Should You Choose a Single Seat or Dual Seat A320 Simulator?

Building an A320 flight simulator is an exciting project — but it comes with a big decision: should you invest in a single seat simulator or commit to a dual seat cockpit?

At SKALARKI electronics, we design authentic Airbus cockpit simulators for both enthusiasts and training organizations. To help you decide, we’ve outlined the key differences between single seat and dual seat setups, focusing on cost, space, and training applications.

The Single Seat A320 Simulator

A single seat Airbus simulator is usually built around the captain’s side of the cockpit. It includes all the essential flight simulator equipment like MCDU, FCU, sidestick, throttle quadrant, and flight displays. (We can also provide the first officer's side, this is less common for home users and more for training)

Why choose single seat?


💰 Affordable entry point – Priced at £16,690 / $22,559 / €19,729, it’s the most cost-effective way to start flying with professional hardware.

🏠 Compact size – Measuring 150 cm x 150 cm, it can be installed in smaller rooms, making it ideal for personal spaces.

👨✈️ Focused solo training – Perfect for pilots and prosumer hobbyists who primarily train alone, practicing Airbus flows and procedures.

The Dual Seat A320 Simulator

A dual seat Airbus simulator replicates the complete cockpit environment, with both captain and first officer positions. It delivers a true multi-crew Airbus in-flight experience, just like in the real aircraft.

Why choose dual seat?


🌍 Complete immersion – A true-to-life cockpit with full pedestal and overhead.

👥 Multi-crew capability – Essential for flight schools, airline preparation, or those wanting to fly with a partner.

📏 Professional scale – At 230 cm x 150 cm, the footprint requires a dedicated simulator room.

💰 Investment value – Starting at £23,000 / $31,088 / €27,184, it offers maximum realism and appeal for professional users.

When weighing single vs dual seat A320 simulators, consider:

1. Training goals – Individual practice → single seat. Multi-crew procedures → dual seat.

2. Budget – A single seat solution lowers the entry cost, while dual seat delivers more functionality for a higher price.

3. Available space – 150 cm x 150 cm (single) vs 230 cm x 150 cm (dual).

4. Future use – Enthusiast cockpit vs institutional training needs.
   
   

Why choose SKALARKI electronics? 

For over a decade, SKALARKI electronics has been at the forefront of Airbus flight simulation hardware, providing hardware to countless places around the globe.

Our simulators are used by passionate home builders, professional pilots, and flight training organizations worldwide.

Precision-built for realism

Compatible with ProSim, ToLiss, Fenix, and JeeHell FMGS

Supported by dedicated customer care and continuous updates

🚀 Ready to Decide?

Whether you prefer the compact and cost-effective single seat A320 simulator or the immersive dual seat A320 simulator, SKALARKI electronics delivers authentic Airbus solutions built for performance.

👉 Discover more about our A320 simulators or contact our team today for expert advice.