#10: The Precursor to Modern Flight Training
In the past, before the advent of cutting-edge flight simulators, pilots honed their skills on rudimentary machines like the one depicted in this photo. Once cutting-edge and possibly confidential, this machine was designed to evaluate a pilot’s endurance and essential military pilot qualifications.
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Once pilots successfully navigated the challenges these early training devices posed, they would progress to the next level of their training, signaling a milestone in their journey toward becoming adept in the skies.