ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Flight simulator

Flight simulators are computer games or programs that help people practice flying airplanes. It is like a video game, but the controls are modeled after those found in an actual airplane. The controls can include things like the throttle, rudder, and flaps. The visuals on the screen look like an airplane cockpit, and the controls are similar to what you would see in a real airplane. People use flight simulators to get a feel for flying an airplane without actually being in one. It's a fun and safe way to learn about flying before going up in an actual airplane.