Elite simulation software

It's somewhat expensive, but it looks like good quality. They have a demo
that you can download for free and try it yourself.


"Marco Rispoli" wrote in message
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I have FS2004 but for some reason I think the physics are a bit off... I
don't know if FS2004 cuts it as far as realism goes.

so I started looking around for other simulators and I found the Elite
Simulation software.

Anyone uses the Elite ?

How realistic is it and how useful could it be as and extra help in
training
for a private pilot license (C172 specifically)?

Thanks!

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Marco Rispoli - NJ, USA
You can read my flight training diary at
http://www.tranceweb.net

I honestly do not think that any sim however accurate, will help with
initial private pilot training. The whole experience is about the feel in
the air, the ability to look all around you and to feel terrified when you
accidentally go in to cloud or hit an expected bit of turbulence. I am
certain that too much simming will extend your training time not shorten it.
When you have qualified, the sim can be a great help in practising
instrument flying and for relaxing. If you are NEVER going to fly for real
then the sim is marvellous.


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