The simulator was
rated higher than actual flight training in a number of different areas.The reason for this satisfaction is
clear.At no time is the pilot
actually at risk.In multi-bogey
(enemy airship) situations, the skies become crowed and the risk of a mid-air
collision increases.
Similar reasons
exist for the other high satisfaction areas.For number 2, no missiles are actually being fired at the pilot.The evasive maneuvers can be practiced
without risk.
Electronic
countermeasures can be employed without loss of radio contact or radar.
Escort tactics can
be simulated without fear of mid air collisions.
Visibility can be
changed during any heavy weather.Low
altitude can be practiced without crashing into the ground.
Using touch screens
instead of rudder pedals did not lower the pilot’s opinion of the simulator.