Block 1 (30–45 minutes): Ground Briefing & Field Orientation

• Introduce Apollo 11 RC Airfield layout: runway, flight stations, pit area, no‑fly zones.
• Safety briefing: flight line etiquette, callouts, emergency procedures.
• Trainer aircraft overview: 1500 mm wingspan, tricycle gear, flaps, CG, control surfaces.
• Buddy‑box explanation: how control is handed off and recovered.
• Orientation basics: left/right when approaching vs departing, importance of keeping the aircraft in front.

Block 2 (20–30 minutes): RealFlight 9.5 Warm‑Up

• Basic stick familiarization on the simulator.
• Straight‑and‑level flight, gentle turns, altitude control.
• Instructor narrates inputs to build mental mapping before real flight.

Block 3 (45–60 minutes): First Flights – Basic Control

• Instructor takeoff and climb to safe altitude.
• Buddy‑box handoff for straight flight and gentle turns.
• Practice:
  • Banking left/right with smooth aileron inputs.
  • Coordinated turns (bank + slight elevator).
  • Throttle management for altitude stability.
• Short sessions with breaks to avoid overload.

Block 4 (45–60 minutes): High Pattern Work & Orientation Drills

• Introduce Apollo’s rectangular pattern: upwind, crosswind, downwind, base, final.
• Student flies high‑altitude rectangular circuits.
• Orientation drills:
  • “Freeze and identify” attitude checks.
  • Approach vs departure orientation corrections.
• Instructor performs all landings with narration.

Block 5 (20–30 minutes): Debrief & Mental Rehearsal

• Review what felt natural vs challenging.
• Discuss pattern shape, altitude discipline, and smooth inputs.
• Mental walk‑through of takeoff → pattern → landing sequence.

Block 1 (20–30 minutes): RealFlight 9.5 – Takeoff & Landing Simulation

• Simulated takeoffs: centerline tracking, rotation timing.
• Simulated landings: downwind → base → final → flare.
• Instructor narrates throttle/elevator coordination.

Block 2 (30–45 minutes): Takeoff Theory & Field Application

• Runway alignment at Apollo’s long asphalt strip.
• Smooth throttle advance, slight up elevator at rotation speed.
• Use of rudder/aileron to maintain centerline.
• Flaps introduction:
  • Discuss 10–15° flap setting for smoother rotation.
  • Explain how flaps affect lift and pitch.

Block 3 (60–75 minutes): Takeoff Training (Buddy‑Box)

• Instructor demonstration (with and without flaps).
• Student‑assisted takeoffs:
  • First few: instructor handles throttle, student rotates.
  • Progress to full student takeoffs.
• Multiple cycles: takeoff → climb → short pattern → instructor landing.
• Emphasis on smoothness and runway centerline discipline.

Block 4 (60–75 minutes): Landing Training (Buddy‑Box)

• Instructor demonstration landings with narration.
• Student controls downwind and base; instructor takes final.
• Progress to full student landings:
  • Throttle for glide path.
  • Elevator for attitude and flare.
  • Flaps optional for slower, more stable approaches.
• Teach go‑arounds as a normal, safe option.

Block 5 (30–45 minutes): Consolidation

• Goal: 2–3 full cycles (student takeoff → pattern → student landing).
• Debrief: highlight improvements and remaining habits to refine.

Block 1 (20–30 minutes): RealFlight 9.5 – Pattern & Landing Polish

• Simulated pattern spacing and approach consistency.
• Simulated crosswind corrections if wind conditions allow.

Block 2 (60–75 minutes): Full‑Cycle Flights

• Student performs:
  • Takeoff (with or without flaps).
  • 2–3 pattern circuits.
  • Full landing.
• Instructor minimizes intervention but remains ready.
• Focus on consistency, spacing, and energy management.

Block 3 (60–75 minutes): Variations & Light Scenario Training

• Longer/shorter downwind legs.
• Adjusting base turn timing.
• Crosswind corrections (if conditions allow).
• Go‑around decision practice.
• Flap‑on vs flap‑off landing comparison.

Block 4 (30–45 minutes): Final Assessment & Home‑Field Transition Plan

• Assessment flights with minimal instructor narration.
• Feedback on strengths and areas to monitor.
• Home‑field plan:
  • Buddy‑box flights with local instructors.
  • Focus on pattern and landing consistency before solo.
  • Use RealFlight for continued practice.