Testimonials from our customers:

"The Cirrus Flight Standards department has evaluated the FlyThisSim TouchTrainer. It is a very good aircraft-specific systems, avionics, procedures, and IFR recurrent trainer for Cirrus Analog, Avidyne, and Perspective aircraft. Using this device is an excellent and affordable way for all Cirrus pilots to maintain currency and improve decision making."

Travis Klumb, Cirrus Flight Training Manager, Cirrus Aircraft Corporation

The TouchTrainer^TM should be on the “essential equipment list” for any Cirrus pilot. From startup to shut-down, you can practice each phase with remarkably accurate functionality, including approaches, missed approaches, holds, and more. I’ve even used the TT to practice approaches into new airports the day before, making the real flight much more relaxing. There isn’t another simulator remotely close to it. The autopilot and other avionics are extremely true to life, and the touch-screen interface brings it all together. Not only will it add to your safety and confidence, it’s almost as much fun as the real Cirrus!

Bob Stevens, President, FootprintsUSA, Cirrus Pilot

I have had my TouchTrainer^TM now for about 5 months now, and continue to be impressed by how realistic it is. Before I go to a new destination, I find it helpful to fly the planned approach and run through the procedure. This simulator is truly amazing at how well it represents the real aircraft and particularly now it is FAA certified. I expect that regular use of the simulator will make me a much safer pilot.

Dr. Neil Paton, C.T.O. Alcoa Corporation (retired) , Cirrus Owner, 1500 hours.

A Complete Turn-key solution: Nothing else to buy.

Preloaded, preconfigured TouchTrainer^TM software with your aircraft of choice.
Base platform for solid mounting of hardware, and a pre-wired loom neatly hidden underneath.
Wires and ports with identification labels to assist with assembly.
Two Monitors: 23" touch main display and a 10" auxiliary touch display
Gaming computer with dedicated graphics preloaded and configured with all software and drivers
Flight Controls:
- Joystick, Throttle/Mixture levers
- Rudder pedals for FAA approved systems
1 year of software upgrades
U.S. maps, navigation data, and instrument approach procedures
X-Plane, flight models, and scenery. (USB key included with the commercial license)

Certified by the FAA as a Flight Training Device!

TouchTrainer^TM is like no other FAA approved aircraft training device. Touch screens provide a unique value proposition. We eliminated most all hardware controls, and replaced them with photorealistic virtual buttons and knobs. TouchTrainer provides visual and aural feedback for positive control selection to the operator. This revolutionary change enables the following benefits:

LOWER COST: As an individual, every pilot can afford to own one. This in-home convenience encourages pilot safety and maintain currency.

Prices start at $3,500
(all inclusive with analog, Avidyne and Perspective panels!)

HIGHER FIDELITY: Controls are properly positioned on a photorealistic background, and have the same appearance to the make and model of the simulated aircraft. Users instinctively learn control position and function in the training device for use in the aircraft.

MORE VERSATILE: No other approved flight simulator can immediately transition between various cockpit configurations: such as standard “six pack”, Garmin G1000, Avidyne, or other technically advanced avionics. Available now for Cirrus.

IMPROVED RELIABILITY, MAINTAINABILITY AND SERVICEABILITY: Most moving parts are eliminated, and replaced with “off-the-shelf” standard consumer components and solid-state displays. Software upgrades are free for the first year, and very low cost after that.

Let the experts who developed SimAVIO find the perfect match with hardware! FlyThisSim Call Now! (408)-427-5872 or (408) 835-3655

Low Price Doesn't Mean Reduced Fidelity

Practice fully coupled holds, WAAS LPV and ILS approaches including missed approaches with multiple system failure scenarios or just learn your aircraft.

WAAS GPS simulations of the Garmin G1000, GNS430W with flight planning and approach capability, airspace, topography, and obstacles driven by data UPDATED on the ARAC 28 day cycle. More......
Aircraft specific PFDs and MFDs, secondary instruments, electrical, autopilot systems and malfunction all fully integrated with the GPS systems. More....
Leading edge flight dynamics models and scenery from JUST RELEASED X-Plane 10.

Logging Time in the TouchTrainer^TM

The FTS TouchTrainer^TM is approved for use in satisfying the Tasks/Maneuvers and Procedures under the following sections of Title 15 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) parts 61 and 141. Download the FAA Letter of Approval

FTS TouchTrainer V1.1 SR-20/22
Basic Aviation Training Device, Non-Complex Single Engine Land
CFR	Description
§ 61.51(b)(3)	Logged Flight Experience
§ 61.57(c)(2)	Instrument Experience **
§ 61.65(e)(2)	Up to 10 hours toward instrument rating flight instruction
§ 61.109(k)(1)	Up to 2.5 hours in the introduction to the operation of flight instruments
§ 141.57	As allowed within the FAA-approved Part 141 special training curricula
Part 141 Appendix C	Not more than 10 hours toward instrument rating flight instruction

** NOTE: Instrument Experience may be logged without a flight instructor present. See FAA clarification letter.

Price

The TouchTrainer is available in three main categories: FAA approved Commercial license, FAA approved Non-Commercial license, and Non-FAA approved Non-Commercial.

FAA Approved BATD	FAA Approved BATD	Not FAA Approved
Flight schools and other commercial establishments	Personal and in-home use
$4,900 U.S.	$3,900 U.S.	$3,500 U.S.

add $120 shipping cost to continental US customers. Special shipping quotation for HI, AK, and world-wide.
add up to two additional years of software warranty and support for $600/year (commercial) and $120/year (personal, home use)

Frequently Asked Questions

I currently own SimAVIO and your Cirrus Add-on panels. Can I purchase the same hardware components to obtain an FAA approved simulator
- Unfortunately not. We must deliver a complete warranted system to you in order for it to be FAA approved.
If I add a dedicated visual above the TouchTrainer^TM, does it disqualify the FAA certification?
- Yes. Your TouchTrainer^TM must remain unmodified unless you submit documents to the FAA first. According to FAA circular AC 61-136 Appendix 1.f., any person who modifies an Aviation Training Device (ATD) must submit a revised “Qualification and Approval Guide” (QAG). All non-approved modifications will invalidate the certification of the ATD.
Can I change the panel layout without disqualifying the FAA certification?
- No, you cannot add, remove, reposition or resize any instrument on the panel layout. Doing so will void your FAA certification.
Other than the license, what are the differences between the commercial FAA approved, home-use FAA approved, and home-use non FAA approved versions of the TouchTrainer^TM? Do you have a commercial non-approved version?
- Commercial systems include a Level 3 USB key (commercial) for X-Plane and stricter conformance testing. The non-approved system does not come with rudder pedals.
How is TouchTrainer^TM different, as compared to SimAVIO sold on your retail website?
- As required by the FAA, the TouchTrainer includes a self-test during the software start-up to validate performance and connectivity of hardware components. TouchTrainer^TM automates the start-up sequence, requiring only a single touch from computer power-up to aircraft engine start.

Contact us for more information

Email sales@flythissim.com to request a detailed information packet, or contact Carl at (408) 835-3655 or Eric at (408) 427-5872 (California, US). International customers may wish to communicate via Skype. Search for ID epaton