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Who this is for: Master-level instrument pilots preparing for airline operations, type ratings, or single-pilot jet IFR who want a realistic KSAN–KSFO hub-to-hub LOFT with NorCal STAR flow control.
CFII-led, LOFT-style IFR session in our G1000 NXi and Cirrus G3000 Perspective Touch+ flight simulators (FAA-approved AATDs). This Master-tier scenario recreates the KSAN → KSFO route with a dynamic SID/STAR profile, marine layer approach environment, and parallel runway ILS operations.
What you'll practice:
- Execute a “descend via” STAR (BIGSR2) with crossing restrictions, managing both altitude and speed simultaneously while transitioning from cruise to approach configuration. (FAA-H-8083-15B, Ch 10; FAA-H-8083-16B, Ch 4)
- Comply with NorCal flow control speed assignments, including the 210 KIAS restriction inside 10 DME, while managing energy and configuration for the approach. (FAA-H-8083-15B, Ch 7; FAA-H-8083-16B, Ch 2)
- Fly a precision ILS approach (28R or 28L) at KSFO with a marine layer ceiling of 300 feet AGL, maintaining stabilized approach criteria through a low-visibility breakout. (FAA-H-8083-15B, Ch 10; FAA-H-8083-16B, Ch 4)
- Brief and fly a parallel runway ILS approach using current charts, correctly identifying the assigned runway environment on breakout and applying PRM awareness. (FAA-H-8083-15B, Ch 10; FAA-H-8083-16B, Ch 1)
- Use VNAV for descent management on a complex STAR with multiple altitude and speed restrictions, demonstrating energy-state awareness from cruise through final approach. (FAA-H-8083-15B, Ch 6 & 7)
- Depart KSAN via the BRDR2 SID with awareness of climb gradient requirements and Miramar Class B airspace constraints. (FAA-H-8083-15B, Ch 6; FAA-H-8083-16B, Ch 1)
What you'll walk away with:
- Confidence managing a full “descend via” STAR from cruise altitude to approach configuration in a high-density terminal environment
- Proficiency with parallel runway ILS operations and marine-layer breakout techniques at a major international airport
- A repeatable energy-management framework for speed and altitude compliance on any STAR arrival
Syllabus and credits:
- S-MF1-W-1.0-01 — Takeoff and departure flight operations (1 Master Flight credit).
- S-MF2-W-1.0-01 — Flight operations away from airports (1 Master Flight credit).
- S-MK2-W-1.0-01 — Airport operations knowledge (1 Master Knowledge credit).
How this Activity satisfies each syllabus:
Master Flight Topic 1 — Takeoff & Departure (S-MF1-W-1.0-01)
- BRDR2 SID departure from KSAN with climb gradient compliance and early turn procedures to avoid terrain and Miramar Class B airspace. (FAA-H-8083-15B, Ch 6; FAA-H-8083-16B, Ch 1)
Master Flight Topic 2 — En Route & Approaches (S-MF2-W-1.0-01)
- Full BIGSR2 STAR descent with “descend via” compliance, NorCal speed management, and precision ILS approach to KSFO in marine layer conditions. (FAA-H-8083-15B, Ch 7 & 10; FAA-H-8083-16B, Ch 2 & 4)
Master Knowledge Topic 2 — Airport Operations (S-MK2-W-1.0-01)
- Parallel runway ILS procedures at KSFO including PRM awareness, runway identification in low visibility, and missed approach planning for a multi-runway environment. (FAA-H-8083-16B, Ch 1; PHAK, Airport Operations)
Completion Standard: All tasks performed to Instrument Rating ACS (FAA-S-ACS-8C) standards.
Source: FAA Instrument Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-15B), Chapters 6, 7, 10; FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook (FAA-H-8083-16B), Chapters 1, 2, 4; Instrument Rating ACS (FAA-S-ACS-8).
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How to book:
- Pick your session length. Most pilots choose the 3-hour session for LOFT scenarios; a 2-hour session is available for abbreviated profiles.
- Select date & time.
- Confirm your booking details.
Quick booking: 3-Hour LOFT Session (Recommended) · 2-Hour LOFT Session
This Activity was created on May 19, 2026.
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