Full Motion flight simulator now at Laconia Airport

LACONIA — A Redbird Full Motion Flight Simulator recently “landed” at the Laconia Airport’s Laconia Flight Academy, a branch of Skybright Aviation. This innovative technology simulator provides pilots and pilot candidates with a cost-effective, state–of-the-art trainer. The simulator enables students to undergo an immersive training experience while reducing the time and cost to earn a pilot’s license or advanced certification. Laconia Flight Academy now has the Lakes Region’s only Redbird full motion simulator.

Lee Avery, owner of the Flight Academy and Skybright Aviation, said, “Redbird is a great addition to the tools we have to help customers reach their aviation goals.” He added that the simulator training hours can be counted toward a portion of the FAA requirements for beginning and advanced certifications. Redbird’s video package enables the user to “fly” anywhere in the world to experience a variety of airspace environments.

“The sophistication and technology of these simulators can reduce the cost of earning a pilot license while, at the same time, providing valuable experience not easily replicated in an actual aircraft,” said pilot Karen Mitchell, one of the Redbird instructors. Avery’s new simulator features a fully enclosed cockpit with 200-degree wrap-around visuals.

Avery invites beginners, experienced pilots and the curious to come to Laconia Flight Academy and check out the Redbird. Call 603-528-6818 or visit the website www.laconiaflightacademy.com to schedule a visit to learn more, take the controls and experience flight without leaving the ground.