For this event, Frasca will be bringing and using their newest sim called the Frasca RTD; it will be configured as a Cessna 172 with G1000. The G1000 will be simplified; the MFD will be active, however contestants will be prohibited from using advanced features such as GPS, autopilot, flight plans, frequency auto tune, nearest, zoom, declutter, etc.
IFR Simulated Flight Event Scoring
Scoring will be accomplished by using an automated analytical software tool developed by Frasca that was used during several SAFECONs in the past. Flight data from each contestant’s flight is uploaded into this tool which then samples and scores various parameters. The best scores will be attained by maintaining assigned parameters as closely as possible.
Each Scoring Parameter value is compared to its Target Value with an upper and lower limit:
· Heading: +/- 10 degrees
· Altitude, cruise: +/- 100 feet
· Altitude, approach: + 100 -0 feet
· Airspeed, climb: 74 +10 -5 knots
· Airspeed, cruise: 110 +10 -10 knots
· Airspeed, approach: 90 + 10 -10 knots
· Localizer: +/- 1 “dot” (half-scale deflection)
· Glideslope: +/- 1 “dot” (half-scale deflection)
The Scoring Parameters are sampled for the duration of a Flight Phase, and scored according to a “triangular rule” as follows:
· Below the lower or above the upper band limit, the score is 0
· Right on target, the score is 100
· Otherwise, the score is calculated linearly within the band, as drawn below
When the end of a Phase is reached, the average of all the individual sample scores becomes the Score for that Parameter for that Phase. All the Parameter Scores for each Phase are weighted and averaged for the entire flight.
Contestants must adhere to all other requirements and limitations per FAR and AIM.
Rudy Frasca, the founder of Frasca International, embarked on his journey with NIFA SAFECON by competing in the 1954 competition as a young aviator. Since then, his visionary leadership has seamlessly integrated Frasca’s unwavering support for safety by fostering a legacy of enduring commitment to NIFA’s mission. Over the years, Frasca’s contributions have transcended mere financial aid, extending to the provision of flight simulators for the Ground Trainer Event annually since 1970, and another for the IFR Simulator Flight Event since 1999. Furthermore, Frasca’s personnel are instrumental in both designing and examining the entirety of the IFR Simulator Event, showcasing their dedication to NIFA’s success.
FlightSafety International (FSI) is a world-leading supplier of cutting-edge, advanced-technology training devices of commercial aircraft for operators worldwide. Drawing upon decades of expertise, world-class engineering, and manufacturing capabilities, FSI delivers robust training solutions that redefine excellence. At FSI, pilots undergo rigorous training to maintain peak performance, hone their skills, and remain ever-ready for the challenges of each flight. This commitment transcends mere compliance – it’s about fostering a culture of preparedness and safety. Through partnerships with organizations like NIFA, FSI not only champions aviation safety but also advances the mission of cultivating a cadre of highly trained, proficient, and safety-conscious pilots