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Redbird SD

High Value, Immersive Simulation  

The Redbird SD is a top choice for flight schools needing an affordable, fully enclosed Advanced Aviation Training Device. It includes all of the features found on our groundbreaking FMX, with the exception of the motion platform making the SD an excellent alternative when space is at a premium.

With its wrap-around visual system, the Redbird SD will totally immerse your customers in their flight training. It’s versatile enough for single or multi-engine training and can represent glass panel or the traditional 6-pack avionics configurations. In short, the SD provides a government-approved, fully enclosed, visually stunning flight simulator for less than the price of a new SUV!

Redbird Flight Simulations SD
  • SD
  • Redbird Flight Simulations SD
  • Starting at:
  • $47,900
SD Visual System

Immersive Visuals

In the past, simulators have been used almost exclusively for instrument instruction and a single screen was all you needed to show the runway when the student broke out at minimums. But why limit your customers' training and your profit if you don’t have to? The Redbird SD is a great primary training platform, thanks in large part to its expansive visual displays. You can still put’em in the soup if needed, but accurately simulating VFR flights opens up a huge range of uses for the SD. Let a student practice turns-around-a-point or show them the highway they’ll pass over on their long cross-country. With a world-wide terrain database to support the 200° visuals, the SD lets your customers experience the view from the cockpit before they ever leave the ground.

Quick-Change Aircraft Cockpit Configurations

One Simulator, Dozens of Airplanes

Gone are the days when every aircraft in the fleet had the same avionics package. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could offer a simulator for every type and panel in your fleet without needing to spend a few hundred thousand dollars? We thought so too, that’s why we designed our innovative, quick-change aircraft configuration system. In less than 10 minutes, your instructors can switch the SD from a 172 with analog gauges to a SR22 Perspective to a Baron 58 with a 430/530, or any of the 30+ aircraft configurations we offer. From the latest in glass panel technology to the old 6-pack and lots of GPS/Radio stacks in between, the SD can meet just about any need.

Redbird Flight Simulations FAA AATD

Loggable Time, Valuable Training

We are firm believers in simulation-centric training and we know the value of the SD far outpaces the loggable hours, at the end of the day, we all want credit for our work. That’s why we made sure the SD can be certified in just about any country. The FAA has approved it as an Advanced Aviation Training Device, it meets the requirements for EASA FNTP qualification, and many other authorities recognize the value of training in the SD. Want more details about certification? We’ve got you covered.

