King Schools and Redbird Flight Simulations debuted a home aviation simulator, the Redbird TD, at Sun ‘n Fun.
“This home simulator will really keep you sharp,” said John King, co-chairman of King Schools. “Unlike other desktop models, the TD desk-mount places the yoke and controls under the table, achieving the feel of a real cockpit while you practice instrument procedures to any airport in the world, or maybe pre-fly that upcoming cross-country.”
“With airplane manufacturers restricting the use of circuit breakers to simulate system failure in the air, a good simulator has become essential in preparing to deal with emergencies — and the Redbird TD really delivers,” added Martha King, also co-chairman of King Schools.
The Redbird TD can be ordered with either a “glass” or “analog” instrument panel. Each option provides realistic system failures, and is approved as a Basic Aviation Training Device (BATD) by the FAA, according to company officials. The FAA approval allows pilots to log instrument time for the purpose of recent experience and to log up to 10 hours toward an instrument rating, or log up to 2.5 hours toward a private pilot certificate.
The Redbird TD is available exclusively through King Schools’ marketing, sales and distribution channels worldwide. Price: $6,995.
For more information: KingSchools.com/Flight-Simulators .
This is very interesting. but I would like to know how much it costs and how many versions their is. Can we train on them in the aeroclub classes ?
what are the methods of payment and time for delivery.
thank you.
This sounds like a great way to stay current but the price for the average GA pilot is not feasible.