Personal Computer Aircraft Simulators

Personal Computer Aircraft Simulators: Their effectiveness, cost savings, and safety benefits during Instrument training and maintaining Instrument proficiency





by






Kevin M. Harris










Submitted to the Extended Campus
in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements of

ASCI 654













Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Worldwide Online
Department of Distant Learning
May 2011
ABSTRACT
Researcher: Kevin M. Harris
Title: Personal Computer Aircraft Simulators and their effectiveness during training and maintaining Instrument proficiency

Institution: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Degree: Master of Aeronautical Science

Year: 2011

With the rising cost of flying and an inherent desire to make it as safe as possible, instrument pilots are turning to their powerful home computers to maintain flight proficiency.   Although there seems to be value from using FAA approved Personal Computer Aviation Training Devices, there are some issues that cannot be ignored for the sake of a healthy bottom line.   Integrated with a solid training program and clear guidance from an instructor, a PCATD can be a useful tool for a more proficient instrument pilot.








TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ABSTRACT
LIST OF TABLES
I. Introduction
          Background of the Problem
          Interest
          Statement of the Problem
II. Outline
III. Flowchart
IV. Review of Relevant Literature and Research
          Personal Computer Aviation Training Devices
          Transfer
                Measurements of Transfer
                Transfer Effectiveness
          Maintaining Instrument Currency
          Issues
          Safety
V. Recommendations
REFERENCES
APPENDICES
A OUTLINE
B FLOWCHART
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APPENDICES (Cont)
C TABLES
D ACRONYMS


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