Virtual Wings, Real Feel: How Modeling & Control Systems Shape Flight Sim Realism

Описание: Recorded live at #FSExpo 2025 at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence.

Ever taken off in a flight simulator and felt the aircraft was “too easy” or “too twitchy” to fly? In this seminar, we dive into the secret sauce that makes simulated airplanes feel like the real thing: modeling real aircraft control systems. We’ll explore how simulators replicate features like stability augmentation and fly-by-wire control laws (digital rules that turn pilot inputs into smooth maneuvers). Discover why handling qualities–essentially how an aircraft “feels” to fly–are so crucial for immersion.

Drawing on my extensive experience in high-fidelity modeling and eVTOL flight dynamics, I’ll illustrate how advanced simulation techniques not only recreate the behavior of traditional aircraft but also capture the unique challenges of next-gen flying vehicles. From a trusty Cessna to a modern jetliner and even a cutting-edge eVTOL, real-world examples demonstrate how control systems and flight dynamics work together to create an authentic experience.

Whether you’re a casual simmer or a seasoned pilot, you’ll walk away with new insights on how subtle tweaks in flight models and control logic can be the difference between a sim that’s just a game and one that “feels” truly real.