WHAT S IN A NAME? N45480, THE ORIGINAL REDBIRD.

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1 What s in a Name? Redbird FMX Redbird SD Redbird LD Redbird MX2 Redbird TD & TD2 Redbird Xwind Available Configurations 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 WHAT S IN A NAME? N45480, THE ORIGINAL REDBIRD.

2 1 What s in a Name? Redbird FMX Redbird SD Redbird LD Redbird MX2 Redbird TD & TD2 Redbird Xwind Available Configurations WHAT S IN A NAME? N45480, THE ORIGINAL REDBIRD. One of the best ways to make a pilot feel like they are flying a real airplane is to put them in a real airplane. That s why when we set out to revolutionize the flight simulation industry, we decided to make our prototype out of a real airplane fuselage, salvaged, restored and modified for use as a simulator cockpit. We started searching aircraft graveyards across the state of Texas to find a suitable candidate when we stumbled across N45480 decaying in a field south of Dallas. It was a Cessna 177 Cardinal RG and it was perfect for our first prototype. Not long after we bought this Cardinal, we realized that the idea of using an old fuselage was not as ingenious as we had once thought. So we revised our plans, and N45480 was sent back to quietly repose in the Texas sun. Although our original plans for her didn t work out, we ve never forgotten the plane that was once to become the first FMX. How could we? After-all we named the company after her.

2 3 FMX When it comes to flight simulation, there s little doubt that motion makes the simulation fly, but the steep cost of most motion simulators made owning one impossible for most flight training

3 2 3 FMX When it comes to flight simulation, there s little doubt that motion makes the simulation fly, but the steep cost of most motion simulators made owning one impossible for most flight training organizations. Not anymore! Enter the FMX, the flagship model of the Redbird family. The Redbird FMX is a superior-quality, full motion, feature-rich Advanced Aviation Training Device priced with real-world flight training organizations in mind. With standard features that are anything but standard such as wrap-around visuals, a fully enclosed cockpit, reconfigurable cockpit, scenariobased training compatibility and of course an electric motion platform, the FMX serves up a level of realism that is simply unavailable in other training devices on the market. Electric Motion Platform Fully enclosed cockpit +200 wrap-around visuals User defined missions database Unique pilot key system Compatible with scenario based training Portable instructors panel software Quick-change cockpit configurations Single and multi-engine Traditional and glass cockpit Complete terrain and airport database Operates on a standard 15 amp outlet FAA Certified AATD Available Cockpit Configurations: The purchase of an FMX includes any one cockpit configuration from our library of available configurations. Additional configurations may be purchased. For a complete list of available configurations, see page 16. Room Requirements: The FMX requires a room that is at least 16 x 16 with a ceiling that is at least 8 tall and a standard 110 volt, 15 amp wall outlet. It is strongly recommended that the simulator have access to a highspeed Internet connection to allow remote diagnostics, support and software updates. 128`` 87`` Dimensions Additional Aircraft Expansion Packs (each) Redbird Insight Parrot Instructor s Tablet PC Additional Pilot keys (each) Custom Paint and Decals 130``

4 5 SD The Redbird SD is a fully enclosed, stationary Advanced Aviation Training Device. It serves as an excellent alternative to our FMX model for training environments where space is at a premium.

4 4 5 SD The Redbird SD is a fully enclosed, stationary Advanced Aviation Training Device. It serves as an excellent alternative to our FMX model for training environments where space is at a premium. The SD includes all of the same standard features as the FMX, with the exception of the motion platform. Utilizing a fully enclosed cockpit, wrap-around visuals and realistic flight controls, the SD totally immerses the pilot in the sights and sounds of flight. The SD is a top choice for flight schools looking for a realistic, full-featured, affordable AATD. Fully enclosed cockpit +200 wrap-around visuals User defined missions database Unique pilot key system Compatible with scenario based training Portable instructors panel software Quick-change cockpit configurations Single and multi-engine Traditional and glass cockpit Complete terrain and airport database Operates on a standard 15 amp outlet FAA Certified AATD Upgradable to FMX Available Cockpit Configurations: The purchase of an SD includes any one cockpit configuration from our library of available configurations. Additional configurations may be purchased. For a complete list of available configurations, see page 16. Room Requirements: The SD requires a room that is at least 8 x 8 and a standard 110 volt, 15 amp wall outlet. It is also strongly recommended that the simulator have access to a high-speed Internet connection to allow remote diagnostics, support and software updates. 68`` Dimensions 81`` Additional Aircraft Expansion Packs (each) Redbird Insight Parrot Instructor s Tablet PC Additional Pilot keys (each) 78`` Custom Paint and Decals

6 7 LD The Redbird LD is the perfect solution for flight schools and individual pilots who wish to have the power of a Redbird in their home or office.

