Practice and perfect real-world flying techniques with Microsoft Flight Simulator 98. This is the only book on Flight Simulator aimed at pilots and would be pilots that shows realistic flying techniques not detailed in any other flight simulator book. Includes maps and tests to help users gauge their progress.

The only PC flight simulator endorsed by FlightSafety, International, Learjet, and Cessna, Microsoft Flight Simulator 98 is the next best thing to flying a real airplane. Author Douglas Kiang leads prospective pilots through the game's new adventures, new sights and sounds, and the multiplayer capability.

Get ready to take flight as two certified flight instructors guide you through the pilot ratings as it is done in the real world, starting with Sport Pilot training, then Private Pilot, followed by the Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, and Air Transport Pilot. They cover the skills of flight, how to master Flight Simulator, and how to use the software as a learning tool towards your pilot’s license. More advanced topics demonstrate how Flight Simulator X can be used as a continuing learning tool and how to simulate real-world emergencies.

From adventure flights to building your own custom airplanes, this book takes the flight simulator enthusiast through all the tricks of flying the Bell 206B JetRanger helicopter, Cessna Learjet, and Boeing's 737. The book also goes into depth about creating custom scenery and problems with 3D objects, textures, and colors.

Flight Simulator 2004: A Century of Flight lets pilots of all ages and abilities experience history in the cockpit of such famous planes as the Wright Flyer, the Spirit of St. Louis, and the Douglas DC-3. This official strategy guide, written with the full cooperation of Microsoft Game Studios, will help you deepen your knowledge and enjoyment of every aspect of flight, whether you're trying to land that Comet in a crosswind or request take-off clearance from ATC so you can get that 737 full of passengers to Chicago on time. Inside you'll find: Detailed specifications, statistics and flying tips for all the historical and modern aircraft. Exciting flight challenges so you can apply concepts and techniques, such as difficult navigation and approach procedures. Thorough coverage of all flight aspects, from taxi and takeoff, to in-flight navigation, to approaches and landings. Fun role-playing scenarios that let you become a bush pilot, airline pilot, or aerobatic pilot. Details on the Flight Simulator community, with dozens of great add-ons and Internet resources. Exclusive designer tips straight from the Microsoft's Flight Simulator 2004 team.

Take to the (virtual) skies with help from Microsoft Flight Simulator Microsoft Flight Simulator has offered a great way to fly aircraft of all sizes without ever leaving the ground for nearly 40 years. With help from Microsoft Flight Simulator For Dummies, you'll take to the skies in everything from tiny two-seaters to huge commercial airliners. Plot your course and deal with realistic wind and weather as you fly pond hoppers, 747s, and everything in between all around the world. In this book, you'll learn how to: Start with getting a feel for the controls of a small plane before moving on to larger airliners Get familiar with the instrument panels of all sorts of planes Deal with virtual emergencies, dynamic weather, Maydays, and more! Great for anyone just getting started with Microsoft Flight Simulator, Microsoft Flight Simulator For Dummies is also the perfect book for existing players looking to get the most out of their time with this awesome game.

Why to Buy . . . * Exclusive developer tips straight from the Microsoft's Flight Simulator X team. * Walkthrough and tutorials cover taxi and takeoff, to in-flight navigation, to approaches and landings. * Detailed missions tutorials will guide the user the 55 new mission based objectives * Learn tips and tricks to mastering multiplayer air traffic control scenarios.

Learn how to get the most out of the Global Positioning Navigation System, get intensive instruction regarding optimum use of Jeppesen Sanderson worldwide NavData database, and gain knowledge of flying in all types of weather with this completely comprehensive guide to one of Microsoft's bestselling games--updated for the millennium.

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