I want to tell you how very much I enjoyed my two days with you last week.  I have been to Simcom 5 times and thought no simulator experience could be better.  Boy, was I wrong.  Your full motion AST simulator was amazing.  I knew I was in for an extremely realistic ride when I ducked as a 747, which ATC vectored across my path, passed 300 feet over my altitude.  I thought your approach to complex single engine IFR training was perfect for my desire to be as proficient as possible in my piloting skills.  You thoroughly covered every conceivable scenario where pilots get into trouble and gave me the confidence to handle any emergency.  Additionally, you taught me to call upon every possible source of help to make the best decisions.  The training you gave me was well organized and flexible for my situation.  I enjoyed our discussions about unusual approaches, ATC errors, and even the time of useful consciousness in depressurization situations.

Additionally, I felt that the ride in my own aircraft was very effective.    You encouraged me to get the most out of my avionics and made suggestions which will make me utilize all of the powers in my navigation and communication radios.  Thanks again for a terrific experience.  I will look forward to scheduling with you again.

 
David S. Lennon, M.D.
Waxhaw, NC
Piper Turbo Saratoga PA-32RT N181KC
 

 

 

 

Dear Rich,

 

The [multi-engine] training [with Joe Ziegler MEII] went fine.  We spent most of the time working on the GX50 which is what I wanted... On the way home I had two hours of real practice for what we had done in the sim.  In fact I shot my first ever GPS approach to mins with great success in the dark at 6:30m last nite.  So I guess the training was effective.  Also, I was prepared to have a high level of stress as Joe ate me alive and spit me out.  Instead, it was a totally relaxed environment which helped me feel confident and able to ask more questions and more actively participate in what I learned.  Good job.  Feel free to quote me any time.  The advantages of your operation for me was it was within striking distance, the price was right, we convinced my insurance company to accept it and you had the GPS in the sim that I have in my airplane and an EHSI.  Already I was able to do many things on the way home that I've never done before.

 

Just informationally, I am an instrument rated Commercial pilot with about 750 hours in six years of flying and currently fly a 1976 Piper Navajo PA31-310.  About 40% of my flying is IFR and about 75% of my flying is work or charity related.

 

Mark Revet
Eagle Bridge, NY
Piper Navajo PA31-310 Owner
CEO, Nightly Notes
 

As far as Joe Zieglar MEII went...he's great...we only wish that we could have  ridden in the Cub with him.  He is extremely knowledgeable, very  patient and stresses learning instead of "testing."  Only good things to report.  We were very pleased to meet and train with him.  We will be back to Flight Level Aviation.

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My husband and I had a wonderful experience at Flight Level Aviation.  As multiengine, instrument, commercial pilots, we were taught conscientiously with no attempts at harrassment.  The experience included both simulator training and IFR approaches in our own twin engine Cessna Crusader.  The experience was fun, educational, and satisfying.
 

Cheryl Kerr and Larry Kerr
Syracuse, NY
Cessna 303 Crusader Owners
lkerr@stny.rr.com

Thanks again for the great P210 Sim experience!

I was blessed with a most unusual and exciting way to start the new year of 2004; I logged 6.2 hours of time in a Cessna P210, that is to say a full motion simulator of the P210 which is owned and operated by Dr. Richard Kaplan of Flight Level Aviation, Inc.

Dr. Kaplan was willing and able to allow me to log more hours; but to tell the truth, my exhausted adrenaline glands and my overall fatigue was telling me that I had come to the end of my learning curve, and what a ride it had been!

In the course of these 6.2 hours there were many simulations of engine out at altitude in IMC and in the exhilarating process of doing all of the calculations to ensure the most probable successful landing at the nearest airport, with local weather reported as 500’ ceilings and visibility 1-mile, I learned something very important for any serious pilot to consider.  All of the situations that Dr. Kaplan gave me, no matter how challenging, were all survivable, but only with experience.  This meant that during the training process, learning to recognize and to have the necessary recorded skills stored in my mind for ready recall, to deal with each of these life and death aviation situations, I first had to die.  I died at least twice for each series of recognitions and skill-sets to be able to make a survivable response.

The reality of each scenario presented in this full-motion Sim, designed especially for high performance single engine aircraft, such as the Cessna P210 series and the Piper Malibu series, is extraordinary.

