Your Path to the Skies Begins Here

Ever dreamed of taking the controls of a jet and embarking on a career as an airline pilot? The Lufthansa Kadett Pilot Program for Microsoft Flight Simulator brings that dream closer to reality. This immersive and challenging mission pack puts you in the shoes of a Lufthansa Kadett, guiding you through a comprehensive training program designed to prepare you for the rigors of commercial aviation.

Experience the thrill of learning to fly the Cessna Citation CJ4, a sophisticated business jet used by Lufthansa for pilot training. From your first takeoff to mastering complex instrument approaches and handling in-flight emergencies, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge essential for a successful career in the skies.

Master the art of flight planning, navigate challenging weather conditions, handle system failures, and hone your communication skills with air traffic control. Progress through the program, earning your stripes as you demonstrate proficiency in each stage of training.

Product Features:

■ 8 handcrafted training missions - Each mission has a specific briefing conducted by the Instructor, with a comprehensive explanation of the task at hand, specific advice and directives in all phases of the flight on how to handle the various situations involved in the lesson. (There are more than 500 custom voices/sound in the package).

Mission List:

01 - Introduction to the Citation CJ4 Familiarize yourself with the CJ4 cockpit, flight controls, and essential instruments.

02 - Autopilot Familiarization Understanding the functions and limitations of the autopilot, correctly programming the FMS, and maintaining situational awareness throughout the flight.

03 - Night Flight Navigation Develop proficiency in night flying procedures and navigation using the autopilot and FMS. This mission emphasizes instrument scanning, situational awareness, and precise control of the aircraft in a low-light environment.

04 - IFR in Low Visibility This mission expands on the principles of instrument flying (IFR) and focuses specifically on operating in low-visibility conditions, a crucial skill for any airline pilot.

05 - Crosswind Challenge Techniques and procedures for managing crosswind conditions during takeoff and landing.

06 - Single-Engine Operations Simulates an engine failure during cruise, requiring you to manage the aircraft on a single engine and perform a safe landing.

07 - Snow, Ice and... Alps Operating the Cessna Citation CJ4 in winter weather conditions, focusing on the challenges of snow, ice, and mountainous terrain. Excecute a RNAV approach to Innsbruck.

08 - Earning Your Stripes The final mission marks the culmination of your training in the Lufthansa Kadett Pilot Program. This is your final evaluation, a simulated operational flight where you'll demonstrate the skills and knowledge you’ve acquired throughout the program.

■ New livery for the Asobo Cessna Citation CJ4 in European Flight Academy D-ILHE - Tamas Palmi faithfully reproduced for us the aircraft actually used by Lufthansa Aviation Training to instruct its cadets.

■ Lufthansa Kadet Pilot Program Training Manual - This indispensable guide provides a deep dive into the Cessna Citation CJ4. From cockpit layout and systems operation to performance characteristics and emergency procedures, the manual equips you with the knowledge you need to confidently take command. Detailed and clear explanations of each mission illuminate every aspect of the learning program, making this manual your essential companion. Charts for all airports are also included and also available as download, as usual.

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Credits: Mission Creator: Marco Martini Graphic Artist: Mike Martini Liveries Artwork: Tamas Palfi Training Manual: Luis Cerutti