Discover the backbone of flight simulator validation: the Qualification Test Guide (QTG). Learn how this document proves an FSTD matches reality, the critical difference between QTG and Master QTG (MQTG), and why it is essential for FAA and EASA regulatory compliance. A must-read guide for operators ensuring high-fidelity pilot training standards.

Flight simulators are indispensable for aviation safety, yet many pilots feel training falls short. Sessions can become rushed "box ticking" exercises, lacking realism and tailored scenarios. This piece explores common pilot frustrations—from inefficient instruction to the "constant lack of reality"—and examines how technology and improved methods can transform simulator training into a truly valuable experience.