FYI -- for those Good folks who are interested in getting flight time, but can't for whatever reason do it au naturale, Burlington Aviation (near Raleigh-Durham, NC) just purchased a new flight simulator. It's awesome!
See below:
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Again in keeping with our policy not to bug you by email, this is to announce some VERY EXCITING NEWS!
On October 1, 2009, Burlington Aviation will take delivery of a Redbird FMX Flight Simulator. This is a FULL-MOTION, FULLY ENCLOSED flight simulator which will qualify under the FAR's in every way as time you can log. The Redbird is capable of simulating virtually ANY weather or wind condition, as well as day, night, and long cross country flights. It can also simulate virtually any flight maneuver with the feeling you would expect in the real thing.
Initially, the Redbird will be available to simulate the Cessna 172 G1000 aircraft. We may also have a Baron available as well, either immediately or in the near term. Due to the innovative design of the simulator, changing aircraft takes less than 5 minutes.
You can see more about the Redbird FMX Flight Simulator, including a video, at
www.redbirdflightsimulations.com
As an example, this is ideal for "Pinch Hitter" courses for passengers who fly with you regularly, but who may be reluctant to learn in a real plane. You can still fly VFR when the real weather is poor or get started on your instrument rating. Get your IFR required approaches completed and get current again.
The Redbird is now available for scheduling, just as an aircraft would be, online. The first available date on the schedule is October 7. The simulator will be located in new space on Troxler Road. The location is visible from our present parking lot.
The cost will be $80 per hour plus your instructor. Initially, an instructor will be required.
We have flown the Redbird and it's AMAZING! Hurry and get on the schedule.
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