747 simulator

Flight International state that Virgin only have one training flight simulator and it is a 747-200 based at Crawley. Surely this can`t be correct?

Its not always the case that airlines have their own simulators as they are damned expensive - there are a number of locations in the UK where you can "hire" them out.

In fact I was going to put a post on the site abotu maybe having a V-flyer day or evening at the 747 or 346 simulators. I have been lucky enough to have been in the 747-200 and its the biggest buzz you can get - it was a superb plane to fly - take offs and landings included - so light so delicate yet with so much powere and grace.

If anyone is interested then maybe we can start another post in the "events " section

I would like to announce my interest so please go ahead and start another thread.

[mcmbenjamin]

FlyI never owned any sims but leased time from SimCom or something like that in Dulles, VA; within eyeshot of the AOL HQ.

(OT but the AOL headquarters and the Wegmen's store across the street are great plane spoting locations )

I'd love to spend some time in such a sim. I used to fly, just single engines but I havent flown as pilot in command in maybe thirteen years.

Mark, I'd be very interested in anything along those lines.

[Scrooge]

Just quick word,I would love to join if there is a trip,but everyone get ready for some serious sticker shock.Pre 9/11 you used to be able to rent these pretty easily,however even then you were looking at $400+ an hour..just an FYI.

yes - it wont be cheap - I am anticipating £300 an hour - so its gonna cost some till to do it!!!!

I would up for this subject to time and place. Let me know what you turn up. I did have a link to a company that rented them out. I will see if I can find it

Paul

[preiffer]

These guys, by any chance, Paul? I have a friend that's had a "1-on-1" with them for a present. Had a damn good time, by all accounts [y]

[Scrooge]

I seem to remember that there is a place in BC Canada that has a number of sims they will rent inc MD-11,744 and 346...let me look around when i get a chance,there is also a place in Vegas that has them,dont know about renting one though.