If you are renting the aircraft for training at Hangar 47, you automatically qualify for free simulator time (some restrictions apply).
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At our flight school in Hurricane, Utah, we are proud to offer our students access to the state-of-the-art Redbird TD2 flight simulator free of charge.
This simulator is officially recognized and approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a Basic Aviation Training Device (BATD). This crucial FAA acceptance means that the training hours accumulated on our Redbird TD2 can be logged towards specific pilot certification and rating requirements, making your flight training more efficient and cost-effective. Specifically, students can log up to 2.5 hours towards their Private Pilot Certificate aeronautical experience, and a significant 10 hours towards their Instrument Rating. For instrument-rated pilots, it's also an invaluable tool for maintaining instrument currency.
What sets the Redbird TD2 apart, beyond its FAA acceptance, is its meticulously designed, ergonomically correct cockpit. Unlike typical desktop simulators, the TD2's unique mounting system positions the yoke, switches, gauges, and visual display in a way that truly replicates the feel of a real aircraft. This realistic setup is vital for developing accurate muscle memory and a natural understanding of the cockpit environment, leading to better transfer of skills to the actual airplane. Our instructors leverage this high fidelity to provide targeted and more effective instruction, allowing students to repeatedly practice complex maneuvers, emergency procedures (including system malfunctions with "failure hotkeys"), and instrument approaches in a safe, controlled environment, without the expense or scheduling constraints of an actual aircraft. This focused, scenario-based training on an FAA-approved device accelerates learning and builds a higher level of confidence and proficiency, ensuring our students are exceptionally well-prepared for their practical tests and real-world flying.