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Join me on a short x-country flight from KMQS to N40. We will try to navigate using only the map and compass with new ortho satellite textures installed.

When flying VFR, the standard 3-degree glidepath provided by most VASI systems is inadequate.

Fly along with me as I attempt to recreate a method used by jungle missionaries to get supplies in and out of small clearings where they could not land.

How to set up and use memorized views to get a lot more out of your 3d cockpits. No plane-maker or plugins required.

Fly with me as we navigate between two restricted areas using our map and compass only.

The adventure continues as we navigate around the restricted areas and across the desolate deserts of California. No GPS No VORs No Autopilot

I fly the 172 from William Fox airport to Chemehuevi Valley and avoid the restricted areas along the way No GPS No VORs No Autopilot Just map and compass navigation schaeferflight.com

The simulator is a great place to practice the critically important skill of navigating using a sectional chart. For more flying tips subscribe and then go check out my blog at: www.schaeferflight.com

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A demo of maneuvering above and below maneuvering speed at maximum and minimum weight. Cessna 172 Reality Expansion Pack Giveaway: schaeferflight.com/index.php/2018/03/04/xp11-simcoders-c172-rep-giveaway/

A flight over an area with few landmarks using just the map to navigate. Cessna 172 Reality Expansion Pack Giveaway: schaeferflight.com/index.php/2018/03/04/xp11-simcoders-c172-rep-giveaway/

Join me for my review of the Cessna 172 Reality Expansion Pack by SimCoders. I am giving one of these away for free. Just click the link below and enter your email address where it says "Schaefer Flight in your inbox!". This will put you on my mailing list and you will receive regular updates as I post aviation training advice, accident studies, etc.... Everyone on my mailing list is in the dra...

Did you know that turning an airplane requires the use of the ailerons, elevator, and rudder? All of these controls need to work together to make smooth turns. This video lays out all that goes into making turns in an airplane including some tips to help you master this foundational aviation skill.

A look at what the trim wheel actually does, how to think about trim, and the proper way to use it in flight.

Cessna 172 Start, Run-up, Traffic Pattern, and Shutdown in X-plane 11

Hovering a 172 in the simulator

Flight above the clouds

City of Richmond