
Category: Customer Examples

Volair Sim Chassis for Day Trading
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date November 13, 2024
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Volair Sim Chassis for Day Trading
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Are you, perhaps, a day trader during the week and a pilot on weekends and after-hours? If so, you may be interested in using Volair Sim chassis as a comfortable and ergonomic day-trading station, while retaining its full capability as a flight sim cockpit. Over the years we have had a number of day traders who use Volair Sim either as a standalone day trading set-up or use it as a flightsim/daytrading combo.
Here is an example of Volair Sim with ThinkorSwim software. Day trading, not unlike flight simulation, requires a powerful computer so “repurposing” the flight-sim PC (and displays) for day trading without the need (and expense) for additional dedicated hardware is a big cost save.
The triple display stand and the large displays are perfect for charts, stock scanners, where the (optional) G1000 displays mounted to the Volair Sim Avionics Panel can be used for additional windows. One can use the iPad holder to mount the iPad which may be handy during trading (or serve as a back-up to close out a position in case of the software crash, etc.).
The supportive genuine racing seat is perfect for hours of comfortable trading. One can even use the left-hand mount for the (much needed) beverage holder!

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Volair Sim Cockpit with FlightSimBuilder GNS 530
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date January 25, 2024
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Volair Sim Cockpit with FlightSimBuilder GNS 530
- January 25, 2024
Here is an unedited review by our customer, Randy. He writes,
“The Volair sim cockpit has functioned extremely well for me for flight simulation (both MSFS and X-Plane).
The cockpit assembled relative easily; I’ve also added Volair arm rests (sold separately). The seat is comfortable and allows for adjustment both forward and back as well as tilt. The former is particularly helpful, as it eases getting in and out, and with grandchildren as young as five also wanting to try simming, easily moving the seat far forward to help them reach the yoke.
The setup includes an Alpha yoke and Bravo throttle quadrant along with the three iPad panels for primary flight instruments, engine and power management, flap and gear settings, etc. (via Air Manager, on two panels), a moving map (via Navigraph), as well as Logitech Radio Panel for com and nav and multi-panel for autopilot.
I list these here as they are all contained within the basic Volair cockpit and provide all the instrumentation needed to fly realistic flights across a broad range of scenarios.
It is important to note that the sizes of the iPads vary to fit the cockpit panels; XForcePC.com has information and videos discussing those sizes. In addition to what mounts within the cockpit, the Bravo quadrant attaches to the base frame via an arm that can be adjusted inward or outward. To the top of the Bravo, I’ve mounted a FlightSimBuilder GNS 530 that enables more direct manual rather than mouse control of that system.
Rudder pedals fit directly under the cockpit; positions as well as the tilt of the rudder platform can be adjusted as needed.
All in all, it takes a bit of fiddling to decide what works best for you, but once that’s done it works great.
In addition, I recently discovered one missing part needed to properly assemble one side of the arm rest. I contacted Volair and their customer service was outstanding. They told me that in their experience this had never happened before, and while they did not have a spare part on hand, to avoid a delay they would take one from a complete set they had in stock and send it out that same day – that’s great service!”



