Flight Simulation Stream Notes

Overview

• Streaming a flight simulation using the CRJ aircraft.
• Starting at Montreal, destination KDCA (Washington National).
• Previous stream deleted due to issues.

Pre-Flight Preparation

• Setting up flight plan using Aerosoft CRJ and SimBrief.
• Initial flight plan downloaded, includes waypoints and arrival procedures.
• Input flight details into the FMC (Flight Management Computer).
• Passenger and cargo details entered.
• Fuel calculations and input.
• Setting up initial flight settings (V1, Vrotate, V2 speeds, etc.).

Pre-Flight Procedures

• Verifying turbulence radar: Slightly bumpy out of Montreal.
• FMC programming: Departure from Montreal, Arrival at KDCA using Clipper three approach.
• Perf init set, fuel set, payload verified.
• Weather check: Cloud tops at 35,000 feet, anticipated minor turbulence.
• Flight parameters: Cruising altitude 34,000 feet, target speed, initial climb rate.

Departure

• Taxied to Runway 24 left at Montreal.
• Performing checklists before take-off: flaps, engine parameters, flight control surfaces.
• Interactive chat with stream viewers.
• Successfully lifted off, gear up, began initial climb.

In-Flight

• Connected to VATSIM (Virtual Air Traffic Simulation Network): Call sign Jazz 821.
• Adjustment of cruising speed and altitude.
• Continuously monitoring fuel levels and turbulence.
• Navigational adjustments for waypoints and altitude.
• Autopilot engagement and troubleshooting issues.

Descent and Arrival

• Descending into KDCA, dealing with autopilot issues.
• Manually managing descent rates.
• Planning visual river approach to Runway 1 at KDCA.
• Handling significant airplane instability due to autopilot malfunction.
• Final approach adjustments to maintain safe flight path.

Landing

• Executed visual river approach manually due to autopilot failure.
• Minor course correction, maintaining altitude with manual inputs.
• Smooth landing at KDCA: -116 ft/min descent rate.
• Taxied to gate, post-flight procedures, and shutdown.
• Interaction with airport ground services and other AI aircraft on the ground.

Stream End Summary

• Reflection on flight: Issues with autopilot, handling instability.
• Overview of flight metrics: Overall positive landing score.
• Post-landing procedures: Deboarding, aircraft shutdown.
• Engagement with viewers on next possible flight simulations.

Additional Notes

• Known autopilot issues with Aerosoft CRJ.
• Regular updates and interactive tips with viewers.
• Focus on improvement and learning from each flight simulation experience.