WE OWN THEM, WE TEACH THEM, AND WE MAINTAIN THEM

New Flight Simulator!

IF YOU ARE BOOKING FOR GLASS SIM TRAINING PLEASE TELL CHUCK OR RJ THAT YOU ARE REQUESTING TRAINING ON THE GLASS SYSTEM.

WE SUGGEST THAT YOU CONTACT US AT LEAST THREE TO FOUR WEEKS OUT FOR TRAINING ON THE NEW GLASS SIMULATOR.

Our new full glass panel Twin Cessna system is complete and operating. It covers the turbocharged cabin class aircraft. It uses an upgraded software system and the system is totally complete for Twin Cessna models from 340 to the 421C.

For training we suggest you contact scheduling at least four weeks out. We are able to “mix” the new sim with our 650/750 systems or our 530 system.

AST INSTRUCTORS ARE MILITARY, AIRLINE AND CORPORATE GENERAL AVIATION – WE KNOW THE TWIN CESSNA SYSTEMS.

Custom Courses

Our training goal is to put you in control of any situation that you may encounter.  We train so that recovery from that problem will become second nature to you.  We train to help you gain the ability to get to a safe landing. We train to keep you from getting into more trouble until you can review the emergency checklist.  We train to help you save your passengers and your aircraft.

What makes AST Different?

  • We analyze accident reports
  • We teach how to handle real-life emergencies in our simulators
  • Learn how to save the lives of you and your passengers
  • Learn how to recognize and address problems early

Aircraft SIMULATOR Courses

in our state-of-the-art simulators
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Six Degrees of Motion SIM

Our custom built full six degrees of motion simulator is fully enclosed and creates total movement and actual flight characteristics. It is used for high end training in our high performance aircraft. This includes jet training, turboprop training, large twin engine training and complex aircraft training. We wanted to give an actual aircraft feel that some sims just do not do.

TURBOPROP AND INTIAL RECURRENT TRAINING KING AIR AND CESSNA CONQUEST

New turboprop facility at Georgetown Texas (KGTU). Booking for training slots beginning August 1, 2022. A totally new facility and full motion turboprop simulator. Contact Jim Minton, turboprop manager for information.

512-234-0045 (24/7)

Aircraft Training Courses

we fly the aircraft we train in
Twin Cessna Training
Aircraft Training
Aircraft Training
  • Aircraft Training Courses - in the Plane and Simulator
  • All Twin Cessna - All Twin Cessna Aircraft Pressurized and Non-Pressurized 310, 340(a) 414 (A) and all 421, B and C. Simulator and on the Aircraft - They are in our hanger - We own them.
  • Pressurized Cessna 210 and non pressurized 210
  • Beechcraft Barons - All Models Including Travelair and 58P
  • Beechcraft Duke
  • Insurance Required Training - Initial and Recurrent
  • Insurance 135 Training for Qualifying Pilots
  • Instrument Currency 6 Month Qualification Sim Training
  • King Air Turboprop All Models Initial, Recurrent Training with Differences
  • Cessna Conquest 425 and 441 Sim Recurrent and Initial Training.
  • We Own a 421C and 340
  • We use our aircraft to teach you about these planes in our own hanger.

Reviews

What Pilots have to say about our Simulator and Instructors.
I have just finished AST’s (Burnett, Tx) initial training on my 340A of which I have 640 hours on type. I needed to find a new place for recurrent training as my regular instructor had retired. He recommended AST so I called them up. They will not do recurrent without first going through their initial course. As it had been a number of years since my initial, I thought it would be good to have a refresher so signed up. I now know why they insist in such protocol.

I have to say the fee was the best investment I have made in my entire aviation career. Is there anyone more informed and knowledgeable on twin Cessna’s than Rick McGuire? I think not! The 3 days included ground school tips and practical/maintenance advice on the do’s and do not’s; and Rick passes the information over in a fast paced and humorous manner. I don’t recall how many engine failures, aborted takeoffs (I have had 2 in my aircraft over the years), asymmetric flap, emergency descents, stalls and even spins we practiced with Chuck Crisefi in the simulator, but it was plenty… to a level that means I am today much more confident than I would otherwise have been. Their sims are excellent. Much better than trying to practice in the real thing. And yes, a redoing the initial was well worth it.

Highly recommend them!
Wow! What a great experience being taught by people who have a true passion for flying.
Scott
ScottCessna 414
Everyone at AST possess a genuine desire to teach and make you a safer pilot and I truly appreciate the effort they apply. Thanks for making me a better pilot.
John
John
What a great group of guys. Highly recommended by me, can’t wait till next year.
Stoney
Stoney
No comparison between any other sim training. Once at AST, you’ll never regret making the decision. It’s a treasure for Cessna owner/pilots..It’s that good!
EricCessna 340A
Training at AST was unquestionably the most profitable training time I’ve ever spent in my 45 years of flying.
Timothy
As a retired USAF pilot, and now airline / GA pilot, I give AST my highest recommendation.
Gabriel

Associations

National Business Aviation Association
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

Latest Articles

Cessna 421C Engine Start the Right Way

Cessna 421C Engine Start the Right Way

Rick McGuire, an instructor at Aircraft Simulator Training, shows you the right way to start the geared engines in the Cessna 421C. Aircraft Simulator owns, trains and teaches the systems on the Cessna 421C and starting the engines must be done a specific way.

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January 9, 2024

AST Video of Cessna 340 Engine Start

Aircraft Simulator Training instructor Rick McGuire shows how we start our twin engine Cessna 340 – and there is no such thing as “hot starts” in our aircraft – it’s First Time – Every Time. In the video, Rick shows a student the basic procedure of starting a twin engine piston aircraft.

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December 4, 2023

Explore the Texas Hill Country

Bring your family for extra days. We are just a little over an hour out of Austin and we are loaded with recreation sites. Below are some of the most iconic towns in the area that make up the Texas Hill Country.

  • San Marcos
  • Marble Falls
  • Boerne
  • New Braunfels
  • Wimberley
  • Canyon Lake/Spring Branch
  • Fredericksburg
  • Kerrville
  • Luckenbach

Even Burnet has Park Road 4 and the Longhorn Caverns just 10 miles from Aircraft Simulator Training. We have Lake LBJ and Canyon Lake as well as Lake Buchanan. The Hill Country of Texas has some of the most glamorous views and scenery in the United States. It is known for its water recreation and camping.

One hour from our school Fredericksburg has vineyards, wine tasting and old world charm of German shops and restaurants. We have great overnight facilities from very reasonable to five star hotels and resorts. Three days extra will let you cover a lot of beautiful Texas Hill Country.
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