Can I Get That Sim?
I am a long-time subscriber to IFR who is interested in getting more information on Ryan Koch’s DIY flight simulator shown in the lower left-hand corner of page 14 of your December 2022 issue:
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Key Takeaways:
- The article details a DIY flight simulator, clarifying it's a custom-built, software-driven system (X-Plane, Air Manager, Realty XP) utilizing specific hardware like a Knobster, yoke, and pedals, with an estimated component cost under $1700-$2000 (excluding computer/monitors), and is not available pre-assembled.
- A pilot recounts severe GPS jamming and spoofing experiences in regions like the Middle East, leading to avionics failures and highlighting the critical need for pilots to maintain traditional navigation skills and for recurrent training to incorporate such scenarios.
- Other topics addressed include the U.S. Coast Guard's status as an armed force and military branch, the limited applicability of breaking VSI glass for alternate static in EFIS-equipped aircraft, and the enhanced safety benefits of proactive radio contact even when not legally required.
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