Aircraft Configurations

Redbird C172-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C172-S
  • Represents a Cessna 172
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird C172-S KLN94 Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C172-S KLN94
  • Represents a Cessna 172
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird KLN94 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird C182-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C182-S
  • Represents a Cessna 182
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird C182-S KLN94 Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C182-S KLN94
  • Represents a Cessna 182
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird KLN94 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird C206-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C206-S
  • Represents a Cessna 206
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird A36-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird A36-S
  • Represents a Beechcraft A36
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird PA28-161-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird PA28-161-S
  • Represents a Piper Warrior
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird PA28-181-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird PA28-181-S
  • Represents a Piper Archer
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird PA28-201-S KAP140 Avionics Panel
  • Redbird PA28-201-S KAP140
  • Represents a Piper Arrow
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird PA28-201-S ST55 Avionics Panel
  • Redbird PA28-201-S ST55
  • Represents a Piper Arrow
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird S-Tec 55 Autopilot
Redbird DA20-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird DA20-S
  • Represents a Diamond DA20
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430 GPS
  • Redbird S-Tec 55 Autopilot
Redbird XL2-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird XL2-S
  • Represents a Liberty XL2
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird S-Tec 55 Autopilot
Redbird C172-G KAP140 Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C172-G KAP140
  • Represents a Cessna 172
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird C172-G GFC700 Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C172-G GFC700
  • Represents a Cessna 172
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird C182-G KAP140 Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C182-G KAP140
  • Represents a Cessna 182
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird C182-G GFC700 Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C182-G GFC700
  • Represents a Cessna 182
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird C206-G Avionics Panel
  • Redbird C206-G
  • Represents a Cessna 206
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird A36-G Avionics Panel
  • Redbird A36-G
  • Represents a Beechcraft G36
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird SR20-G Avidyne Avionics Panel
  • Redbird SR20-G Avidyne
  • Represents a Cirrus SR-20
  • Redbird Avidyne
  • Dual Redbird 430 GPS
  • Redbird S-Tec 55 Autopilot
Redbird SR20-G Perspective Avionics Panel
  • Redbird SR20-G Perspective
  • Represents a Cirrus SR-20
  • Redbird Perspective
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird SR22-G Avidyne Avionics Panel
  • Redbird SR22-G Avidyne
  • Represents a Cirrus SR-22
  • Redbird Avidyne
  • Dual Redbird 430 GPS
  • Redbird S-Tec 55 Autopilot
Redbird SR22-G Perspective Avionics Panel
  • Redbird SR22-G Perspective
  • Represents a Cirrus SR-22
  • Redbird Perspective
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird DA40-G Avionics Panel
  • Redbird DA40-G
  • Represents a Diamond DA40
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird BE58-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird BE58-S
  • Represents a Beechcraft Baron 58
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird BE76-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird BE76-S
  • Represents a Beechcraft Duchess
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird PA44-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird PA44-S
  • Represents a Piper Seminole
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird PA34-S Avionics Panel
  • Redbird PA34-S
  • Represents a Piper Seneca
  • Standard, Analog 6-Pack
  • Redbird 430/530 GPS
  • Redbird KAP140 Autopilot
Redbird BE58-G Avionics Panel
  • Redbird BE58-G
  • Represents a Beechcraft Baron G58
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird PA44-G Avionics Panel
  • Redbird PA44-G
  • Represents a Piper Seminole
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird DA42-G Avionics Panel
  • Redbird DA42-G
  • Represents a Diamond DA42
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird GFC700 Autopilot
Redbird P2006T-G Avionics Panel
  • Redbird P2006T-G
  • Represents a Tecnam P2006T
  • Redbird G1000
  • Redbird S-Tec 55 Autopilot
  • SD
  • $47,9001
  • FAA Approved AATD2
  • One Aircraft Configuration
  • One Year Warranty3
  • SD/cl
  • $55,9001
  • All Standard SD Features, Plus:
  • Control Loading Yoke
  • SD-E
  • $81,9001
  • All SD/cl Features, Plus:
  • EASA FNPT II Qualification Kit2
Pricing Notes:
  1. All prices exclude shipping, installation, and training.
  2. Read more about FAA approval, EASA qualification or certification in other countries.
  3. Service and support after the initial warranty expires is available for an additional charge. Read more about our Service Agreements.

Warranty Information

For the legally minded, you can download the full warranty document. For the rest of us, we summarized the high points:

This simulator includes a warranty against defects in material and workmanship that starts on the day you take delivery of your new simulator and ends one year later. Basically, if something broke because we didn't built it correctly, we'll fix it or send you a replacement. This doesn't cover normal wear and tear, modification, acts of nature, or other stuff that's out of our control.

Additionally, we also provide one year of free product support that includes:

  • Software and database updates
  • Part repair or replacement
  • On-site support for US customers
  • Phone and email support for all customers
  • Remote diagnosis for all customers
  • Access to our online knowledge database
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Service Agreement Options

After your one year warranty expires you have the option to choose one of two Service Agreement levels for the next 12 months. All Service Agreements are billed quarterly based on your actual usage with a maximum of 1,400 hours a year.

