Flight Simulator 2004: A Century of Flight lets pilots of
all ages and abilities experience history in the cockpit of such
famous planes as the Wright Flyer, the Spirit of St. Louis, and the
Douglas DC-3. This official strategy guide, written with the full
cooperation of Microsoft Game Studios, will help you deepen your
knowledge and enjoyment of every aspect of flight, whether you’re
trying to land that Comet in a crosswind or request take-off
clearance from ATC so you can get that 737 full of passengers to
Chicago on time. Inside you’ll find:
* Detailed specifications, statistics and flying tips for all the
historical and modern aircraft.
* Exciting flight challenges so you can apply concepts and
techniques, such as difficult navigation and approach
procedures.
* Thorough coverage of all flight aspects, from taxi and takeoff,
to in-flight navigation, to approaches and landings.
* Fun role-playing scenarios that let you become a bush pilot,
airline pilot, or aerobatic pilot.
* Details on the Flight Simulator community, with dozens of great
add-ons and Internet resources.
* Exclusive designer tips straight from the Microsoft’s Flight
Simulator 2004 team.
Table of Content
How to Use this Book.
1: Systems Checklist.
2: Modern Aircraft Reference.
3: Historical Aircraft Reference.
4: The Learning Center.
5: From Taxi to Takeoff.
6: In-Flight Navigation.
7: Approaches and Landings.
8: ?So You Want To Be A??.
9: The Multiplayer Skies.
10: Flight Simulator Community.
Appendix A: Common Problems for New Users.
Appendix B: Checklists.
Appendix C: Keyboard Reference Chart.
Index.
About the author
Doug Radcliffe is one of the most respected authors in the business, having written acclaimed guides for high-profile games such as Mech Warrior 4 and Age II: Conquerors Expansion.