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Had to DIVERT – Flying to test the FUTURE of Flight Sim

May 28, 2023
Steve Thorne
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In this episode of Flight Chops, we’re #Flying #IFR in the RV-14 to visit Sporty’s and see the latest in #FlightSim tech! (We face some challenging weather along the way, but do what general aviation pilots do, and adapt the plan to execute the mission! 🙂

The Yawman Arrow used in the video is a 3D printed pre-production model that is used for testing, but is 100% representative of the final design and all the controller’s features. Sporty’s is going to be the exclusive distributor in North America (and they’ll have better international shipping rates).
You’ll be able to buy in two places:  https://www.Yawmanflight.com and Sporty’s https://www.sportys.com/yawman-arrow-…

Infinite Flight is a mobile flight simulator designed for iOS and Android, letting pilots and flight sim enthusiasts get their flying fix on the go. Combined with the new Yawman Arrow gaming controller, Infinite Flight lets you can take your simulator setup to the next level, anywhere.
Learn more at https://www.infiniteflight.com and download Infinite Flight in the App Store or Google Play.

FlightSimExpo is North America’s community-driven flight simulation conference. The next event takes place on June 23-25, 2023 in Houston, Texas. I’ll be there with the RV-14 displayed across from Microsoft with the panel powered up so you can check out out – stop by for a fist bump and a sticker!
Learn more at https://www.flightsimexpo.com

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I am a “weekend warrior” private pilot, I fly for fun with no intentions of going commercial. I have had my PPL for over 15 years, but still consider each flight a learning experience – I generally take detailed notes after each flight to remind myself what went well or what I could do to improve…. Having the GoPro cameras to record flights like this is invaluable. I find these self analysis videos very helpful in my constant quest to improve, and am happy to share.

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