Class B: $5.50 per Hobbs hour

  • Software and database updates
  • Malfunctioning parts replaced at no charge (excluding shipping outside the continental U.S.)
  • On‐site break‐fix and support is available and is billed at $100.00 per hour with a 2 hour minimum per trip
  • Live phone support available M–F 7:30 AM‐6:00 PM (CST)
  • Remote diagnosis and support
  • E‐mail / Web Support
  • Access to our online knowledge database

Class C: $3.50 per Hobbs hour

  • Software and database updates
  • Malfunctioning parts replaced at the current quoted component cost plus shipping
  • On‐site break‐fix and support is available and is billed at $100.00 per hour with a 2 hour minimum per trip
  • Live phone support available M–F 7:30 AM‐6:00 PM (CST)
  • Remote diagnosis and support
  • E‐mail / Web Support
  • Access to our online knowledge database

Customers may enter into a Redbird Service Agreement up to 90 days after expiration of the Warranty or an existing Service Agreement. After that time, customers wishing to purchase a Service Agreement will be required to undergo a recertification process and pay for an on-site inspection, replacement parts and travel expenses to bring the product configuration up to current standards. The minimum charge for a recertification will be $1,000 per system plus the actual cost of repairs, travel/lodging, etc.

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Optional Equipment

Redbird Control Loading Yoke

Control Loading

Real Training Value, Real Control Feel

$8,495

Control Loading - $8,495

When someone talks about a simulator, the fact that “it doesn’t feel like the real thing” almost always comes up. While that might not be a big deal when you’re teaching instrument procedures, this lack of “feel” turns most devices into a paper weight when you try to teach basic aircraft handling. The primary culprit of “simulator feel” is the traditional spring-loaded yoke system that has been the industry standard since the 1940’s. We’ve known that force feedback systems are the answer to this problem, but these systems have been hugely expensive and delicate components that aren’t even an option on most general aviation training devices … until now.

The Redbird Control Loading system is a mechanically simple, inexpensive force feedback system that takes the realism of your simulator experience to a completely new level. Control Loading is without doubt the most valuable upgrade you can make to your Redbird training device. It allows your customers to learn how the aircraft controls will feel at various trim and airspeed combinations. In fact, you’ll be able to teach the core building blocks of flight on the ground before a customer ever tries to manhandle the real aircraft into level flight. Unlike our competition, the Redbird Control Loading system is small, clean, quiet, and on our single yoke simulators, interchangeable.

Redbird Control Loading Yoke Package
Redbird Control Loading Yoke Package
Redbird Control Loading Yoke Package
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Redbird GIFT

GIFT

Guided Independent Flight Training

GIFT

Redbird’s Guided Independent Flight Training for Private Pilot is a simulator-based maneuvers training supplement designed to help your customers learn, practice, and get feedback on every maneuver required for their pilot’s license.

Each GIFT lesson focuses on a specific flight maneuver or skill required to earn a Private Pilot Certificate and includes:

  1. A video and written pre-flight briefing
  2. A simulator mission with an AI-powered flight instructor that provides real-time coaching and corrections on your performance
  3. A post-flight debrief with objective scoring based on the FAA Airmen Certification Standards
  4. In-depth post-flight review and trend tracking by uploading your lesson history to Redbird Landing

Read more about GIFT here.

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Redbird Insight

Insight

External Monitoring and Debriefing Station

$4,995

Redbird Insight - $4,995

Whether you’re a student pilot or instructor, Insight provides valuable information to enhance the flight instruction process. With Redbird Insight, an instructor can monitor a training session from outside the simulator. They can view the flight from a variety of angles, both inside and outside the aircraft and record the flight for playback during a debriefing session.

Insight integrates with the Redbird line of flight simulators to render the outside view of the aircraft, a live video feed from the inside view of the cockpit and cockpit instrumentation onto an external display. Key aspects of the flight can be immediately reviewed on the Insight screen after a flight is completed by using DVR-like controls on the Insight viewing station.

Redbird Insight Includes:

  • Stand-alone computer with software pre-installed
  • Live video cockpit camera
  • Automatic flight recording and playback
  • Optional viewing screen and cabling can be added for $600
Redbird Insight
Redbird Insight
Redbird Insight
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Redbird Corvus

Corvus

EFB Training with ADS-B Data from your Redbird

$599

Redbird Cygnus

Cygnus

Connecting Aviation Apps with Flight Simulation

$599

Redbird Cygnus - $599

Cygnus allows you to use any aviation or navigation apps running on your Apple iOS device while connected to any one of a wide range of flight simulation software products. When using Cygnus during a simulation session your iOS device and the aviation app it is running will believe that it is located wherever the aircraft in the active simulation is located. Cygnus is the perfect tool for training pilots in the use of iPad© aviation apps in a safe and controlled environment.

