Overview

A VR-based cockpit and flight simulator built in Unity (C#) using the UltimateXR framework, designed to allow pilots to pre-train in a safe, controlled environment before real-world flight sessions.

Unlike a traditional game, this project focused on simulation accuracy, usability, and training workflow integration.

My Role

VR Systems & Aircraft Physics Developer

I was responsible for the aircraft simulation systems, VR interaction mechanics, and cockpit UI functionality.

Key Contributions

VR Foundation & Interaction Systems

• Learned and implemented VR systems using Unity XR and UltimateXR

• Designed contextual hand interactions:

  • Pointer gestures near switches

  • Grab interactions near doors and controls

  • and more

• Built a locomotion system allowing users to move outside the aircraft when grounded to perform checks

• Focused on intuitive, training-appropriate interactions rather than “game-like” behavior

Aircraft Physics System

• Designed and implemented a modular aircraft physics model in C#

• Built a designer-friendly wing configuration system using Gizmos

• Allowed easy modification of wing geometry directly in the editor

• Implemented configurable aerodynamic curves:

  • Lift coefficient (Cl) vs Angle of Attack

  • Drag coefficient (Cd) vs Angle of Attack

Since this was a training simulator (not an arcade game), I researched real aerodynamic principles and consulted aircraft engineers to ensure the behavior was grounded in realistic approximations.

Environment & Simulation Systems

• Implemented environmental simulation elements

• Integrated aircraft state with environmental factors

• Ensured stable simulation behavior under VR constraints

Aircraft UI & Training Workflow

• Developed cockpit UI systems

• Implemented checklist-based event listeners

• Created interactive procedural flow for training tasks

The UI was designed to mirror real-world cockpit workflows to reinforce procedural learning.

What This Project Demonstrates

• Ability to transition into VR development quickly

• Strong systems design for simulation-focused applications

• Research-driven implementation (consulted real engineers)

• Designer-friendly tool creation within Unity

• Clean integration of physics, UI, and VR interaction