May 13, 2026

How to Practice ILS Approaches in a Home Simulator: A Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-step instructions for setting up and flying realistic ILS approaches in a home flight simulator to build instrument proficiency.

James Whitfield
Mar 4, 2026

Which Flight School Software Actually Supports Simulator Scheduling?

A breakdown of which flight school management platforms handle simulator scheduling natively and which require workarounds.

Ground Effects Sim Staff
Feb 19, 2026

Building a Home Flight Simulator for Pilot Training — What to Buy

A practical buying guide for student pilots and instrument students who want to build a home flight simulator for real training value, organized by budget tier.

Ground Effects Sim Staff
Oct 23, 2025

How to Use a Home Simulator to Maintain IFR Currency

A practical guide to maintaining IFR currency using a home-based aviation training device, including what qualifies, how to log the time, and what it costs.

Ground Effects Sim Staff
Aug 14, 2025

How to Choose an ATD for Your Flight School

A practical guide for flight school owners on selecting the right aviation training device, covering BATD vs AATD economics, vendor comparison, space requirements, and the FAA LoA process.

Ground Effects Sim Staff
Jul 29, 2025

BATD vs AATD: What Can You Actually Log?

A clear breakdown of BATD and AATD training devices, what flight time you can log in each, and how to decide which level your flight school actually needs.

Ground Effects Sim Staff