At the end of one session, after I had gained enough experience to make a successful engine out landing down through IMC and into the nearest airport with local conditions at minimum IMC weather, Dr. Kaplan said: “Let’s check your pulse.”  My pulse came in at 110, and this is without moving any of my extremities more than an inch or more at a time.  This might not seem like a very “high” pulse to some of you, but I am a person whose resting pulse is 55.  To get my pulse up to 110 I have to be on the treadmill where I work out, at medium to strong jogging speed.

It is amazing how the human brain interfaces with the flight simulator and you become one with the total experience.

My lessons learned with Dr. Kaplan could not have been learned in the real airplane under real conditions unless a pilot experienced in these situations had been with me.  Alone with no specific training to equip myself, my first such experience would have been my last.  If in my first experience, I could come down in VFR conditions, that would be altogether different.  That I can do. But, to do it to minimums, from altitude in IMC conditions, not hardly.

What makes this simulator and Dr. Kaplan’s many emergency scenarios so valuable is the fact that you can die many times in real world like situations and live, not only to tell about it, but also much more importantly for a pilot, you can learn to overcome the challenge and be ready for those moments you hope you never have to live in the real world.

Once is not enough; I will reschedule for this experience at least twice a year, more if possible.

Thank you, Dr. Kaplan, for a life-saving experience.

 

Herb Hatfield
Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania
Cessna 182/172 Pilot
 

Herb Hatfield is a CFII who has been flying over 30 years and has 2,700 hours of flying accumulated in many different single engine types and models.  Herb flies out of Teterboro, New Jersey on a regular basis.

 

Being a Cessna P210 owner and pilot from Germany, I always wanted to attend Richard's “Advanced IMC Experience." The introduction of the full motion simulator seemed another reason to do it now, so I extended a business trip to NY for another two days in Waynesburg, PA.

My expectations, which were already high, were fully surpassed. I decided to take the combined simulator and aircraft training and this turned out to be exactly the right choice. Flying the airplane with Richard is already very interesting, because he has a lot of in-depth knowledge specific to the Cessna 210 and its systems. But the full-motion simulator is a jewel. With it, you have the chance to train in all the emergency situations you can think of in your worst nightmares in very realistic conditions for a fraction of the price that comparable full-motion simulator training costs for jets, twins, turboprops etc.  There is a correct response to any situation and you learn it, as well as the use of the incredible and often unknown possibilities of the installed avionics.

My favorite was the deadstick instrument approach. Engine failure in IMC or at night is a nightmare for every single engine aircraft pilot.  Many fly twins just because of this risk. With Richard's “approach” to this problem I consistently flew deadstick instrument approaches at minimum conditions right to the threshold.  You just need one of the new GPS systems, enough altitude (one more reason to use the altitude capabilities of turbocharged and pressurized airplanes), and an airport in gliding range.

The flight model of the sim is similar to the turbocharged Cessna 210, but this training makes sense for pilots of any complex single engine airplane, be it a Beechcraft Bonanza or a Piper Malibu.

 

 

Ralf Drache
Haan, Germany
Cessna P210N D-EDRM
 

 

I am a CFI with 1,500 hours.  I hadn't been flying for almost two years when I showed up in Waynesburg, PA in my newly acquired Cessna P210 with my friend Jeff (the former owner).  After such a big break from flying I knew I needed some serious proficiency training to be safe, competent and confident in a relatively sophisticated high altitude single.  I needed a BFR, an IPC, and a P210 checkout for insurance as well as plain vanilla proficiency training.  The two days of training I spent with Dr. Richard Kaplan was everything I needed and wanted.  Not only is Richard enthusiastic with a great sense of humor, but also he is an excellent and knowledgeable CFII, genuinely and seriously interested in teaching.

Dr. Kaplan's syllabus is extremely complete and thorough, although he is flexible in its content to tailor his instruction to the individual needs of his student.  In addition, he is able to change his plans as circumstances arise so as to maximize the student's experience.

I would recommend Dr. Kaplan for anyone interested in simulator training, complex aircraft training and high altitude flight.  Richard is extremely knowledgeable in C-210 systems; however he is quite knowledgeable about GA aircraft and I think anyone could benefit from his experience.

My friend Jeff, who had owned my 210 for the previous 20 years has attended Flight Safety and the Cessna Pilots Association courses on the C-210 and said to me that his next training would be with Richard (Jeff bought a Silver Eagle, a turbine powered C-210).  He thought Richard's approach was more relevant and practical than his other experiences.  I know I'll be back.
 

