Frequently in this publication we stress flying simulators for proficiency (and often for legality). While we treat sims as an accepted part of any routine training regimen, not everyone is on board with that sentiment. For those of us who are believers, we find it difficult to accept that there are some out there who don’t like sims.
The biggest argument against using sims is that they’re not realistic—they don’t fly like the real thing. That’s absolutely true, but in the sense that a Tailorcraft doesn’t fly like a Mooney. The control feel is different and one has more sensitive controls than the other. I’d argue, though, that the differences, while undesirable if you fly a Mooney, are still largely overcome by the advantages.
