This bird really flies BY THOMAS B. HAINES I L LU S T R AT I O N B Y B R E T T A F F R U N T I Programmed scenarios take desktop simulation to new levels IMAGINE A TAKE-IT-OUT-OF-THE BOX-AND-PLUG-ITin device that, within minutes, can transport you into aviation experiences and adventures anywhere in the world. Redbird Flight Simulations founder Jerry Gregoire thought that idea might be a winner, too. He and his team of developers grappled for months on how to make a simple-to-use, ready-to-go flight simulator for people who like VIDEO EXTRA Learn how to fly the to fly, not just those who like to AOPA Jay by Redbird in this online video. tinker with computers. 70 | AOPA PILOT April 2013