Glen E. Doyon, DMD
Baltimore, Maryland
Cessna P210N N4796K
 

I know that there have been other posts regarding Flight Level Aviation's sim training but I felt that I had to add my own endorsement and  applause.  [Another pilot] and  I spent two days with Rich Kaplan in Southwest Pennsylvania and left the training sessions better pilots. Rich tailored the training specifically to our ability/needs and panel configurations.  Approaches to minimum, dead stick IMC, CFIT procedures, ATC/pilot responsibilities, Garmin 196 uses, etc, etc.  My gray matter was jello by the end of each day. Rich enjoyed himself.

Having previously attended Flight Safety, the bang for the buck at Rich's sim was significantly better.  FSI lacked trainers who knew Cessnas.  Rich knows Cessnas and personalizes training to your needs.

This simulator session is clearly one of the best, most hands-on, practical, educational airplane related experiences that I have had. I'm not exagerating. Rich knows this business, he knows Cessnas and potential problems with Cessnas - he knows IFR procedures and problems. He will test you on ALL those problems. My gray matter was jello by the end of each day. I left a better pilot.

If you are looking for great sim training at a reasonable cost, set up a one or two day session. You will become a better pilot.

Bill Compitello
Old Bridge, NJ
Cessna 210 Owner
 

 

 

Richard, I would like to thank you for a wonderful training experience.  As you know, I have been flying for 43 years.  Most of my flight time has been in medium and small twins.  Frankly I feel the Cessna T210 with the modern avionics is more of a challenge.  As you know, I did my initial training in the Flight Safety 210 simulators.  Flight Safety is unquestionably the gold standard of flight training.  Your full motion 210 simulator offers more up to date avionics and visual displays.  Your simulator instruction is certainly on par with the best.  Your "in aircraft" instruction was also excellent.  I look forward to training with you in the near future.  I also feel the approaches in [nearby] Morgantown WV offer a "big airport" experience.

Thank you.

Irwin S. Freedman, M.D.
Alexandria, Virginia
Cessna T210N N1226M
 

I just completed a personalized three day "IFR refresher" course with Richard and could not be happier.  We began with a series of local approaches in my C210 but soon transitioned to the full-motion simulator.  After a short familiarization period, I found the simulator to be an extremely effective training tool, particularly with Richard behind the curtain. The motion base, visual and sound effects, communications with "Kaplan approach," and fully loaded avionics provide a very realistic training environment where any number of emergency situations can occur -- and with Richard they do.  We practiced a variety of partial panel situations and mechanical failures (asymmetric flaps, runaway trim, etc.), under all kinds of weather, wind, and turbulence.  The simulator can take you to any airport where you can fly any approach, hold, or departure procedure.  You might even have a runway incursion or near miss at LaGuardia!  I particularly appreciated being able to use my own model GPS -- one of three panel mounted GPS receivers in the sim.

On day two I had the opportunity to learn by looking over another pilot's shoulder flying through some of the same emergencies.  I found this type of training, which I am told is used by Flight Safety and other sim schools, highly effective -- particularly in Richard's personalized environment. 

Needless to say, I am already scheduling another training session with Richard and will make Flight Level a semi-annual stop.
 

Paul Scialabba
New York City, New York
Cessna 210 N9056M
 

 

 

I just spent a spectacular day visiting with Rich Kaplan.  Rich has provided my P210 recurrency training in the past and I have always found his approach to be a great combination of knowledge and personal experience.  I had therefore been interested in whether the simulation approach that he was going to use would be a significant step up from my past training.

It was!

We started in as soon as I arrived and, with two breaks, spent almost 6 hours together on learning the simulator, setting it up to parallel my airplane (more later) and finally running through approach after approach and failure after failure, including starkly realistic multiple instrument and engine failures.  We talked about problems as they arose and then flew them again until I got it right. 

I spend a fair amount of time each year on keeping current (a day every two months with a CFI) and fly 250 hrs per year in some fairly hard IFR in the Northeast.  The time spent on the simulator has truly increased my confidence and at the same time increased my respect for how difficult it is to actually fly the airplane in trying circumstances.  This was the hands down winner for use of my time in training this year and I truly enjoyed and gained from the experience.

Caveat - I hope Rich can convince the simulator people to make one minor software change.  Each airplane has a different control feel.  I did spend a bit of time adjusting to the feel of the Kaplan 210.  It would be nice if the feel can be dialed in for each pilot.  With that minor nit - a great way to spend a training  session.

