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Test articles for low-cost, rapid-response launch systems are currently being developed. In Aerospace Test Pilot (ATP), you become the commander of one such possible system — a high-powered booster stage aircraft on a mission to send an expendable rocket payload on its way to Earth orbit! Your flying skills will be tested on a wild ride as you accelerate to Mach 3, pull up at 4 g’s, guide the aircraft to ejection conditions at 200,000 feet and zero-g, deploy the rocket, then land back at your starting point a few minutes later! With its roots in an actual aircraft design and flight profile, ATP is a memorable, one-of-a-kind experience!
Features
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Highly reliable, standalone operation — no attendant required
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Uses standard, off-the-shelf PC hardware
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High throughput (3-5 minutes per flight)
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Multiple skill levels
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Multiple viewpoint options, selectable by the pilot
Realistic flight characteristics -
Real-time assistance and flying tips if necessary
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Cockpit audio effects, including a computer-based co-pilot voice that responds to the pilot's flight performance
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Optional "Queue-line Visual" add-on draws attention to the exhibit and allows guests to be informed and entertained while waiting their turn to fly
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Target Audience
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Show Sequence
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Attract Sequence - continuous loop of graphics and audio; calls visitors' attention to the exhibit. Guest moves joystick to start the show.
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Training Sequence - hosted by "Roger," this short set of audio-visual screens is the "pre-flight briefing" that teaches the basics of flying the Aerospace Test Pilot flight profile
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Flight Sequence - the actual hands-on flight phase. After deployment of the cargo rocket, the sim transitions to final landing approach with additional short coaching from "Roger."
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Wrap-up Sequence - "Roger" delivers a light-hearted instant replay and assessment of the flight. The show then returns to the Attract sequence.
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