ASA has expanded the popular software product GPS Trainer, adding 3 more GPS unit tutorials for a total training package of 6 of the most popular IFR-approved and handheld GPS receivers on the market today.

Learn to use the KLN 89B/94, GNS 430/530, and GPSMAP 295, and the Apollo GX 50/60. The FAA does not mandate design, labeling, function, and operation of GPS receivers. With this lack of standardization, pilots are left to their own devices to learn each unit. Applicable to both VFR and IFR operations, all the tasks GPS can help you with are covered. Exercises are included throughout. Intuitive software is as easy to use as reading a book. Movie clips, animations, original figures and diagrams accelerate the learning process. Emulators integrate with the tutorial for hands-on practice of each task. Includes the manufacturer's simulators for the GNS 430, GNS 530, KLN 89B, and GX 50/60 (manufacturers simulators not available or included for the GPSMAP 295 and KLN 94). PC and Mac compatible.

"... a landmark step forward in IFR procedures training" — Private Pilot Magazine

IP Trainer is the only IFR simulator with a foundation of artificial intelligence in the form of a virtual instrument flight instructor (CFII), the only interactive courseware designed exclusively for instrument students, and the only program that can compare its knowledge of the Instrument Rating Practical Test Standards against a student's real-time flight simulation performance.

Most importantly, while you're using IP Trainer to build a solid foundation of instrument skills, you'll also be saving money. IP Trainer users consistently attain their Instrument Rating with less dual time and with less expense than students who rely on traditional methods alone, saving an average of $1,000 in their total training costs for the rating. With a built-in CFII, spoken ATC guidance, the comprehensive Instrument Flying textbook, and a full complement of IFR lessons, IP Trainer is the single best way to bring instrument training home.

Your CFII provides voice guidance and direction throughout your training, and can demonstrate each of the lessons while you observe, stop you if you make a mistake, explain what you need to do, back you up for a second try, and rate your flying against the FAA Practical Test Standards on every one of 133 different lessons.

Using the building block technique, the program begins with basic attitude flying, navigation, instrument approaches, and enroute procedures, and concludes with a complete IFR checkride — all the FAA Instrument Rating Practical Test Standard tasks are covered. Each lesson begins with a briefing, and includes references to Instrument Flying textbook, which ships with the program for an integrated ground and flight training program. You can also leave the lesson environment, and use the Free Flight mode and IP Trainer's realistic Cessna 172 to practice what you've learned — a comprehensive worldwide database is included.

Throughout the lessons, the IP Trainer CFII gives you a detailed report of each lesson, comparing your performance against the Instrument Rating Practical Test Standards. Detailed maps show your overhead and vertical flight paths, giving you a chance to reinforce the instructor's remarks with a visual reference.

New for Version 7: on-screen warnings, CFII Tips, Scan Trainer and Repeat features. See Detailed Description for more information!

FAA Industry Training Standards (FITS)

FITS products are more convenient, more accessible, less expensive, and more relevant to today's pilots. The FAA FITS initiative is focused on the redesign of general aviation training. Instead of training pilots to pass practical tests, FITS focuses on expertly managed real-world challenges. Scenario-based training is used to enhance GA pilots' aeronautical decision making, risk management, and single pilot resource management skills -- all without compromising basic stick and rudder skills resulting in progressive pilot training that enhances safety.