New Redbird flight sim scenarios qualify for WINGS credit

Redbird Flight has introduced a new collection of Redbird Pro scenarios that pilots participating in the FAA’s WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program can complete with a certified flight instructor in an Aviation Training Device for approved flight credits.

The scenarios are available anytime via the Redbird Pro iOS or Android app, according to company officials.

The scenarios are in a collection titled WINGS Credit Flights by Redbird, which pilots can access from the main navigation menu in Redbird Pro.

Currently, the collection includes three scenarios developed to challenge and improve a pilot’s skills in flying ILS, localizer, and RNAV approaches, company officials explained

Each scenario provides a preflight brief that includes the weather conditions, the phase and location of the flight, and an approach plate. When pilots are ready to begin the scenario, they follow the prompts in the app to connect to a nearby Redbird ATD and start the flight.

A CFI must be present for a pilot to receive WINGS flight credits.

After completing a scenario, the instructor can validate the training immediately by going to ezwings.net — provided by the WINGS Industry Network — selecting the option to give credit, and choosing Redbird Flight from the list of approved organizations.

Each approved Redbird Pro scenario provides two WINGS flight credits, and pilots can complete multiple scenarios in a single simulator session to maximize their flight credit allowances, Redbird officials said.

Redbird and the WINGS Industry Network are working together to make additional training tasks in Redbird Pro eligible for WINGS credit, company officials added.

Redbird Pro subscription plans start at $15.99 per month after a 30-day free trial.

For more information: Simulators.RedbirdFlight.com/Redbird-Pro, FAASafety.gov