Thanks
 

Seth Rudnick, M.D.
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Javelin P210N / N42WB 
Cirrus SR22
 

 

Wow, what a seriously fun and important machine.  Thank you so very much for the opportunity to work with it.  "I now believe in simulators." 
 

The Full-Motion AST-300 single engine flight simulator ... is a potential life saver for the [average single engine piston] GA pilot and others... For the most part, instrument simulation in a single engine piston powered aircraft has been rather unsophisticated until now with the advent of the full motion sim. 

 

I flew Dr. Kaplan's simulator for three hours about a week ago.  We departed LaGuardia, got in an upset, and went inverted because of some airliner induced wake turbulence.  I got into a spin somewhere over LAX and recovered in some nasty weather....   We were not flying [in an airplane] but I was working, sweating, and most importantly learning in a safe environment.   

 

$500 a day to use this realistic and sophisticated machine is a bargain.  [Pilots are] coming in to his office in Waynesburg, PA from half way across the U.S. to get aeronautically beat up the same as I did.  Getting slapped around in the clouds with Richard can save your proverbial airplane and passengers though.  What's that worth?

 

Jim Opalka
Freelance Aviation Writer
Piper PA28 N6421J
Butler, Pennsylvania
 

 

I just returned from a 2 day P210 training session (partnering with [another pilot]) that included flight training in [another pilot's] plane (I acted as ballast) and the balance of the time was spent in Rich Kaplan's new sim.

I'll let [the other pilot] speak for himself, but I couldn't be happier. I have had concerns about wingtip vortices rolls and wanted to experience dead stick approaches. I wanted to do zero-zero landings, and other things no one would do in a plane.

The sim requires some tweaking in control sensitivity just to shorten the time it takes to get comfortable, but unlike RTC and Flight Safety this sim flies like a 210 and it is an outstanding way to practice dangerous conditions so they become routine.

I was exhausted after the two days because the training is intense and you do get caught up in the emergencies Rich sets up. I came away learning as much watching [the other pilot] (a very capable pilot) as when I had my turn in the barrel.

I recommend Rich Kaplan's course to not only new owners, but seasoned pilots who want to really practice their techniques in real emergency conditions.

Jon Wehrenberg
Knoxville, Tennessee
Cessna P210 N732JB
 

 

My first orientation to the 210 was the Flight Safety course last January [2003]. I found the systems overview very educational as I had never had my rump in a 210 before.  At the time I thought the IFR training and flight sim they had was top notch.  I can tell you that the experience I just received and the realism of Rich Kaplan's flight training device (FTD) was orders of magnitude better than the Flight Safety program.

One of the significant benefits beyond full motion was Rich having a wide variety of current GPS and other technologies in his FTD.  I was able to emulate pretty much my exact navigational setup so the learnings were directly transferable to my plane.

I would also highly recommend partnering with someone.  It is amazing what one can learn when you throw a mix of relatively new and seasoned IFR pilots together.

In summary I will probably be doing rolls or engine outs in the mountains at night for weeks in my sleep but I have a good feeling that what I learned will save my bacon when my nightmares become reality some day.

Leo Smith
Chaska, Minnesota
Cessna P210 N4925K
 

 

 

I am a P210 owner / pilot whose search for a meaningful BFR / IPC experience led me to Richard Kaplan. I have used every type of flight instruction from the independent at the local uncontrolled field to Flight Safety's 210 simulator program. I found Richard on the web and knew nothing of his program, teaching skills, or knowledge. But there was enough there that I felt compelled to call. I liked the sound of the personalized training in my own airplane. So I spoke with Richard and got a very strong sense that this guy was different than other flight instructors I'd worked with. His knowledge was impressive and he comes across as having a genuine desire to teach. Convinced enough to ask Richard for some references, I followed-up with the them and became more and more impressed. Many people will say, "go ahead and use me as a reference", but these people genuinely wanted to help Richard. I was amazed at how quickly they called me back. I was shocked by how much time they were willing to spend with me. I was convinced by the long list of seriously thrilled students and their consistent experiences with Richard's outstanding teaching ability, knowledge, patience, and enthusiam. So I called Richard and scheduled time with him. 

