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at Knoxville. In many aspects the simulator is easier: no traffic, airport construction, or turbulence – just you, the plane and the examiner. On the other hand, it was a lot of fun manag- ing other traffic, some light turbulence, and changing winds, while enjoying the excellent design, fit, and feel that Cirrus has become known for.
Five hours after we started, Tony handed me my new temporary FAA license with the SF50 endorsement. The two weeks went by fast. I was then fortunate to fly a Vision Jet home with a friend which allowed me to experi- ence even more time in this versa- tile personal jet.
Training Program
Matt “Mutt” Manifold, a former Air Force F-16 pilot and General, is the Cirrus Aircraft Vision Center’s Director of Operations and explained to me they will complete 200 initial type ratings and 500 recurrent train- ing events this year for the SF50 alone. With over 775 Vision Jet pilots trained
to date and growing, that is an impres- sive accomplishment.
If you purchase a new Cirrus Vision Jet, each aircraft comes with an entitle- ment for an initial rating Cirrus Aircraft has built upon its highly successful delivery process for new SRs. The training department works with new owners to complete their training by the time they arrive at Knoxville to accept delivery of their new jet.
This proactive training process starts six to eight months before de- livery. A Cirrus Aircraft instructor or CSIP can start working with the new owners to ensure their flying skills will serve them well flying the jet. They provide the customer with an instructor-led Flight Skills Assessment (FSA) at a Cirrus Aircraft center or customer location. This isn’t a test, just simply a way for Cirrus and the new owner to understand the owner’s current skill level.
Cirrus also offers a three-day Jet Readiness course to help owners
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