Control the Simulator Like the Airplane
The TD2 is most valuable when you use the same smooth control habits you use in flight.
Yoke
Use the yoke for pitch and bank. Small movements are better than chasing the instruments. For instrument work, make a small correction, wait, then adjust again.
Rudder Pedals
Use the pedals for directional control. On takeoff, keep the nose aligned with the runway. In turns, use rudder to coordinate. On landing, use pedals to keep the nose straight.
Throttle
Power changes affect climb, descent, and airspeed. Add power smoothly. Reduce power early when configuring for approach or landing.
Mixture
For most customer practice sessions, start full rich. If practicing cruise or high-altitude procedures, lean according to the aircraft profile taught by your instructor.
Trim
Trim removes pressure. First set pitch and power, then trim until you are not holding constant force on the yoke.
Flaps and Gear
Use flaps in stages and confirm the aircraft response. If flying retractable gear, lower the gear early enough to stabilize and always confirm indication before landing.
Common Practice Flow
- Set attitude with the yoke.
- Set power with the throttle.
- Trim away pressure.
- Use rudder to stay coordinated or aligned.
- Scan instruments, then outside picture if VFR.