5 6 7 LD The Redbird LD is the perfect solution for flight schools and individual pilots who wish to have the power of a Redbird in their home or office. Like the FMX and SD, the LD is FAA certified as an Advanced Aviation Training Device and is delivered with all of the standard features of a Redbird SD like wrap-around visuals, realistic flight controls, and interchangeable cockpits, but without the cockpit enclosure and pilot seats. It is an ideal choice for flight schools and home users that don t have the available space for an SD or FMX. Besides being a great choice for flight schools, it s a fantastic addition for the individual pilot dedicated to maintaining instrument currency and keeping skills sharp when they can t be flying the real thing wrap-around visuals User defined missions database Unique pilot key system Compatible with scenario based training Portable instructors panel software Quick-change cockpit configurations Single and multi-engine Traditional and glass cockpit Complete terrain and airport database Operates on a standard 15 amp outlet FAA Certified AATD Upgradable to SD or FMX Available Cockpit Configurations: The purchase of an LD includes any one cockpit configuration from our library of available configurations. Additional configurations may be purchased. For a complete list of available configurations, see page 16. Room Requirements: The LD requires a standard 110 volt, 15 amp wall outlet. It is also strongly recommended that the simulator have access to a highspeed Internet connection to allow remote diagnostics, support and software updates. 55`` 75`` Dimensions 92`` Additional Aircraft Expansion Packs (each) Redbird Insight Parrot Instructor s Tablet PC Additional Pilot keys (each) Custom Paint and Decals

8 9 MX2 HUMMINGBIRD The Redbird MX2 Hummingbird is a single-pilot, small foot-print, full-motion AATD designed to make the power of motion simulation available to every flight school.

6 8 9 MX2 HUMMINGBIRD The Redbird MX2 Hummingbird is a single-pilot, small foot-print, full-motion AATD designed to make the power of motion simulation available to every flight school. Occupying as little as 8 x 8 of valuable floor space, the MX2 is able to bring high quality training to just about any classroom. With a feature list to please even the most demanding pilot, the MX2 delivers compact, realistic, and effective training at a fraction of the cost of other devices. Xwind Room Requirements: The MX2 footprint is 8 x 8. It requires a ceiling that is at least 8 and a standard 110 volt, 15 amp wall outlet. It is also strongly recommended that the simulator have access to a high-speed Internet connection to allow for remote diagnostics, support and software updates. Electric motion platform Fully enclosed cockpit 180 wrap around visuals Unique pilot key system User define missions database Compatible with scenario based training Single or multi-engine aircraft Traditional or glass cockpit Quick-change cockpit configurations Operates on a standard 15 amp outlet FAA approved AATD Additional Aircraft Expansion Packs (each) Parrot Additional Pilot keys (each) Custom Paint and Decals

10 11 TD & TD2 The Redbird TD and TD2 are tablemounted flight training devices that are designed with the ergonomics of flight in mind at a price that everyone can afford.

