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Expert: - 3/20/2007


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I use a library computer....is there any way to use a disk or c.d. or whatever to simulate an actual flight in an airplane...especially aerobatics....can I buy the disc or get on line someway and fly like on a simulator....is there someplace to go and pay to use a computer to do this......thanks, kwh

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You have a good question, but unfortunately, I don't have much information on the subject.  Microsoft has a flight simulator program that I'm told is pretty good, but I don't have any first hand knowledge about it.  If there's a flight school nearby, they would have excellent simulators, but not for aerobatic flight; that kind of simulation is more for fun and is not a serious learning exercise.  You might have more success asking a computer guy about this than an aviation guy.  Sorry I couldn't be of more help, but good luck with your situation.

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Jeff Davis

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I can answer questions about general aviation, learning to fly, how to get started, and how to buy an airplane. Area of specialty is aerobatic flying. I do not have any expertise in flight training opportunities for students outside the USA, and I am not qualified to offer advice on becoming an airline pilot.

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I am no longer active in aerobatic flying, but was formerly a professional airshow performer and aerobatic flight instructor, with extensive experience in Decathlon and Pitts aircraft and light experience in other types. I also competed in IAC sanctioned competition through the Advanced level.

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No longer active, past member of Experimental Aircraft Association, International Aerobatic Club, International Council of Air Shows, and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

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World Airshow News

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Commercial and instrument rated, certificated flight instructor since 1986

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