Peter LeeFebruary 29, 2024Great location and 24-hour access! I have been able to get my instrument training during a lot of bad-weather days this winter thanks to DC Sim Center.Dai TranFebruary 27, 2024DC Simulation just opened in late 2023. This business facility is a great addition to the already friendly family-run Cable Airport (KCCB). DC Simulation provides two VW-beetle-sized Redbird FMX simulators, one of which is 6-pack steam-gauge and the other is a Garmin G1000 glass cockpit. These sims are considered AATDs (Advanced Aviation Training Devices); therefore, a number of sim flight hours can be logged toward certain FAA pilot ratings. After spending 15 hrs on the Redbird FMX steam-gauge Cessna 172S sim, here’s my take so far: PRO’s -Top-notch Redbird simulators: As close to real flying as you can get (without really getting off the ground); 6-screen display; 3-axis motion; realistic Garmin navigation and autopilot avionics (I’m still figuring these out) -Great staff: Dylan and Chris are very professional and helpful, and are awesome aviation enthusiasts! -Quick onboarding process: The sims are easy to boot up; can start flying within 5 minutes -Accessible & convenient: Facility open 24 hours; self-entry access after a brief onboarding orientation process; has two private prebrief/debrief rooms, each with a PC for flight planning, etc.; strong “free” Wifi/Bluetooth signals available; overall, the facility is clean, well-lit, ventilated, & climate-controlled -Easy scheduling: The Flight Circle website and app are simple to use; good visibility of daily, weekly, or monthly schedule, so can easily deconflict usage with other customers; Flight Circle can even track and log your sim hours -Big money saver: DC Simulation has two pricing options available … $490/month (25 hrs max) vs. $100/hour; former works out to $19.60/hour (can’t beat that in a real airplane!) -Connectability to ForeFlight: Can track sim flight and navigate as if flying for real; ForeFlight on my iPad connects easily via Bluetooth to the sim CON’s No major drawbacks so far, but here are a couple comments just for completeness’ sake: -Sim image details: Don’t expect MS Flight Sim image details, but the 3-axis motion realism makes up for any image quality deficit -Flight sim instructors: Need sim instructors to log hours -Lack of prop control for complex airplane: DC Simulation current has control adapter for twin-engine airplane sim (dual throttle, prop, & mixture levers), but does not have single-engine complex airplane adapter yetNeil LenhoffFebruary 17, 2024Great sims and easy accessAllen BarrenoFebruary 17, 2024Great stress-free environment to learn the methodology of flying before actually getting into the airplane and dealing with real-world weather, traffic, and ATC calls. I used DC Flight Simulation for part of my instrument training, learning how to shoot approaches and enter holds before actually flying them. The simulated Cessna 172 totally outperforms anything I've flown and feels more twitchy compared to an actual 172. However, that's a small concession to make for the overall learning experience. Besides the simulators, the facility also has private rooms for instructors to brief/debrief the sessions with their students. Pricing is cheaper than actually renting a plane, and even moreso with the 30 day package I purchased.Abadi ShabanFebruary 17, 2024I’m currently taking my IFR lessons on one of the simulators and the value of the packages they offer is so worth it! Everything is always kept clean and neat, 24 hours access to the facility, and Dylan is amazing, always there to help. I highly recommend this placeMitchel SanchezFebruary 14, 2024I'm glad this service is being offered in this area. The facilities are clean and accessible 24/7. The simulators are easy to operate. Offered both hourly and monthly rates. I'm glad I have access to these simulators because it has allowed me to make progress at a much faster rate and a fraction of the cost. If you're truly looking to improve your skills or aid your learning, this is a great way to do it.Brandon WolseyFebruary 10, 2024DC Flight has allowed me to integrate my instruction into a very safe and controlled environment. My students have benefited greatly from the modern Red Bird motion simulators provided for use 24/7. Hands on realistic training delivered by these simulators allows for lessons such as emergency simulations that cannot be safely demonstrated in real life. I recommend other students and experienced pilots to pursue sim training at this professional facility.Baron SunFebruary 9, 2024I love this outfit! Absolutely a great place to learn how to fly or just recurrent training. The facility is super clean. Dylan is always helpful. Booking process easy and streamline. Highly recommended!Jesse ArellanoFebruary 9, 2024DC Flight Simulation has made a huge difference in my preparation for the Instrument Rating exam. After just a few hours of practice in a user friendly state of the art simulator, I have made a lot of progress since my first day. The price is very affordable and the value for any pilot is without a doubt remarkable. Special thanks to my good friend Dallas Heseltine for introducing me to the staff and the facility.