Avionics Panel – RealSimGear G1000 and Virtual Fly controllers – User Example
- July 10, 2023
The Volair Sim Avionics Panel G1000 is compatible with the following accessories:
- Volair Sim chassis (all versions)
- RealSimGear G1000 Suite (PDF, MFD, GMA audio panel)
- Honeycomb Bravo Throttle Quadrant
- Logitech Pro Flight Instruments
Compatible with the following yokes:
Features:
- Powder-coated steel construction with padded carbon-fiber-look glare-shield with hand-stitching
- Includes seat riser kit (P/N: VS-SRK) which allows the Volair Sim Chassis users to increase seat height by 3” to improve monitor visibility over the panel glare-shield
- Attaches in minutes to your Volair Sim cockpit (no drilling)
- AMPS STANDARD (38mmx30mm) ball mount drill pattern and space for attaching a tablet (e.g. iPad or iPad mini). Note: Ball mount is not provided.
- Example: RAM Mounts Ball Adapter with AMPS Plate RAM-B-347U with B Size 1″ Ball
- Up to two (2) Logitech (Saitek) Pro Flight (rectangular) instruments. One instrument can be mounted to the left of Yoke. Second instrument can be mounted in the space reserved for the Honeycomb Bravo Throttle Quadrant using the provided adapter plate.
- Up to three (3) Logitech (Saitek) Flight Instrument Panels (e.g. Airspeed Indicator, Attitude Indicator, and Altimeter as back-up instruments) that can be mounted using the provided adapter plate.
Please see the Installation Manual.
- G1000 PDF and MDF, electronic components or controllers are not included.
- We recommend using 32″ monitors as max size if using the Avionics Panel with the Volair Sim cockpit. If using the Triple Monitor Stand, the max display size is 46″.
- Item #: VS-AP1-G1000
Avionics Panel – G1000 User Example
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date June 27, 2023
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Avionics Panel – G1000 User Example
- June 27, 2023
The Volair Sim Avionics Panel G1000 is compatible with the following accessories:
- Volair Sim chassis (all versions)
- RealSimGear G1000 Suite (PDF, MFD, GMA audio panel)
- Honeycomb Bravo Throttle Quadrant
- Logitech Pro Flight Instruments
Compatible with the following yokes:
Features:
- Powder-coated steel construction with padded carbon-fiber-look glare-shield with hand-stitching
- Includes seat riser kit (P/N: VS-SRK) which allows the Volair Sim Chassis users to increase seat height by 3” to improve monitor visibility over the panel glare-shield
- Attaches in minutes to your Volair Sim cockpit (no drilling)
- AMPS STANDARD (38mmx30mm) ball mount drill pattern and space for attaching a tablet (e.g. iPad or iPad mini). Note: Ball mount is not provided.
- Example: RAM Mounts Ball Adapter with AMPS Plate RAM-B-347U with B Size 1″ Ball
- Up to two (2) Logitech (Saitek) Pro Flight (rectangular) instruments. One instrument can be mounted to the left of Yoke. Second instrument can be mounted in the space reserved for the Honeycomb Bravo Throttle Quadrant using the provided adapter plate.
- Up to three (3) Logitech (Saitek) Flight Instrument Panels (e.g. Airspeed Indicator, Attitude Indicator, and Altimeter as back-up instruments) that can be mounted using the provided adapter plate.
Please see the Installation Manual.
- G1000 PDF and MDF, electronic components or controllers are not included.
- We recommend using 32″ monitors as max size if using the Avionics Panel with the Volair Sim cockpit. If using the Triple Monitor Stand, the max display size is 46″.
- Item #: VS-AP1-G1000

Using Thrustmaster TPR (pendular) Rudder Pedals with No Modifications to Volair Sim Cockpit
- January 26, 2023

Volair Sim Cockpit and Avionics Panel – Customer Story
- October 27, 2022


Volair Sim Cockpit and Avionics Panel – Customer Review
- June 8, 2022




Fitting Thrustmaster TPR Rudder Pedals – Customer Modification
- December 1, 2021
One of our customers, Mike made a pretty simple yet clever adaptation to fit the Thrustmaster TPR “pendular” rudder pedals. Mike writes,
“My friend and I came up with our own solution. We are both former AF pilots and current B-767 pilots and we felt the other method put the pedals way too high to be natural or comfortable. By putting them on the floor and just a little off the floor in this way there is just enough room for full movement and your feet. Now that I know it works I can cover with the black matting material to make it look better.”

Combat Cockpit – Customer Example
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date October 13, 2021
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Combat Cockpit – Customer Example
- October 13, 2021
One of our customers, Charles, set us a current built of his ever-evolving cockpit.
Charles writes, “My VolairSim is still going strong, thinking about evolving my rig a bit more with a motion platform.
Current config here if you’re curious: https://flightsimguy.com/nimitz/
Thanks again for making such a great product.”

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Mounting Honeycomb Bravo Throttle Quadrant
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date July 2, 2021
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Mounting Honeycomb Bravo Throttle Quadrant
- July 2, 2021

Josh has provided an update on his cockpit build. As you can see, Josh has relocated the keyboard to the left and mounted Honeycomb Bravo to the Avionics Table so that he can use both the Thrustmaster HOTAS and the traditional yoke/throttle configuration.
Josh writes,
“I used 1” x 1” x 1/8” Aluminum Angle, 1” flat Aluminum for bracing on the backside,
M5 Bolts, nuts and spacers, and the factory screws on top of the Bravo.
(And a splash of black paint ^^)”
We thank Josh for providing the photos and write-up of this very clever installation.

