Flight Simulator Enthusiasts Revive Boeing 747 Cockpit
A group of dedicated flight simulator fans in Silicon Valley are reviving a scrapped Boeing 747 cockpit for the WorldFlight event.
The Jurassic Jets Team plans to use the cockpit with X-Plane flight simulation software to take a virtual journey around the world.
- Custom controllers and a Yoke are being used to enhance the simulation experience.
- The team will participate in a week-long virtual circumnavigation of the planet as part of WorldFlight.
Some enthusiasts spoke to the company about using a retired 747 cockpit as inputs and outputs for the flight simulation software.
The project showcases the team's dedication to creating a high-fidelity cockpit simulator.
Author's summary: Enthusiasts revive Boeing 747 cockpit for simulation.