At The Flight Academy, we've been fortunate to have one of the 3 full motion Cirrus simulators to enhance our training abilities. A few months back, Mike Radomsky installed 4 closed-circuit cameras into our rig and that made Luke and I think about how we could use the sim in other ways than just one-on-one training. We decided to write up some scripts and make a few training videos.
Over the next few weeks, we're going to post those videos. This first week, we're going to post a total of 3 videos showing the possible outcomes of an engine failure right after departure. Number one will be what you should never do, which is try to return to the airport. If you don't see the "full screen" button on the lower right of the video, just double click on it to go to YouTube's site. You should be able to make the vid full screen there. Have a look:
After this week, we'll be posting videos about all manner of VFR and IFR flying - both normal and emergency situations.
Simulators are great for a lot of reasons. They allow us to create a situation that is realistic, remove or add distractions, and allow a situation to go all the way to the end... whatever that may be. What's more, this is one of the few places you can pull the CAPS handle as a response to an emergency. Our data shows that most pilots won't do that when it counts the first time... and after one or two more scenarios that begins to change.
We'd also like to announce that we're going to offer a program that will allow pilots unlimited access to an instructor and our simulator for a really low price. You can find out more about the program here: http://theflightacademy.com/simulator/unlimited-intro.html The short form is that for the price of 3,295 you get all the simulator training and instruction that you want for a year. This is equal to about two and a half days of training so if you could find an excuse to do even that much, you'd be ahead. Spouses are allowed to attend training and take part in a pinch-hitter style course at no cost. We're also working with Starr Aviation Underwriters to offer a 10% discount off your insurance premiums.
Give us a call at (866) 557-1501 or an email at info@theflightacademy.com if you'd like to talk about this program. Don't forget to view our options for people from out of town and some examples of the training you can receive found under the tab along the top titled Unlimited Simulator.
Check in for our next video later this week!
Safe flying,
John Fiscus
Chief Pilot, The Flight Academy
www.theflightacademy.com 
Posted
14 Dec 2009 12:36
by
John Fiscus