Excellent Cable Management, iPad, and Avionics Panel – Customer Example
- May 28, 2021

Josh, one of our customers sent us this photo of his set-up. Note excellent cable management and overall very clean implementation. Cable management can be accomplished via black zip-ties and self-adhesive mounting pads that allow you to route cables along the metal brackets. The iPad is running FltPlanGo which is an excellent and free EFB.

Volair Sim at Massey University – School of Aviation in New Zealand
- May 24, 2021

Volair Sim cockpits have made it all the way to New Zealand!
Check out the photo of work in progress sent to us by Glenn Ross from School of Aviation at Massey University which is located in Palmerson North.

Honeycomb Alpha Yoke and Bravo Throttle Quadrant with Triple Curved 32″ Monitors
- March 25, 2021

John, one of your customers writes,
“Thought you might like to see the latest updates to my volairsim cockpit. Photos attached.
After my grandson discovered a nice 3 -monitor configuration on your website, I (or should I say, he…) decided it was time to ditch the 43″ TV I was using – even though it worked well overall – and go for the 3 monitor configuration. I also purchased the 32″ curved ViewSonic monitors and they work very well. I won’t go into the installation since that was more than adequately covered by the other person. While side distortion is unavoidable, it’s something we can tolerate until such time, if ever, FS2020 supports multiple viewports.
I originally had my Bravo throttle quadrant mounted next to its sibling yoke but it never felt very comfortable there – always felt too high. I had some pre-cut 3/4″ aluminum angle that was almost the exact lengths I needed – when does that ever happen? I built a small platform under the right side and mounted the throttle about 6″ lower than it would otherwise sit. Feels much better now.”


Triple Curved 32″ Monitors – Customer Example
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date December 21, 2020
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Triple Curved 32″ Monitors – Customer Example
- December 21, 2020




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Cessna 172 with XPlane 11 Cockpit
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date November 18, 2020
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Cessna 172 with XPlane 11 Cockpit
Rich S., one of our customers, just sent us an e-mail with his newly constructed cockpit based around the Volair Sim chassis and the Volair Sim Avionics Panel.
Rich writes, “I just completed the latest (but never last!) touches to my sim. I started it in July with the Volair chassis and seat, avionics panel and triple monitor stand. They’re awesome and form the basis for my system. I have the Logitech yoke, rudder pedals, radio, multi and switch panels. The TPM (throttle, propeller and mixture) controls, as well as the compass and carb heat controls are from SimMax.It.
I modified the lower right blank panel cover to provide a mount for the TPM and carb heat. The flight instruments are displayed on a Neewer 11.6 in. touchscreen running Air Manager with a Knobster to control the rotary knobs, such as the heading bug. I cut out the steel slats from the center of the avionics panel to fit the touchscreen in. The lower left screen is an iPad running ForeFlight in simulator mode, which provides a moving map for situational awareness.
The large monitors are 27 in. P2719H Dells. The computer is a Dell 8960 desktop with an i9 9900 chip and NVIDIA 2080 graphics card. I’m running X-Plane 11 with the Cessna 172SP Skyhawk, as it is the plane I have been flying as a private pilot (at least until COVID-19 hit!).
I installed two Arduino Mega 2560 boards, one for the compass running MobiFlight, and the second using SimVim for the carb heat, primer and Avionics Master 2 switch, which is missing from the Logitech switch panel. The display shows a flight over Philadelphia with the custom scenery I downloaded from X-Plane.org. I’ve also been shooting ILS and GPS approaches with the X-Plane G530 GPS.”
We think that Rich’s build represent an excellent example of customer creativity and clever customization based on the foundation that is provided by the Volair Sim components. Well done!



Creative Use of Volair Sim Avionics Panel with Touch Displays
- May 26th, 2020
Here is an example of creative adaptation of Volair Sim Avionics Panel by Sean, one of our customers. Sean used a 13.3″ TouchScreen monitor (right side on the panel) as an additional display while having enough room for one Logitech modules above. The center display on the panel is an iPad and to the left you see two Logitech modules.
Sean writes:
“I use that screen (connected as a fourth display) to fullscreen Pilot2ATC. If I can figure out how to get a fifth display running on my machine, I’ll likely add another one on the left side and move the two control panels to the middle getting rid of the iPad that’s there. The bezels holding the ipad on are ones I designed and printed on my 3D printer.
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Love the sim chassis. It’s very comfortable.”

