The Story Behind SayIntentions.AI

Just a Guy and his Dad

Brian and his dad have been flight sim enthusiasts for as long as they can remember, spending weekends piecing together full-size cockpit builds and sharing in the thrill of simulated aviation. One dream kept coming up: They wanted realistic ATC without the pressure of live networks—especially for Brian’s dad, who was a bit shy about talking to real controllers.

Our Background

Before SayIntentions.AI, Brian served as a CTO at a large healthcare company, leading cutting-edge AI initiatives. Fueled by that background - and a desire to make his dad’s flight sim experience even more exciting - Brian experimented with OpenAI, hoping to simulate the back-and-forth of ATC communications. In the beginning, it was just a “cool toy” for his dad, with clunky response times and not a whole lot of data driving it. But when Brian showed it to friends, they insisted he had something bigger on his hands.

Prototype & Testing

So he and his dad got to work. They built a basic framework to connect the simulator, their servers, and the AI itself. Brian’s dad tackled the Windows client, while Brian handled almost everything else. A website went up, a simple beta signup form was created, and a hopeful Reddit post led to the first 50 beta testers in December 2023. Even with its early flaws, everyone who tried it was blown away by the potential of a truly unscripted, AI-driven ATC tool. Encouraged by this feedback, Brian decided to open it up to everyone.

Launch & Growth

On January 15th, 2024, SayIntentions.AI officially launched in open beta at $29.95, offering USA/VFR-only coverage, with a promise to lower prices over time and keep adding features as the technology grew. And grow it did. Brian assembled a team of over 35 admins, developers, aviation experts, and volunteers to push flight sim realism further than ever before. Within months, response times matched real-world speeds, IFR capabilities arrived, and global coverage became a reality.

Leveling Up

But the innovations didn’t stop there. SayIntentions.AI now hosts an entire multiplayer network, complete with AI controllers manning every position—just like in real life. Leveraging their own data and cloud infrastructure, they’re able to deliver an immersive experience unlike anything the simulation community has seen before. What started as a simple “toy” between a father and son has since taken off, inspiring flight sim enthusiasts around the world to connect, learn, and explore new horizons together.

The Future of Flight Simulation

We built SayIntentions.AI to bring your love of aviation to life—no scripts, no stage fright, just pure, dynamic ATC. And we’re not done yet. As we continue to innovate, we invite you to come along for the ride and help shape the future of flight simulation. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or just dipping your toes into the cockpit, we hope you’ll find a home here, and join us in celebrating the spirit of aviation.

Welcome aboard—and enjoy the flight!