Behavioural factors influencing the use of flight simulators for training.

The case for using flight simulators as a training aid is propounded, and the drawbacks of training entirely in flight are listed. Transfer of learning from the simulated to real-life situation is discussed with relevant examples. A diagram illustrating the relative cost of using different types of simulator is given, and recent research is discussed. Finally, the attitude and influence of the organisation to simulator trainee and instructor is described.