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Old 5th February 2002 | 21:51
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Pilot Pete
 
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In these difficult times it is a tough position to be in and you all get my sympathy.

The Trident sim is excellent for getting some 'jet' practice in. I think it excellent for the money as well, the problem is are you up to flying it once in a blue moon just to keep the instrument skills intact? I don't wish to be derogatory in any way, shape or form, but do consider the fact that you are looking at not being current on piston twins, out of instrument practice and are looking to move up to a jet sim when the basics are a little rusty. Just a viewpoint that you may not have considered and obviously if you feel happy with it then that's fine.

Do consider cheaper sims like London Guildhall's, which I believe is (was) very cheap and even cheaper for ex-students.

It may be worth saving your jet sim time for when it appears likely that you will get asked for a check ride. I know I was current on piston twins flying IFR single crew when I got a jet sim check ride and I shelled out £800 at GECAT to give myself the best chance of passing, so it's all about timing and peaking..........

Good luck

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