Cygnus Pro Wireless comes with a fully-functioning Bad Elf GPS Pro external Bluetooth wireless GPS receiver, and can be used to feed simulation data to up to 6 Apple iOS devices.

Cygnus Pro Wireless
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Cygnus Compatibility

Cygnus talks directly to the location services on your iPad, iPad Mini, iPhone, or iPod touch allowing you to display your simulated location on any location based App, including:

  • ForeFlight Mobile
  • Garmin Pilot
  • WingX Pro7
  • Jeppesen Mobile FliteDeck
  • Reader Plates
  • CloudAhoy

Cygnus will work with most Windows based flight simulation software, including:

  • All Redbird Simulators
  • Lockheed Martin Prepar3D
  • Microsoft ESP
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator X
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator 2000-2004
  • X-Plane 9 and 10
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Redbird Corvus - $599

Corvus connects your Redbird simulator to ForeFlight (more EFB connections are in the works) by providing data akin to an ADS-B receiver. In addition to representing own-ship position of simulated aircraft, Corvus also broadcasts attitude and heading reference systems (AHRS) information as well as Traffic Information Services-Broadcast (TIS-B) data. Select Flight Information Services-Broadcast (FIS-B) functionality, such as weather and airspace information, are currently in development and will be available in future updates.

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Custom Paint for your Redbird

Custom Paint & Decals

Customize Your Simulator to Match Your Branding

$2,500

Custom Paint & Decals - $2,500

Want to show off your school spirit? We’ll customize your simulator to match your school colors and branding. Our creative team will work with you to choose colors and design decals to personalize your simulator for your training operation.

Redbird Custom Paint
Redbird Custom Paint
Redbird Custom Paint
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Redbird Control Loading Yoke

CAPS

Training for the Hard Choices

$3,595

CAPS - $3,595

Nobody ever wants to pull the CAPS handle, but knowing when and how to do it is a critical part of emergency training that has been very difficult to accomplish. That's why we partnered with BRS to build this highly accurate add-on from the exact same components used in the real aircraft, minus the explosives. Redbird CAPS is a must have for flight schools that operate a MCX, FMX, or SD to train pilots in aircraft equipped with a whole aircraft parachute, including the Cirrus SR20 and SR22. The Redbird CAPS add-on gives your customers the advantage to learn by doing. Not only can they practice the deployment procedures until it's second nature, you'll be able to put them in the difficult scenarios that require them to make the hard choice or experience the outcome. All in the safety of you Redbird.

While operators of Cirrus SR20 and SR22 are the most obvious benefactors of this training, the Redbird CAPS add-on works with any of our aircraft configurations. This allows you to offer training on whole aircraft parachute system operation for pilots of with STC installations or create an aircraft agnostic course for your customers without needing to purchase a new aircraft configuration.

Redbird CAPS Add-On
Redbird CAPS Add-On
Redbird CAPS Add-On
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Specifications

Component Description
Exterior Shell Aluminum cockpit enclosure.
Visual System 200°, wrap-around visuals with world-wide terrain database.
Primary Flight Control Single yoke/center stick/side stick with optional Control Loading system. Interchangeable depending on aircraft configuration.
Rudder Pedals Standard rudder pedals with differential brakes.
Throttle Quadrant Controls for throttle, propeller, and mixture as appropriate to aircraft being simulated. Interchangeable depending on aircraft configuration.
Avionics Panel Controls for flight instruments, GPS(s), radio(s), and autopilot as appropriate to aircraft being simulated. Interchangeable depending on aircraft configuration.
Dimensions

Requirements

Item Description
Room Size At least 11' x 9' with a ceiling that is at least 8' high.
Electrical US standard 110 volt, 15 amp wall outlet.
Internet A high-speed connection is highly recommended to allow remote support and added functionality.

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