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This article is from the Flight Simulators FAQ, by with numerous contributions by Bob Wittick rwittick@msu.edu others.
There is no PC-based program that can, at the present time, be used
to log IFR hours. However, the following products are recommended
for serious IFR practice:
'Elite' by Aviation Teachware is an extremely expensive, but highly
realistic IFR trainer that is available for the Mac and IBM. There
are several different versions out, depending on what type of
computer you have, and they all require a flight yoke of some kind or
another. Elite is not a toy, and is probably the most accurate and
realistic PC-based simulator, both in terms of flying
characteristics, and instrument panel simulation. The list price for
Elite varies from $400 to $700, depending on which version you
purchase.
'Instrument Pilot' by Precision Training is an IBM (386 or better)
based integrated instrument rating instructional simulator. It comes
with speech generation hardware to simulate communications and
includes all equipment necessary for instrument training ground
school. List is about $495, and it can be purchased directly from
the company at (800) 452-0465.
'IFT-Pro' from Flight Deck is also a good choice. Though not as
complex as Elite, it still offers a high level of instrument and
flight realism, and is an excellent package. It's also a lot
cheaper.. list is somewhere around $350. It is available for IBM
systems.
'FS200', by Jeppesen, is an IBM PC-based (486 or better)
flight sim that is intended for IFR training, and has a 'pilot
console' that attaches to your serial port. The console has switches
for nav/com radios, throttle/prop/mixture, flaps/gears, etc..
Databases constructed from Jepp NavData are available for $75 each.
Prices range from $800 to $1,500 and up depending on the hardware,
databases, and software options selected. FS200 can be purchased
directly from Jeppesen at (800) 732-2800.
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IFR Flight SIM
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ELITE training devices have earned certification for various tasks world-wide by the FAA, EASA, JAA, CASA, and Transport Canada. Since 1987, ELITE has had a presence in the flight simulation industry. ELITE has a wide variety of trainers that can be found around the World.
To begin your personal IFR development program, IFR Flight & SIM Center™ has designed a series of IFR Workshops which can enable pilots to receive maximum benefit from their ELITE Flight Simulator. This training program will help ensure that pilots using the ELITE Flight Simulator will develop the procedural capability necessary to excel as they work toward earning their IFR rating, CFII and ATP credentials.
The program is also effective for pilots using the ELITE Flight Simulator specifically for IFR trip familiarization and rehearsal as well as general IFR skill proficiency.
ELITE Workshop – Description – Time – Fee
| Day 1 | |
|---|---|
| ELITE Introduction 9AM – 12PM | $300.00 |
| ELITE Basic Instruments 2PM – 5PM | $300.00 |
| Day 2 | |
|---|---|
| ELITE Radio Navigation I 9AM – 12PM | $300.00 |
| ELITE Radio Navigation II 2PM – 5PM | $300.00 |
| Day 3 | |
|---|---|
| ELITE Holding I 9AM – 12PM | $300.00 |
| ELITE Holding II 2PM – 5PM | $300.00 |
| Day 4 | |
|---|---|
| ELITE Approaches I 9AM – 12PM | $300.00 |
| ELITE Approaches II 2PM – 5PM | $300.00 |
| Day 5 | |
|---|---|
| ELITE IFR Departures 9AM – 12PM | $300.00 |
| ELITE IFR Cross-country 2PM – 5PM | $300.00 |
The ELITE Flight Simulator Qualification Course is also recommended for Instructors, Flight Schools and Flight Departments interested in enhancing their IFR Procedures Training Curriculum.
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*Basic/Advanced ATD (Aviation Training Device)