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Flying the Heavies – Flying Accidents |
Captain Charlie makes a virtual investigation of a flying accident in Los Angeles earlier this year. What conclusions will you draw from the information presented?
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Advanced Turboprop Techniques |
Enter the world of the turboprops. These lean, loud flying machines are great fun to fly. We have some great tips in this edition’s lesson to at least impress all your virtual passengers, if not yourself!
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Triming an Aircraft |
For the real and simulated, effectively operating the trim of an aircraft can make the difference between a smooth, enjoyable and safe flight compared to a roller coaster and physically demanding unsafe flight. In this lesson we explore the trim along with the dos and don’ts of operating the control. |
| THIS ISSUES REVIEWS |
• Ilan Papini’s Micro Flight V4
• Aerosoft’s Scenery Manhattan
• Just Flight’s Traffic 2004
• Just Flight’s FS Falcon
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| PLUS ALL THIS! |
• Pull Out Poster
• FS Doctor
• Bill Stack
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July 2004
VOLUME 8 - ISSUE 7
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Building a Virtual Flight Deck |
You asked for it, so we have delivered! Francois takes a closer look at what is needed to build your own virtual flight deck. From hardware to software and recommendations for the best gear going around, this article will get you started on your way to virtual flight deck fame.
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Controlled Flight Into Terrain |
Jonathan Stern recreates a tragic real world aircraft accident in his flight simulator and shows you how you can use your sims to learn from real world accidents. Try the flight yourself and see how you fare.
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Behind Precision Flight Controls |
Doug Horton explores the manufacturing hangar of Precision Flight Controls, a company leading the way in virtual aviation flight deck setups, controls and peripherals. Now, where did that money tree go?
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X-Plane Websites Reviewed |
Chuck Bodeen explores a couple of top X-plane related websites where sim enthusiasts can find a myriad of downloads, information and tips and tricks.
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Top Gun Fighter School – The MiG-29 |
Pull out the Russian translator because today we hop aboard the famed MiG-29 for a virtual lesson in how to walk away from your aircraft in one piece!
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Horton’s Hints for FS2004 |
Need to put AI float planes in their place, sort out some radio issues or learn how to access the web right from the cockpit kneeboard in FS2004? We have the answers to a better flight simming session.
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“State of the Cart” |
Forget traffic jams, finding a car park at a shopping center or long queues at the cash registers, online shopping is here to stay and it is now safer than ever! Rod White explains how to get the best out of the online experience.
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Flying VFR in the Canadian Rockies |
Pack yourself a picnic lunch because the flying is often low and slow in the Canadian Rockies. Peter James took the plunge into the valleys of this great mountainous playground. You can read his report right here.
From the EDITOR..
Welcome to the July issue of Computer Pilot. As you can tell from my voice this is not Dean…no, it’s Derek. Or better known as “Baron”! While Dean’s away, doing a spot of “VFR”,I’m in the “Hot Seat” for this issue.
We have a fantastic issue for you this month, with articles covering a wide spectrum ofsubjects. For example, ever wanted to build your own GA cockpit? (I know…your ‘better half’ won’t let you!), well, if you have, we offer some great hints and tips on how to get started.
For those with a hankering for the great outdoors and adventure, we have a piece on flying the Canadian Rockies.
On a more serious note, we have a couple of articles that examine aviation accidents and what part flight simulation can play in getting a better understanding of such tragic events.In fact there’s so much packed into this issue, including informative tutorials, product reviews, hints and tips, I’d better let you get on and read them.
There’s an old saying that says: “variety is the spice of life”, well…that’s what you get with Computer Pilot magazine!
Enjoy!
Derek “Baron” Davis.
“Acting” Editor!
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