We’ve tested this program with pilots who have never set up or used a sim before and by following the videos, they were able to set up a brand new computer with everything they needed to fly productive training flights. I’m not a “techie.” Can I still make this work?Ī. Also, the screen size on a laptop is typically too small for most people. Unless it is a laptop built for gaming, it most likely will fall short of graphics power and ability to accommodate peripherals. I only have a laptop, but it’s a new one.

If your hardware is sufficient, this program will help you select peripherals you may need and configure everything properly. Typically, a modern and well-configured “gaming” system has the necessary power and graphics capability to work well. This program will help you evaluate whether your PC will function effectively under the significant demands of today’s flight simulators. I have a powerful PC at home that I’d like to use as a flight simulator. If you are not satisfied with your simulator, this program will help you evaluate your software and hardware, and make a decision on what you need to create a satisfactory and productive training experience.

You will still derive benefit from the training exercises, even if you are satisfied with your simulator and the way it works. I already have a flight simulator at home, can this program still help me?Ī. He teaches ground schools, runs ATC communications courses for both IFR and VFR pilots, and has developed curriculum for a variety of IFR proficiency programs including a simulator-centered high school aviation program. Ryan is also a contributing expert for PilotWorkshops’ IFR Mastery series and is a regular participant in the Instructor’s Roundtable. Ryan was the driving force behind the development of several PilotWorkshops online courses, including Instrument Rating Accelerator, IFR: The Missing Lessons and Advanced IFR. He currently instructs out of Wausau, WI and has experience doing remote flight instruction via simulators including taking an instrument student from start through to his mock checkride using X-Plane. He is also an active flight instructor specializing in instrument flight and is a flight simulator expert. Ryan works on the course development team at PilotWorkshops and is involved in the design and development of our online training programs. CFII, PilotWorkshops Course Designer/Producer

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