How pilots can use flight simulators to stay current - webinar recording
90We all know that flight simulators can provide a huge value in flight training but they can also do damage if not used properly. In this talk, we will discuss how to use simulators effectively and how to avoid making mistakes that will degrade your flying skills. We also review the most popular hardware options for home flight simulator use.
00:00 Introduction
01:15 – WW2 Link Trainer
02:05 – What’s Needed for a Flight Simulator
02:24 – Simulator Computer Requirements
03:45 – X-Plane 11
04:23 – Prepar3d
05:09 – Microsoft Flight Simulator X
07:01 – Infinite Flight
07:29 – EAA Virtual Flight Academy
08:51 – CH Products Yoke, Saitek Yoke
10:18 – Honeycomb
11:44 – Joystick
12:18 – Throttle Quadrant
13:36 – Redbird
14:47 – Rudder Pedals
16:04 – Pro Flight
17:21 – Headset Connect
18:27 – Redbird Flight Simulators
20:56 – Logging Currency w/ Simulators, ATD
24:06 – Jason Miller
26:34 – Precision, Redundancy, and Safety in Simulators
29:10 – Bracketing Safety
33:48 – Procedures
36:07 – Setting the Standard by Jason Miller
36:32 – Passenger Briefing
38:39 – Taxi Briefing
42:01 – Taxi Turns
43:31 – C.I.G.A.R.S.
47:22 – Pre-Takeoff Briefing
50:54 – Takeoff Callouts
51:35 – Using “Check” Lists
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Topics include:
- How to use flight simulators to learn effectively
- Mistakes to avoid when flying at home
- Popular flight simulator software and hardware options
- How to choose the right system to fit your needs
Jason Miller is a career CFII with more than 20 years of aviation experience and nearly 10,000 hours of instruction given. Jason is a member of the FAA safety team, an instructor for AOPA’s Air Safety Institute and has been named by the FAA as the Western Pacific CFI of the year.
Chris McGonegle is a Commercial rated pilot and a graduate of the University of Cincinnati Aviation Academy. Chris is the New Product Manager with Sporty's Pilot shop and is hands on with all new simulator hardware Sporty's adds to their offering.
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