The article outlines a complex flight simulator challenge involving multiple instrument approaches, emphasizing "under the hood" flying and real-world weather to thoroughly test IFR proficiency.
It scrutinizes numerous procedural nuances, including ambiguous departure instructions, mandatory altitudes, and specific approach segment requirements, demanding precise chart interpretation and execution.
The challenge highlights critical equipment considerations, such as GPS capabilities (RF, RNP, advisory vertical guidance) and DME, and their impact on approach selection, execution, and factors like cold temperature adjustments.
It underscores the importance of pilot decision-making, from runway choice and climb gradients to negotiating with ATC and assessing the feasibility of special procedures like "fly visual" segments or utilizing specific minimums.
Today’s Sim Challenge begins on the ramp at Silver Springs, Nevada, (KSPZ). You can use real-world weather, but since it’s probably good VFR in this part of the country, set up an “under the hood” view in the sim that only shows the panel. We’ll tell you when to go under the hood and when you’re allowed to look up.
Setup … and Go
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