I have been flying sims for a while but just going from point A to point B. Now that I am trying to learn how to fly PMDG 737, 747 and 777 I have found that it is a lot more fun operating them correctly.

What is the best way to setup and operate the localizer when doing an ILS landing?

I'd highly recommend watching the tutorial video - I believe there's a link in the manuals

it will teach you pretty much everything a normal sim pilot will need

if you're not sure how to fly an ILS the pmdg aircraft aren't for you

3 hours ago, 0310 said:

I have been flying sims for a while but just going from point A to point B. Now that I am trying to learn how to fly PMDG 737, 747 and 777 I have found that it is a lot more fun operating them correctly.

What is the best way to setup and operate the localizer when doing an ILS landing?

I don't agree with Ryan, it'd be nice to learn instrument procedures in something like a BE-58 but the NGX will do just fine.  These aircraft are FMS-based which means you are going to be learning instrument procedures along with advanced aircraft systems. Take it one bite at a time. Start with NGX and don't plan on 747/777 for a few months at least.  Browse the Introduction document carefully, not to learn the information but at least to be aware of what information is in there.  You will have to fly the tutorials, and plan on flying them multiple times.

There is a lot to learn in the world of IFR.... again, one bite at a time. I recommend you get some books on the subject and download the FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook available free from here (if you are European much still applies): https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/instrument_procedures_handbook/

The Handbook provides excellent source of information on what the systems are (ILS, LOC, GS, DME, VOR etc) and how to fly them.

Below is a quick graphic which will give you the general idea.  I agree with Dan, plus there is a LOT of GREAT information on this (and most all other aviation topics) which can be found via a quick Google Search.

Best wishes!

In fact, I have found that once you learn how to use the MCP and the Autopilot of the NGX, an ILS is in some respects easier to accomplish with the NGX than it is with some simpler aircraft where it requires more attention to the intercept angles and the like.

Thanks for all the input.

The first input made me think, he doesn't think I can learn how to fly a plane using ILS.

I am 75 years old and got my GA ticket when I was 28 but found out it was to expensive to raise 4 kids and fly.

I have been flying remote airplanes every since. 

Started with the escapement rubber band system, one blip on the transmitter for right, two for left and 3 for either low engine speed or up elevator.Don't forget to land before the rubber band unwound to much..

Then the galloping ghost system. That was an experience.

The next system was the reed system and then into the proportional system. Trouble with this system was the weight of the batteries, servos and the receiver.

I do have 200 hours on my ticket and would like to fly more but it is fun with the sims now days.

 

I did buy the GoFlight airliner system last year and learning that system. The only thing I do not like about that system is the PRO-Yoke.

It is not as smooth as the real thing. I am looking for a better yoke.

If any of you have any ideas, please let me know. I would like to keep the cost below $1500.00.

Remember that in something like a PMDG you have a lot less time to do things. So learning in a GA aircraft would be better in that regard. That said, it's a sim, so even when you mess up nobody gets hurt!

In regards to the Go Flight Yoke, I applied petroleum jelly I bought at Walmart's to the yoke shaft and this corrected the sticking problem. 

You might want to use a silicone “dry” lubricant 

On 2/3/2018 at 12:52 PM, 0310 said:

I am 75 years old and got my GA ticket when I was 28 but found out it was to expensive to raise 4 kids and fly.

I do have 200 hours on my ticket and would like to fly more but it is fun with the sims now days.

0310... big smile here...

64 here. I too at 32 traded my taildragger for a family. In hindsight it was a great trade. I also am making the transition from GA to commercial  tubeliners.

Even after years of Youtube and user forums, I found this ILS navigation page done by Charles Wood, founder of DC3 Airways, one of the best resources for learning what you are inquiring about. I highly recommend it. Note the ILS tab.

http://www.navfltsm.addr.com/

For a yoke, IMHO, you can't go wrong with a CH yoke. Of note: I use a stick for both the Dash8 and 737. I find you only need manual control input for a very limited amount of time on both TO and landings. My CH is rarely used.

I'll echo Dan's advice. Start with the PMDG manuals and tutorial flights. There is enough there to keep you busy for a very long time. YouTube will help with cockpit familiarization if you are a visual learner. Have some fun... if you get stuck or need help, there are some really kind and helpful people here. Note there are also some wordnotallowed's too. Just ignore them.

You might want to spend some time reading the past posts of the PMDG 737NGX forum here too. Great info there.

Good luck!

Bob

 

Thanks