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How to Build a Home Flight Simulator - Step by Step illustrated instructions

I have been flying simulators for many years but they didn't really look the part or feel as real as possible......so now is the time to grasp the nettle and build a REAL simulator. My aim is to build one as cheaply as possible, but as authentic as possible within the realms of the simulation world. I won't provide any measurements or material specifications because you will all have your own ideas. I'll just run you through how I built one with photo's at each stage.  All parts are being either bolted, screwed or bracketed together so that if some time in the future it needs to be disassembled, I will be able to do so and reassemble where necessary. My simulator is a hybrid with fixed wing controls on the left and helicopter controls on the right. However, the early photo's below show dual fixed wing controls. These were later changed. I currently use X-Plane 11 which I have found to be the most realistic flying experience to date, but I am aware

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