A twin seat flight simulator using the latest strap-on virtual reality technology has opened in a Tauranga Airport hangar by pilot Craig Saunders. He imported the software and designed the professionally built seats and controls that lends a totally convincing experience to flying anything from a World War II Spitfire to the latest jet fighter. The whole setup is housed in a container to make it totally portable.
DIY flight simulator creates plenty of buzz
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