes. Real dogfights. Real bragging rights. Strap in, squad up, and let the skies decide.

Pricing & Booking:


This package is ideal for groups of 2 or more, but don’t worry if you’re on a solo mission, we’re always happy to provide you with an adversary aircraft if needed!


  • Groups of 2 or More Fliers: $999 per person (plus fuel surcharge)


  • Single Flier: $1,499 per person (plus fuel surcharge). Price includes the costs associated with launching an adversary aircraft for the full dogfighting experience


  • Group discounts available for 7 or more – perfect for team-building, bachelor/bachelorette parties, birthdays or bucket-list events! Please schedule a complimentary consultation with our VIP Concierge for your exclusive group discount. 

Experience Details:


Your adventure begins the moment we pick you up from your hotel. Here's what awaits:


  1. Complimentary Pickup and Drop-off
    We’ll pick you up from your Las Vegas Strip or Downtown hotel (some restrictions apply—seating is limited).

  2. Rockstar Welcome at the SCA Hangar
    Meet your SCA fighter pilots, get suited up with your personalized callsign, and prepare for your areal combat experience.

  3. Comprehensive Pre-Flight Briefing
    Safety is our number one priority, and your pilot will ensure you’re fully prepared to take the controls with confidence.

  4. Fight on, fight on, fight on!
    Experience 25-30 minutes of hands-on competitive fun (total flight time varies depending on package selected).

  5. Celebrate & Preview Your Flight Video
    We capture your airshow moment with multi-angle HD footage, including an optional 360° view. Professional video and photo packages are available for purchase, giving you a one-of-a-kind keepsake that lets you relive the thrill long after you’ve touched down.


What Our Aces Are Saying

Jacob F.

I visited Sky Combat Ace in Las Vegas and engaged in combat vs another customer- a young man 40 years younger than me, with four years flying experience. Considering all that, I was happy to get one kill to his two… and I made him work for those. Good luck finding a thrill-ride better than this. Never in my life thought I’d engage in a literal dogfight.

Alex L.

Absolutely incredible experience and worth every penny. I came to Vegas specifically for this and to do the sky combat package. Even the flight out to the training ground was great and the engaging in 4 dogfights plus all the acrobatics maneuvers made for an incredible experience.

Roger J.

Bought as a birthday present for my 14 year old son and it was a unique and amazing way to spend time together. The team at Sky Combat Ace is first class and will make it as extreme or low key as you want the experience to be. We did the dogfighting experience and can honestly say this is an adventure not to be missed!

Christopher L.

Tex and Chris were awesome and we had an absolute blast! Both my friend and I dreamt of being fighter pilots as kids and it was so much fun dogfighting each other. What a rush, can’t recommend it enough!

Jacob F.

I visited Sky Combat Ace in Las Vegas and engaged in combat vs another customer- a young man 40 years younger than me, with four years flying experience. Considering all that, I was happy to get one kill to his two… and I made him work for those. Good luck finding a thrill-ride better than this. Never in my life thought I’d engage in a literal dogfight.

Alex L.

Absolutely incredible experience and worth every penny. I came to Vegas specifically for this and to do the sky combat package. Even the flight out to the training ground was great and the engaging in 4 dogfights plus all the acrobatics maneuvers made for an incredible experience.

Ready to Take Your Game to the Skies?


Don't just break the mold—shatter it. The Sky Combat Experience takes your competitive edge to a whole new altitude! Slots are limited, so book your mission now and prepare for an adventure that's anything but ordinary.

Limited Availability

Fly With Veteran Pilots


Our pilots are some of the best in the business, hand picked from the Air Force, Navy, Marines, and NASA, as well as some of the most talented aviators from the civilian world.

Tailored For You


Unlike most other thrill rides, we can cater the experience exactly to your comfort level. Your pilot will work with you to make it fun! Rest assured, you are in good hands at SCA.

Bring Your Friends


Bring your friends and family to SCA! Our facilities always feature great amenities, including lounge, music, refreshments, and fighter pilot memorabilia, as well as games such as foosball or pool.

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