simulator

How to Leverage a Simulator for Flight Training
using a simulator for private pilot training while avoiding the drawbacks

There’s significant debate on how much, or even if, a student pilot should use a simulator for flight training.1 They are a fun and inexpensive way to practice, but they can build bad habits.

This post highlights a few private pilot lessons where a flight sim can be beneficial, and a few areas where it can be problematic.2

Learn ForeFlight the Easy Way: With a Flight Simulator
a collection of simulator resources to build proficiency with ForeFlight

The best time to learn ForeFlight is on the ground. With a bit of practice, you can safely leverage its many features while flying. (And avoid figuring them out in the air!)

This post collects together several resources on how to connect and use ForeFlight with a flight simulator.