Sky Combat Ace: San Diego's Ultimate Flight Experience
Experience the thrill of flying a stunt plane with breathtaking views of San Diego's coastline. An unforgettable adventure for all skill levels!
Take the controls of a real stunt plane with Sky Combat Ace in El Cajon, CA, and experience the thrill of aerobatics with stunning views of the San Diego coastline. It's an unforgettable adventure for all skill levels!
A brief summary to Sky Combat Ace | San Diego
- 1985 N Marshall Ave, El Cajon, California, 92020, US
- +1888-494-5850
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Book your flight in advance, especially during peak tourist season, to secure your spot.
- Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Athletic shoes or hiking boots are ideal.
- Consider purchasing a video and photo package to capture your flight experience.
- Arrive a bit early to allow time to find parking at the Gillespie Field Cafe and be escorted to the Sky Combat Ace hangar.
Getting There
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Driving
Sky Combat Ace is located at Gillespie Field Airport in El Cajon. From downtown San Diego, take I-5 S to CA-94 E and CA-125 N. Exit at Grossmont College Dr and turn left. Turn left onto Fanita Dr, then right onto Weld Blvd. Continue onto N Marshall Ave, and the destination will be on the right. Please note that Sky Combat Ace has no public access, so park at the Gillespie Field Cafe and call 888-494-5850 to be escorted to their hangar. Parking at the Gillespie Field Cafe is limited. Expect to pay around $3 per hour.
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Public Transport
To reach Sky Combat Ace via public transportation, take the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) to the El Cajon Transit Center. From there, transfer to a bus or rideshare service to complete the approximately 3-mile trip to 1985 N Marshall Ave within Gillespie Field. A one-way bus fare is typically $2.50. A rideshare from the transit center to Sky Combat Ace will likely cost $12 - $18.
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