I was not dissapointed. Richard flew with me, figured out my weaknesses and strengths, and worked hard to fill the gaps. He quickly determined that one of my strengths was aircraft systems knowledge so he focused elsewhere. He also quickly realized that most of the time, I'm flying out of a large airport with an ILS. So we did lots of "landings on the numbers", brushing up on short field landing techniques. I performed emergency procedures that I had never even considered actually practicing (ever done an IMC dead-stick instrument approach?). He taught using real-world scenarios. He showed me where the system can easily fail us as pilots and how to avoid the potential catastrophy. All in all, I left feeling more confident, competent, and safe. 

I can say with confidence, this was the best flight training experience I've had. I'm sure to become a regular student. 

James Baum 
Boston, Massachusetts 
Cessna P210N N6444W 
 

 

Hi Richard, Sir!

Thank you very much for offering this one-on-one training opportunity and, in comparison to what I have seen outside, a remarkably capable and well equipped simulator...

It was a pure pleasure working with Joe Zieglar, an absolute aviation enthusiast, he has given me another perspective recounting his own experiences on an autogyro, his vast tailwheel airplane experience, and his considerable interest in the industry. He has also affirmed that, although currently idle, my previous commercial experience, procedures, and decision making have not been lost.  I feel confident to take a checkride in Germany, knowing full well that I had experienced some tarnish of my skills and am nowhere near perfection, but generally "safe". This will definitely reduce my level of anxiety in a situation that I may be confronted with.

My attitude is that we never finish learning, although I continue dreaming of one day owning a utility airplane, I am a strong believer in continuous training, and I will certainly consider recurrent and refresher training with Joe and your simulator...
 

Christopher Scheziat - Warner
Bridgeport, CT (U.S. and German pilot licenses)
 

 

As a relatively low time pilot (480 hrs) who rarely flies in actual IMC (I live in FL) I thought that this course would be a good brush up on my Instrument skills. It was that but much much more. Starting with my preflight of his well equipped P210 Richard proved to be a wealth of practical 210 knowledge that most flight instructors just don't know.  I think by concentrating on the 210 he has gathered a wealth of pearls that are invaluable for safe and enjoyable flying. I would recommend this course to anyone who has or is planning to fly the 210.

Steven Bowman
Clearwater, Florida
Cessna T210N N2247U
 

Richard -- With twelve approaches to ILS and localizer minimums the first day in the mountains with rain and [forecast icing conditions], it was a challenging start. However, your coaching and attention to detail (and TKS) made the flight safe and doable with our planned alternatives. I took home 25 specific points to review monthly on procedures, weather planning, regulations, operations, and maintenance which I feel were not only fresh ideas, but also important to anyone flying under IFR conditions. I cannot imagine a course where I could have learned more practical useable knowledge in such a short period of time. I hope you can expand the course so that more people can take advantage of it. Many thanks.

Robert W. Dunne 
Ashtabula, Ohio 
Commander 112TC 4565W 
 

I first contacted Richard Kaplan at the recommendation of my insurance agent when I was kicking around the idea of a P210 or Malibu.

From the very outset, Richard was an enthusiastic source of information and encouragement. When I purchased my P210, he was the obvious choice of instructor. He is an accomplished pilot, with a detailed knowledge of the FARs, weather complexities, and other factors necessary for flight at high altitude in a highly complex (and slightly daunting) airplane. This is enhanced by his medical background, which adds all the more credibility to his tuition about hypoxia. His knowledge of the intricacies of the P210 is outstanding. In the cockpit and during debriefs, his style is one of gentle encouragement.

The learning experience continues after the course is over - Richard keeps in touch with most of his students. I, for one, have no hesitation about emailing him about something that has cropped up. A reply is usually forthcoming within hours. Sometimes, I swear, he must be up in the small hours of the morning answering his email! I intend to continue my training with Richard, to maintain and enhance my instrument skills and complex single piloting, and I would encourage other P210 pilots to do the same.

Simon Westacott 
Butler, Pennsylvania 
Cessna P210N N3YL 
 

Icy clouds, low ceilings, DME arc approaches into Central Pennsylvania airports surrounded by snow obscured mountains -- Rich Kaplan makes it fun. Well almost. He does make it safe and with his experience and TKS equipped P210,very valuable and effective training -- and a medical at the same time.

Even with 700 hours in my own I learned much about safety, power management, maintenance, and flying the P210 in real conditions.

Rich, my wife Sue and I enjoyed both the beautiful Southwestern Pennsylvania setting (Uniontown) and especially your cheerful hospitality.

Thanks for a very "Rich" experience.