Coping With The Pandemic-Induced Isolation
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date May 20, 2020
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Coping With The Pandemic-Induced Isolation
- May 20th, 2020
A heartfelt review from Adam, one of our recent customers, that made us realize that Volair Sim can help people cope with the isolation caused by the pandemic and provide an escape from the bleak world situation.
Adam writes:
“I might have a setup that is a bit different than most. I have recently migrated to VR flight for training purposes which is the reason for the one display. There are aspects I do miss about the triple monitor setup.
It’s my simulation room, the cockpit and my VR goggles. Once I load everything up I am in another world. Without the volair cockpit experience it definitely wouldn’t be as realistic as I would want it to be. The reason I say all this is because I want you and the team, even the CEO to know not only does the volairsim setup enhance my experience for training purposes but its literally been medicine for me to have this setup and configuration in my life. I am beyond thankful that I chose your company when I was on the market to make an investment into my simulation experience. The entire cockpit is modular and I have lost count on how many times I have been able to reconfigure and test new ideas out on this. We have a very short life on this planet and I’m glad there is a team of people out there producing cockpits like these. It’s changed my life and i’m almost certain that I’m not the only one.
Just wanted you and your team to know that. Thanks for all you do!”
Volair Sim Racing Set-Up
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date November 8, 2019
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Volair Sim Racing Set-Up
- November 8th, 2019
Since many of our customer examples focus on flight sim configurations, it is nice to see that racing enthusiasts are also using the Volair Sim to increase their driving proficiency. Below is a review from David who has built a racing sim centered around the Volair Sim chassis. David’s review:
“This is an amazing simulator Rig and built really well that I use it for Sim Racing and some VR stuff mainly racing. After three years of using the Volair Sim I have had zero problems and am glad I chose this rig. Their may be better certainly less expensive, but it is an impressive piece of equipment. The first 2 years I owned this rig I helped me improve my driving skills 100%.
With an adjustable seat that reclines and moves forward and backward makes it real comfortable to race in. With a bad back that means I can make adjustments to my seating so I can race in longer races during a race.
Volair gives you enough accessories to do a lot with your gear. I took some of them and moved them around to hold my VR head set and gloves.
The triple screen monitor stand can wiggle a little when things get exciting but not much of a distraction and not too often. Volair fixed that after my purchase with a new stand alone monitor stand.
I have 3 27” Viewsonic high end monitors that are a little beefy. One thing to look for is the monitor you choose and where the cable hook ups are for the. The vesa mount can be in the way and a cable may not fit or plug in. I had 3 beautiful no border 28” Acer monitors I had to substitute for the Viewsonic Monitors. It may not be the case with the new stand alone stand.
I had no problem with assembly or parts missing or left over and only took one short evening to assemble.
I have read reviews that people complain about what to do with wires dangling all over. Use your imagination because there’s a lot out there to take care of that.
I could ramble all day but I get lost with reviews. You won’t be disappointed with this choice so If its in you price range the pick Volair you won’t regret it.”



Example of Volair Sim With 4th Display
- Post author By volairsim
- Post date May 21, 2019
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Example of Volair Sim With 4th Display
- May 21st, 2019
It’s cold and rainy here in Indy, but nothing perks us up like a beautiful Volair Sim setup by one of our favorite Canadian customers.
Jean-Oliver said, “I wanted to take the time to thank you for having invented this wonderful product which for 2 years makes me experience beautiful moments of flight. I send you photos of my installations. I add a fourth screen that serves as a dashboard.”
This fourth screen installation is really creative. We had to know more about size, installation, usage, etc. and figured everyone else would like to know too. Jean-Oliver was kind enough to send us the details:
“I only install with screw the support of my screen to your table. I can change the angle of my screen with my support. The screen does not block the field of view, but you must adjust the mount of the 3 screens to its highest. The advantage of this fourth screen allows me to play other games that do not require 3 screens. This screen is closer to play other games. The fourth screen has 24 inch, but it is possible to install a 27 inch. The other 3 screens have 27 inches.”
The other interesting modification is the modification to the center mount in order to extend the reach of the Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog joystick:
Jean-Olivier writes, “You can see on another picture that I have the joystick holder flipped to install an extension for this one. Here is the link for extensions (good quality).”
Great job Jean-Olivier and we think your photos and instructions will help a lot of fellow flight simmers. Thank you!