Building a simulator

Any idea how much it might cost to build a simulator at home - say of
a 747?
Also, how good is Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 for use on a desktop
PC? What additional hardware would I require to act as a control
column, rudder pedal, etc.? Inputs welcome, thank you.

Ramapriya

"Ramapriya" wrote in message
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Any idea how much it might cost to build a simulator at home - say of
a 747?
Also, how good is Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 for use on a desktop
PC? What additional hardware would I require to act as a control
column, rudder pedal, etc.? Inputs welcome, thank you.

Ramapriya



Are you planning on flying a 747 into the superbowl or something?



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"Chuck" wrote in message . com...

Are you planning on flying a 747 into the superbowl or something?

you must be real fun at parties!

Ramapriya

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"Chuck" wrote in message
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Are you planning on flying a 747 into the superbowl or something?

you must be real fun at parties!

Ramapriya



He was not joking, and was deadly serious with his response, and only said
what many others are thinking.

Most everyone here has been real patient, and answered your questions about
flying, but you are stepping across a line, with this.

You will have to understand that Citizens of the United States are very
suspicious of ANY middle-eastern person, asking about simulators, or wanting
to learn to fly large airliners.

We helped train a number of terrorists, *in* our country, using *our*
aviation training system, to fly off in *our*large planes, with no intent
other than to murder, kill and maim *our* fellow countrymen.

Look at this from our point of view, and I hope you will understand. We
will always be suspicious, and on guard, to never let this happen again. We
really don't know you, so I would doubt if you get many replies on this
subject, from this group. You can no doubt find the answers you seek, but
it will not be this easy, here.
--
Jim in NC


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"Morgans" wrote in message
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Most everyone here has been real patient, and answered your
questions about flying, but you are stepping across a line, with this.

You will have to understand that Citizens of the United States are very
suspicious of ANY middle-eastern person, asking about simulators,
or wanting to learn to fly large airliners.

Welcome to America, where you are found "guilty" without
benefit of a trial, solely based on the colour of your skin, and/or
the ethnicity of your name.

Makes me glad I'm not an American.

(Maybe there will be other Americans who will stand up against
this prejudiced behaviour... We'll see... I'm hoping...)

Ramapriya, I'm sorry that there are people like Jim in the world.

--
Jeff Shirton jshirton at cogeco dot
ca

Keep thy airspeed up, less the earth come from below
and smitethee. - William Kershner
Challenge me (Theophilus) for a game of chess at Chessworld.net!

"Jeff Shirton" wrote in message
...
"Morgans" wrote in message
...

Most everyone here has been real patient, and answered your
questions about flying, but you are stepping across a line, with this.

You will have to understand that Citizens of the United States are very
suspicious of ANY middle-eastern person, asking about simulators,
or wanting to learn to fly large airliners.

Welcome to America, where you are found "guilty" without
benefit of a trial, solely based on the colour of your skin, and/or
the ethnicity of your name.

That is not the case. Our legal system suggests othewise. Personal
perception has always been subject to wide variations and I believe you will
find that in ANY country. It is unfair to make this unique to the US.

(Canada, the traced entry of AIDS into the US and also an easy entry point
to the US for terrorists. Makes me glad I'm not a Canadian. Are those fair
statements? Perhaps not, but they are accurate.)


Makes me glad I'm not an American.

And we are likewise pleased.


(Maybe there will be other Americans who will stand up against
this prejudiced behaviour... We'll see... I'm hoping...)

Yes, his comments were insulting and uncalled for. Unfortunately the ugly
Americans are so easily taken for representing the entire population. I try
my best to steer clear of US tourists when abroad. It is usually
embarrassing.


Ramapriya, I'm sorry that there are people like Jim in the world.

Why are you apologizing for someone else? Jim is free to post what he
wishes.


--
Jeff Shirton jshirton at cogeco
dot ca

Keep thy airspeed up, less the earth come from below
and smitethee. - William Kershner
Challenge me (Theophilus) for a game of chess at Chessworld.net!

"Jeff Shirton" wrote

Welcome to America, where you are found "guilty" without
benefit of a trial, solely based on the colour of your skin, and/or
the ethnicity of your name.

*******
All I said was that answering this question without knowing the person
posting, is akin to giving the keys to the bomb, that could destroy your
home, to a stranger. Would you do that Jeff? If you say yes, you ar a
liar.

And yes, it is profiling. Unfortunately, all of the World Trade center
terrorists, did fit this profile. Sorry, but those are the facts.
******

Makes me glad I'm not an American.

*******
Where do *you* live, Jeff? If you are not American, have you had *your*
largest city attacked, thousands of civilians killed, and two of your finest
landmarks destroyed?
******

(Maybe there will be other Americans who will stand up against
this prejudiced behaviour... We'll see... I'm hoping...)

Ramapriya, I'm sorry that there are people like Jim in the world.
--
Jeff Shirton

******
I am sorry that there are people in the world that would have such hatred
in their lives, that they would gladly commit suicide, to kill other people
of a nation, because of some rational and agenda of their own beliefs.

You will notice that I was very kind and courteous, answering other
questions of the original poster, and am not a person filled with hatred. I
would like to get along with everyone, but everyone does not want peace with
us. I will always be a person that trusts other people, and treats others
with respect, but there are limits, and caution needs to be used in times of
war. We are at war, and must protect ourselves.

--
Jim in NC
******


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Jeff Shirton wrote:

"Morgans" wrote in message
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Most everyone here has been real patient, and answered your
questions about flying, but you are stepping across a line, with this.

You will have to understand that Citizens of the United States are very
suspicious of ANY middle-eastern person, asking about simulators,
or wanting to learn to fly large airliners.


Welcome to America, where you are found "guilty" without
benefit of a trial, solely based on the colour of your skin, and/or
the ethnicity of your name.

You bet. Bring back racial profiling.

You will have to understand that Citizens of the United States are very
suspicious of ANY middle-eastern person, asking about simulators, or
wanting
to learn to fly large airliners.

Except that he's Indian, not middle eastern. Besides, most terrorists avoid
public newsgroups.

Are there any terrorists here that can comment?

Brad Z.

Glad that there's at least someone who knows that "Indians" have nothing
whatsoever to do with "Middle Eastern." Wish more people in the US would
try to understand this.

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SC
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On Sun, 14 Nov 2004, Brad Zeigler wrote:

You will have to understand that Citizens of the United States are very
suspicious of ANY middle-eastern person, asking about simulators, or
wanting
to learn to fly large airliners.

Except that he's Indian, not middle eastern. Besides, most terrorists avoid
public newsgroups.

Are there any terrorists here that can comment?

Brad Z.