Dave Corby 
Richmond, Michigan 
Cessna P210 N6084P 
 

I have owned my P210 for more than 15 years and flown it over 2000 hours. During those years I went to recurrent training regularly. I alternated between such companies as American Flyers, PIC, Flight Safety, and Recurrent Training Center. What sets Rich Kaplan's recurrent training apart from all others is that he is P210 specific. The others provided generic recurrent training which was helpful, but it was typically the same regardless of the type of aircraft flown or hours of experience.

In my case Rich assessed my capabilities and then proceeded to provide training and scenarios which were both challenging and appropriate. While doing so he was also providing advice based on his own experiences owning and flying a P210, thus going far beyond what was provided by others.

Jon Wehrenberg
Knoxville, Tennessee
Cessna P210 N732JB
 

I am a pilot and A&P Mechanic without great familiarity with Cessna 210s. As a prospective 210 owner, I really appreciated Dr. Kaplan's real world advice from his experiences as a seasoned P210 owner on how to properly manage the powerplant. What I had read, prior to meeting Dr. Kaplan, was that 210's like to wear out cylinders. What I really found was that pilots who do not really understand proper power and temperature(s) management can really accelerate early cylinder/engine demise in 210s. Dr. Kaplan knows these #s , reasons and implications. The day with him was truly a learning experience. Hint. Buy him coffee or lunch after you fly with him and pick the 210 maintenance and Medical Examiner side of his brain and your day will be made. Shame on you if you don't. :-)

Kurt Archibald 
Springfield, Virginia
180 HP 172N partner 
 

I thought the [P210 recurrency] training time was very productive. We covered a number of items that had been incompletely introduced as I was first familiarized with the plane. The issues of what is operating properly in a specific type are always best addressed by someone familiar with the type. You were very helpful in that regard... 

[Flying partial panel] is an important skill and I believe that you did an excellent job in brushing up my skills. I will [also] look into the best version of an electric AI that is fully self-contained and figure out how to move the other instruments around as you suggested... 

The engine out approach is really very worthwhile...

All in all, it was a very productive session and I feel that I gained a lot from it. Thanks again. 

Seth Rudnick 
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Javelin P210N / N42WB 
Cirrus SR22
 

I was excited to discover Dr. Kaplan's Flight Level Aviation training program. After obtaining my instrument rating, although a certification widely respected, I felt that I still had a lot to learn. My three days with Dr. Kaplan added immeasurably to my knowledge, both theoretical and practical.

It is rare to a find well-trained CFII who is willing to teach in real IMC with live-encounter situations. His airplane and equipment are first rate. I was particularly pleased that Dr. Kaplan shared his extensive aviation medical knowledge with me. 

In three days with Flight Level Aviation, I accumulated more crucial IFR experience (IMC, high altitude-flight level flying, Class B landing/take off, mountain flying, hypoxia recognition) and was exposed to more equipment (pressurized aircraft, in-flight Weather, TKS-de-icing, radar, turbocharging, Loran, GPS VNAV) than many high time pilots have experienced.

It has been a year since I flew with Dr. Kaplan, but he gave me a lifetime of knowledge.

Jackson Peng 
(Bonanza N6731C)
New York City, New York
 

 

Thanks Richard, Joe, and John,

I have been a pilot since around 1980. For the most part owning a business, 4 children & priorities put the brakes on my flying around 1992 after around 600 hours.

I began flying again late in 2002 and after 50 hours flying again I received an Instrument Proficiency Check. I however did not feel very comfortable and I have always wanted to try some simulator time.

I thoroughly enjoyed the 7-1/2 hours spread over a day and a half in your simulator.  Not only did I get a chance to have a realistic no gyro approach to minimums, but also I flew from airport to airport using approaches at airports I generally fly in to.  Joe had the ceilings and visibility set near minimums at each stop. It seemed very realistic to break out (most of the times) at 250 feet with 3/4 of a mile visibility. It was a great confidence booster.

I plan on some how making this an annual trek for 1/2 a day of sim time. If you want to have any prospective customers call me for questions please feel free to do so at ANY TIME.

Money Hard earned but Well spent.

Best Regards,
 

 

Bob Kelly
Royal Oak, Michigan
Cherokee Six Owner
 

 

 

"Suffice it to say for now that I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to take your course. You are an excellent pilot and instructor, and I do intend to walk through the door you opened for me. I still feel a bit of a glow remembering the flying we did. Many thanks."

Robert O. Tyler 
(Cessna 170 Owner and Retired Navy Carrier Pilot)
Great Falls, Virginia