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Strap into a two-seat pod and ride a full 360° simulator at Excalibur on the Las Vegas Strip. Short, intense, and mechanically precise, the Max Flight gives coaster-level thrills without the outdoor logistics—ideal for city thrill-seekers.
Strap into a two-seat pod and ride a full 360° simulator at Excalibur on the Las Vegas Strip. Short, intense, and mechanically precise, the Max Flight gives coaster-level thrills without the outdoor logistics—ideal for city thrill-seekers.
You step off the Strip into the artificial hum of the Excalibur arcade and feel the motors before you see the machine: compact, two-seat pods that promise a full 360° flight. The lights of the casino blur as the simulator tilts, the seat’s actuators daring you to trust the machine. For a few intense minutes you trade neon for engineered G-forces—the sensation of diving, banking and looping without ever leaving the building.
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Operated by MGM Resorts International · Las Vegas, Nevada
You step off the Strip into the artificial hum of the Excalibur arcade and feel the motors before you see the machine: compact, two-seat pods that promise a full 360° flight. The lights of the casino blur as the simulator tilts, the seat’s actuators daring you to trust the machine. For a few intense minutes you trade neon for engineered G-forces—the sensation of diving, banking and looping without ever leaving the building.
Excalibur itself opened in 1990 as a medieval-themed resort on the Las Vegas Strip, a showpiece of themed casino design. The Max Flight follows a parallel lineage: commercial flight-simulation technology adapted for entertainment, blending motion platforms with immersive visuals to mimic roller-coaster dynamics in a condensed footprint.
Culturally this is classic Las Vegas—adrenaline packaged as attraction rather than wilderness. Geologically the ride sits on the Las Vegas Valley basin; outside, the Mojave’s low ridgelines and sunbaked stone define the horizon you can glimpse from the Strip.
Practical guidance: rides run 3–15 minutes; expect short waits at off-peak hours and longer lines on weekend evenings. Riders must meet height (42" with an adult; 48" to ride alone) and weight (500 lb combined) limits; all sales are final. Stow loose items, secure eyewear, and avoid heavy meals if you’re sensitive to motion.
This is a high-intensity, accessible thrill for city-based adventurers who want a compressed dose of coaster physics without the outdoor logistics. Go early in the day if you want shorter queues; if you get queasy, sit out and watch a session to judge intensity.
easy.
3–15 minutes.
No special fitness required beyond the ability to sit and brace; not recommended for those with certain cardiac or vestibular conditions.
You can often buy walk-up tickets, but booking ahead secures a time slot—instant confirmation is provided for online purchases.
Guests must be at least 42" to ride with a responsible adult and 48" to ride alone; the combined weight limit per two-seat pod is 500 lbs.
The attraction area is accessible, but riders usually must transfer out of wheelchairs into the simulator seat—contact the venue ahead for accommodation details.
All sales are final; the operator does not offer refunds or exchanges once purchased.
Excalibur opened in 1990 as a medieval-themed resort; attractions like Max Flight adapt aviation and coaster technologies for indoor entertainment on the Strip.
Large casino resorts consume significant energy and water; opt for public transit to the Strip and support venues that report sustainability initiatives to reduce your trip’s footprint.
MGM Resorts International operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the Strip into the artificial hum of the Excalibur arcade and feel the motors before you see the machine: compact, two-seat pods that promise a full 360° flight. The lights of the casino blur as the simulator tilts, the seat’s actuators daring you to trust the machine. For a few intense minutes you trade neon for engineered G-forces—the sensation of diving, banking and looping without ever leaving the building.
You step off the Strip into the artificial hum of the Excalibur arcade and feel the motors before you see the machine: compact, two-seat pods that promise a full 360° flight. The lights of the casino blur as the simulator tilts, the seat’s actuators daring you to trust the machine. For a few intense minutes you trade neon for engineered G-forces—the sensation of diving, banking and looping without ever leaving the building.
Excalibur itself opened in 1990 as a medieval-themed resort on the Las Vegas Strip, a showpiece of themed casino design. The Max Flight follows a parallel lineage: commercial flight-simulation technology adapted for entertainment, blending motion platforms with immersive visuals to mimic roller-coaster dynamics in a condensed footprint.
Culturally this is classic Las Vegas—adrenaline packaged as attraction rather than wilderness. Geologically the ride sits on the Las Vegas Valley basin; outside, the Mojave’s low ridgelines and sunbaked stone define the horizon you can glimpse from the Strip.
Practical guidance: rides run 3–15 minutes; expect short waits at off-peak hours and longer lines on weekend evenings. Riders must meet height (42" with an adult; 48" to ride alone) and weight (500 lb combined) limits; all sales are final. Stow loose items, secure eyewear, and avoid heavy meals if you’re sensitive to motion.
This is a high-intensity, accessible thrill for city-based adventurers who want a compressed dose of coaster physics without the outdoor logistics. Go early in the day if you want shorter queues; if you get queasy, sit out and watch a session to judge intensity.