LostMySim

As my simulator was nearing completion in July 2018, Carl left his company because of some conflict with their new investor, Meiya Group, chaired by Roland Pinto. I wont go into specifics, but after paying in full for my simulator about 18 months ago, Mr. Pinto ultimately ignored all my attempts to get my sim. The Cirrus Owners & Pilots Association, another big proponent of FlyThisSim (FTS), has now advised their members, Any dealing with FTS is at high risk of non-delivery and potential loss of funds exchanged.

Editorial Staff

Monday, September 02, 2019 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The author, a long-time advocate for simulator training, experienced significant issues with FlyThisSim, which failed to deliver a custom simulator despite full payment, leading to a loss of his primary proficiency tool.
Being forced to perform an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) in an actual aircraft revealed critical skill shortcomings that simulator-only training had not addressed, highlighting the unique challenges of real-world flying.
This led to a revised philosophy where the author now advocates for a combined approach: using a self-built simulator for ongoing proficiency practice alongside periodic in-aircraft flying and IPCs to ensure both legal compliance and comprehensive piloting skills.

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Unless this is your very first issue of IFR Magazine, you’re familiar with me pushing simulator training to maintain proficiency. In my case, I periodically attend formal training at one of the commercial simulator facilities. Beyond that, I’ve used a local simulator to maintain proficiency.

(Note that I use “proficiency” and “legality” as separate concepts, as you should. Legality keeps the FAA happy. Proficiency keeps my passengers happy.)