Redbird Simulator
The South Eastern Group is equipped with Redbird FMX flight simulator - an FAA-approved aviation training device that provides full-motion, panoramic flight simulation.
The Redbird FMX flight simulator is located at the South Eastern Group Headquarters at Westchester County Airport (4 Taxi Lane, West Harrison, NY 10604)
The primary purpose of the simulators is for the advancement of aviation and aerospace education in our Cadet Program. Cadet flights are scheduled through Maj Tartter: sunshine@yourultimatesolutions.com.
The secondary purpose is the training and currency of Form 5 qualified pilots. Additional use will be authorized for CAP members who are FAA licensed Private Pilots (or higher certification) but have not yet completed a Form 5.
Redbird Rules
A fee of $25.00 per hour will be charged to all Senior Members utilizing the simulator. There is no fee to Senior Members using the Redbird with Cadets. Cadet use is free.
Cadet use of the simulator must be under the supervision of a Redbird Manager or Training Pilot at all times.
Redbird Trainer Pilots may train and qualify Cadets and Senior Members to operate the simulator without the presence of Redbird Trainer Pilot after receiving Group Commander approval. Senior Members must be FAA licensed Private Pilots (or higher certification). See current SEG Redbird Managers and emails below.
With the permission of the Redbird Manager, the Redbird may also be used for educational and awareness purposes.
Redbird use is to be tracked by the simulator Hobbs meter and documented in the Redbird log located on premises.
The Redbird simulators must be treated with the same care and respect as our aircraft. Any discrepancies, issues or problems must be reported to Maj Michael Gasperino, who will coordinate repair as needed.
DO NOT MAKE ANY MODIFICATION TO REDBIRD EQUIPMENT OR SOFTWARE SETTINGS!
Redbird Managers
Manager - Maj Michael Gasperino: mfgaspo@gmail.com
Assistant Manager - Capt Marc Ghiron: marcghiron@gmail.com
Assistant Manager - Capt Brian Singer: bsinger@us.ibm.com
Redbird Trainer Pilots
Maj Rocky Cipriano: rockycipriano126@gmail.com
Lt Col Paul Ghiron: paul.ghiron@gmail.com
Maj Michael Gasperino: mfgaspo@gmail.com
Capt Marc Ghiron: marcghiron@gmail.com
Capt David Nelson: david.nelson@belpointe.com
Capt Brian Singer: bsinger@us.ibm.com
Redbird Checklist
Carefully follow the Redbird checklist especially for startup and shutdown to avoid malfunctions
Redbird Reservations
Contact Maj Rocky Cipriano: rockycipriano126@gmail.com to gain access to Redbird Scheduling Calendar.