7 10 11 TD & TD2 The Redbird TD and TD2 are tablemounted flight training devices that are designed with the ergonomics of flight in mind at a price that everyone can afford. Plus, they re fully packaged and easy to set up and operate, making it the most realistic and effective trainer on the market. Traditional desktop flight training devices sit on top of a table or desk, causing the pilot to reach up for the yoke and to look unrealistically high for the gauges. The TD and TD2 s unique mounting system allows it to be hung under the table, placing the yoke, switches, gauges and Equipped with computer, monitor, instrument panel, keyboard and speakers. Complete terrain and airport database. Ergonomically correct design which easily slides onto a sturdy, solid table. 90 day warranty with optional 1 or 2 year extended warranty. Failure Hotkeys. FAA Approved BATD with optional rudder pedals. Available Cockpit Configurations: The TD and TD2 represent a generic single engine piston aircraft and is available in either glass or steam gauge configuration. With the TD2, you can fly with or without retractable gear, constant speed prop and or a high performance engine. 30`` Dimensions visuals in the correct and most realistic position for the pilot. The Redbird TD and TD2 are perfect for flight schools looking to enhance training with simulation, and for individual pilots looking to hone their skills and stay current from the comfort of their home or office. Traditional Desktop Redbird TD Table Requirements: You will need a sturdy (the heavier the better), solid table with a maximum tabletop thickness of 2.25 including the rails and the underlying structure. There must be at least 29 between the legs. Please note that you must install the adjustable supporting leg for added stability. Exclusively Available through King Schools Contact King Schools to order your TD and or TD `` Adjustable supporting leg height 19 (extends to 22 ) 30`` 24.25``

12 13 Xwind Since the early days of powered flight, pilots have struggled with landing in crosswinds and learning proper crosswind landing techniques.

8 12 13 Xwind Since the early days of powered flight, pilots have struggled with landing in crosswinds and learning proper crosswind landing techniques. Even today, most crosswind landing skills are learned through trial and error... sometimes with disastrous results. Believe it or not, the most common contributing factor in weather related accidents each year is crosswinds. The second most common factor is wind gusts. In fact crosswinds and wind gusts cause more landing accidents than fog, thunderstorms, and icing combined! Electric Motion Platform. Winds up to 30 knots. Gusts up to 15 knots. Wind shear and turbulence. Laser markers for yaw and drift. Landing mode. Insurance discounts. Onboard Hobbs meter. Operates on a standard 15 amp outlet. XWIND Room Requirements: The Xwind requires a standard 110 volt, 15 amp wall outlet and a space that is at least 12 feet long and 16 feet wide. It is also strongly recommended that there be 30 feet of shared space in front the Xwind for visual field. That s where the Redbird Xwind comes in. It teaches pilots the proper techniques to meet and beat these top two causes of weather related landing accidents. By placing pilots in gusty, crosswind conditions for extended periods of time, the Xwind gives instructors all the time they need to teach the pilot the proper techniques for landing in challenging crosswind conditions.

14 15 Aircract Expansion Packs With Redbird Aircraft Expansion Packs Premium Yoke with Control Loading The Redbird Premium Yoke with Convertible Tablet PC Run The Redbird Instructors Station Custom

9 14 15 Aircract Expansion Packs With Redbird Aircraft Expansion Packs Premium Yoke with Control Loading The Redbird Premium Yoke with Convertible Tablet PC Run The Redbird Instructors Station Custom Paint and Decals Want to show off your school spirit? Redbird Insight TM With the Redbird Insight, an instructor Redbird Parrot TM Learning how to properly communicate Redbird Pilot Keys The FMX, SD, LD and MX2 are equipped you can represent a wide variety of Control Loading adds a new level of software for the FMX, SD, LD or MX2 on a We ll customize the FMX, SD, LD, MX2 or can monitor a training session from with ATC has been one of the most with a unique USB keying system that training aircraft without having to realism to the simulator experience. convertible tablet PC. This versatile Xwind to match your school colors and outside the simulator. They can view challenging things for new pilots to allows instructors to authorize their buy a new simulator for each. Each This yoke adjusts tension in proportion machine features a flip-around screen to branding. Our creative team will work the flight from a variety of angles, both learn. But not anymore! students to fly only those training configuration comes with a new with the amount of air flowing over the combine the versatilityof a laptop with with you to choose colors and design inside and outside the aircraft and missions that are applicable to the instrument panel overlay with control surfaces, and to represent the convenience of a tablet PC. decals to personalize your simulator for record the flight for playback during a Parrot is unlike any other communica- curriculum, store pilot information, operable gauges and avionics, and if in-trim and out-of-trim conditions. your training operation. debriefing session. This external tions trainer. It has been designed to track flight history and restrict access to necessary, a new throttle quadrant viewing station comes with a computer, integrate fully with Redbird simulators, the simulator. The purchase of each and yoke is provided to give you the Premium yokes are available for any monitor and all software needed to allowing pilots to practice during a simulator comes with five Redbird proper controls for the aircraft chosen. control style offered in all available easily implement this solution in your simulation session as if they were in an branded keys for use in your training configurations. training environment. airplane. Parrot is fully autonomous, organization. Additional keys may be For a complete list of avialable meaning that it requires no instructor purchased. aircraft, see page 16. input, so it can be used even when in solo flight. Applicable Devices Applicable Devices Applicable Devices Applicable Devices Applicable Devices Applicable Devices Applicable Devices FMX SD LD MX2 TD & TD2 XWIND FMX SD LD MX2 TD & TD2 XWIND FMX SD LD MX2 TD & TD2 XWIND FMX SD LD MX2 TD & TD2 XWIND FMX SD LD MX2 TD & TD2 XWIND FMX SD LD MX2 TD & TD2 XWIND FMX SD LD MX2 TD & TD2 XWIND

