So, I own a Saitek Yoke, however something happened in 2016. Saitek was bought out by Logitech. So slowly over time the Saitek yokes disappeared. So what did Logitech do with Saitek. Well, they essentially took over the Saitek line and rebranded them. Essentially, Saitek Pro Flight yokes are still sold, however they are now sold as Logitech. So in this post, I want to go over what Logitech offers the flight sim community. So, before I go into the Logitech equipment, I wanted to mention that there are a few items that never made the transition. And to me, this is pretty unfortunate, as I missed … [Read more...] about Where did the Saitek Pro Flight Yoke go?
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Does Flying in VR Feel Like the Real Thing?
Have you ever looked up in the sky and started to drool... Maybe it is just me. I love planes and I constantly think about flying. So much so, that I got into flying flight simulators many years ago. When I started flying sims, it was on FSX. I know, some of you may have started on much older sims, however this is where I got my start. FSX was a great sim, however my computer couldn't keep up. The sim was old and even on current hardware, it is still a CPU hog. After FSX I tried my hand at X-Plane 9, however I had trouble getting over the interface. I then added a flight yoke, rudder … [Read more...] about Does Flying in VR Feel Like the Real Thing?
VRFW 006: Flight Simulation and Flight Training Tips from a Qualified Flight Instructor
Welcome to Episode 6 of the VR Flight World Podcast, where we get into our very first interview with a qualified flight instructor from the Chicago area, B.J. Slater. He has been flying as a flight instructor since 2001 and has had many different jobs in aviation. B.J. grew up flying a flight simulator and later got into flight training when he went to college. The interview gets into some flight training tips as well as much more, including his opinion on what he believes is the best flight control to get started on. Hope you enjoy this interview! B.J. Slater Website and Contact … [Read more...] about VRFW 006: Flight Simulation and Flight Training Tips from a Qualified Flight Instructor
Where is the Best Flight Training Online – For Free
I think you will agree with me when I say that without great flight training, a flight simulator is just another video game with planes. Beyond this, it can become a frustrating experience trying to land a plane in a flight sim with zero training. When I used to search for free flight lessons, I would search youtube. The problem is that not everyone on YouTube is a great instructor, and in some of the videos it is debatable whether they even have the skills to be teaching flight maneuvers. This is why I am writing this post. I want you to be able to locate great flight training … [Read more...] about Where is the Best Flight Training Online – For Free
7 Ways to Improve Your Flight Training with X-Plane 11 – Become a Better Pilot and Student Pilot
With these 7 ways you can easily improve your flight training with X-Plane 11. Even without virtual reality, the flight simulator can help you immensely in your training. If you follow these steps, you are going to improve your flight training, will be a better pilot and will probably save some money in the process. Now, I am not going to tell you how to fly, as that is up to your flight instructor. I am merely going to guide you in the right direction to get you practicing the right way. For those that are listening to the podcast, I have included my resource links below. Please note that … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Improve Your Flight Training with X-Plane 11 – Become a Better Pilot and Student Pilot
Why You Should Try VR Flight Simulation
Have you ever looked to sky as a beautiful Cessna 172 flew overhead and sighed, because you know that getting your pilot's licence is just not possible. Maybe you had your licence but you ended up having a medical issue, or spending around $10,000 is just not a possibility. Maybe you have the money, but you are so busy, that giving up hours and hours to go train is not going to happen. Are you afraid of flight? Whatever the reason is, you cannot give up on flying all together. You can't afford not to be involved in flight. It is such an amazing feeling of freedom. It gives you such a great … [Read more...] about Why You Should Try VR Flight Simulation