From chair flying to use of FAA-approved Level D full flight simulators (FFS), simulated flying experiences have been a long-standing part of aviation training. They often provide a more focused and less expensive way to develop necessary skills separate from handling the aircraft. While at home flight sims might seem like a game—to those who haven’t tried them—they can play a significant part in the learning process.
If you haven’t yet explored this sector of the flight sim world, there are some intriguing options for developing skills, such as communications and procedures, from home. Among them is PilotEdge, a company that aims to provide a virtual air traffic control (ATC) network that is accurate and professional enough to be used for real-world pilot training.