16 17 Available Configurations Single Engine Multi Engine Redbird C172-S 430/530 Represents a Cessna 172 with 6-pack configuration and 430/530 Redbird BE58-S Represents a Beechcraft Baron BE58 with

10 16 17 Available Configurations Single Engine Multi Engine Redbird C172-S 430/530 Represents a Cessna 172 with 6-pack configuration and 430/530 Redbird BE58-S Represents a Beechcraft Baron BE58 with 6-pack configuration Redbird C172-S KLN94 Represents a Cessna 172 with 6-pack configuration and KLN94 Redbird BE58-G Represents a Beechcraft Baron BE58 with G1000 configuration Redbird C172-G KAP140 Represents a Cessna 172 with G1000 KAP140 configuration Redbird BE55-S Represents a Beechcraft Baron BE55 with 6-pack configuration Redbird C172-G GFC700 Represents a Cessna 172 with G1000 GFC700 configuration Redbird BE76-S Represents a Beechcraft Duchess with a 6-pack configuration Redbird C182-S 430/530 Represents a Cessna 182 with 6-pack configuration and 430/530 Redbird PA44-S Represents a Piper Seminole with 6-pack configuration Redbird C182-S KLN94 Represents a Cessna 182 with 6-pack configuration and KLN94 Redbird PA34-S Represents a Piper Seneca with 6-pack configuration Redbird C182-G KAP140 Represents a Cessna 182 with G1000 KAP140 configuration Redbird DA42-G Represents a Diamond DA42 with G1000 configuration Redbird C182-G GFC700 Represents a Cessna 182 with G1000 GFC700 configuration Redbird P2006T-G Represents a Tecnam P2006T Redbird C206-S 430/530 Represents a Cessna 206 with 6-pack configuration and 430/530 Redbird C206-G GFC700 Represents a Cessna 206 with G1000 GFC700 configuration Redbird A36-S Represents a Beechcraft A36 with 6-pack configuration Redbird A36-G Represents a Beechcraft A36 with G1000 configuration Redbird PA S Represents a Piper Warrior with 6-pack configuration Redbird PA S Represents a Piper Archer with 6-pack configuration Redbird PA S Represents a Piper Arrow with 6-pack configuration Redbird SR20-G Avidyne Represents a Cirrus SR-20 with Avidyne configuration Redbird SR22-G Avidyne Represents a Cirrus SR-22 with Avidyne configuration Redbird SR20-G Perspective Represents a Cirrus SR-20 with Perspective configuration Redbird SR22-G Perspective Represents a Cirrus SR-22 with Perspective configuration Redbird 1000 High- wing, high-performance, complex single with 6-pack configuration Redbird DA20-S Represents a Diamond DA20 with 6-pack configuration and 430/530 Redbird DA40-G Represents a Diamond DA40 with G1000 configuration

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Section 1: List of Configurations Currently Approved:

Section 1: List of Configurations Currently Approved: 1. Configuration: TD2 BASIC-Standard - Single Engine, Land, Optional Fixed or Retractable Gear, Optional Fixed Pitch or Constant Speed Propeller, Optional