Simulator Square

Every player who lands on the Simulator Square gets upgraded to a better plane!
! Important if you already have the best plane LINER, you must through Go / No go One coin, if you have Red “No Go” meaning you failed your Simulator and you must downgrade your plane to Liner plane with 5 coin toss, if you have a Green “Go” It means you passed your Simulator and you can continue using your liner with 6 coins toss.

The progression of planes is as follows:

Single Engine = 3 coins

Dual Engine = 4 coins.

Jet = 5 coins.

Commercial Liner = 6 coins.

Players start the game with a Single Engine Plane with 3 coin toss. When landing on the Simulator Square, they are automatically upgraded to the next tier of planes.

Benefits of Upgrading:

Each player begins with 3 coins (one side red, the other green). Coins are tossed to determine the number of steps forward:

• Single Engine Plane: 3 coins. E.g., 2 green and 1 red = move 2 squares forward.
• Dual Engine Plane: 4 coins. Adds more potential to move further (up to 4 steps).
• Jet Plane: 5 coins. Even higher chances to move up to 5 steps forward.
• Liner, Commercial Plane: 6 coins. Maximum potential movement of 6 steps forward.

The more advanced the plane, the more coins you toss, and the further you can move!

Goal of the game

The goal of the game is to fly from Singapore to the USA. The player who reaches the USA first wins.

Airports in the Game

The game features a linear flight route from East to West, with 10 major airports representing iconic destinations around the world. Each airport is marked with its real aviation code, adding a realistic touch to the game. Here are the details:

Squares 3 and 4: WSSS (Singapore)

Square #3: Represents the WSSS airport code for Singapore. This square features an airplane icon indicating a takeoff point.
Square #4: Represents flying over Singapore. Once players land on square #3, they can use the green arrow to move forward to square #4.

Landing on square #3 allows players to take off and advance to square #4. The green line visually connects these squares, representing a smooth transition between taking off from the airport and flying over the city of Singapore.

Square 8: ATC (Air Traffic Controller)

Square #8: Represents an Air Traffic Controller (ATC) station. When a player lands on this square, their plane is re-routed to square #14. The ATC ensures smooth navigation and redirects the flight as necessary.

This square provides an exciting mechanic that can help players skip forward to square #14, giving them a strategic advantage in the game.

Follow the green arrow to understand how your plane moves between the ATC square (#8) and the destination square (#14).

Squares 19, 20, 21: VTBS (Suvarnabhumi Airport and Storm Zones)

Square #19: Represents Thailand’s airport. A safe zone for players to plan their next steps.
Square #20 Orange one: VTBS – Suvarnabhumi Airport. This is a takeoff runway marked with the number “09,” which indicates a 090-degree eastward takeoff direction. Landing on the Orange Square Players must flip 6 coins:

Square #21: A thunderstorm zone. If a player lands here, they are rerouted back to square #19 via the red arrow, simulating an emergency landing due to bad weather.

Key Aviation Lessons:

• Airport Codes: Players learn the airport’s shorthand (e.g., VTBS for Suvarnabhumi Airport).
• Go/No Go Decision: A critical aviation skill where pilots evaluate weather conditions and decide whether to proceed or stay grounded.
• Runway Markings: “09” indicates a takeoff heading of 090 degrees (east) on a 360-degree compass.
• Avoiding Storms: Towering cumulonimbus clouds (CB) are hazardous and must be avoided to ensure safe flight operations.

GO/NO GO Coin

Players use this dual-sided coin to make critical flight decisions during gameplay. One side of the coin displays GO (green), while the other side shows NO GO (red).

How to Use the Coin:

• GO: If the coin lands on the green “GO” side, the player proceeds with the planned takeoff or move.
• NO GO: If the coin lands on the red “NO GO” side, the player must stay on their current square until their next turn.

This coin teaches players the importance of decision-making in aviation, reflecting the real-world challenges pilots face when evaluating weather and other conditions before a flight.

Square 26: Green Light Tower

Square #26: Represents the green light tower, signaling that you are cleared to land. Players landing here proceed to square #28.

Square #28: A safe landing zone. Once the player lands here, they can continue rolling their plane forward to square #31 on their next turn.

Gameplay Mechanics:

• Landing clearance is granted at square #26 (Green Light Tower).
• After landing on square #28, players can keep rolling their plane forward until square #31.

Lesson in Aviation:

The green light tower teaches players the importance of landing clearance. Just like in real aviation, pilots need confirmation from the control tower to safely land and proceed on their route.

Square 37: Closed Runway

Square #37: Represents a closed runway. If a player flies into this square, they must reroute back to square #28 using the red arrow.

Square #28: Serves as the nearest airport for a safe landing after rerouting. From here, players can exit the runway at square #31.

Gameplay Mechanics:

• Landing on square #37 results in an immediate reroute to square #28.
• Players must exit the runway from square #31 to continue their journey.

Aviation Lesson:

This square teaches players the importance of verifying if an airport is open and the runway is active. In real aviation, pilots must plan for alternate airports and reroute when necessary to ensure safe landings.

Square 48: Red Light ATC Tower

Square #48: Represents an ATC tower signaling a red light. If a player lands here, it means their landing attempt has been denied. The player must go back to square #47.

What Does the Red Light Mean?

In aviation, a red light from the ATC tower indicates that it is unsafe to land. This could be due to runway obstruction, bad weather, or other safety concerns. Pilots must abort their landing attempt and circle back or reroute to another location.

Gameplay Mechanics:

• Landing on square #48 sends the player back to square #47.
• Players must wait for their next turn to proceed further.

Aviation Lesson:

This square teaches players the critical importance of ATC signals during landing. Pilots rely on visual cues, such as tower lights, to ensure safe and smooth operations, demonstrating the collaborative efforts between pilots and ground control.

Squares 54, 55: Takeoff from LIRF (Rome, Italy) and Weather Challenges

Square #54 Orange: Represents the LIRF airport (Rome, Italy) runway with a takeoff heading marked as “09,” indicating 090 degrees (east). Before taking off, players must toss 6 the GO/NO GO coin:

Square #55: A cumulonimbus (CB) storm square. Players landing here are rerouted back to square #47 due to severe weather conditions, simulating the need for emergency rerouting.

Gameplay Mechanics ORANGE:

• Takeoff from LIRF airport is determined by the GO/NO GO 6 coins toss on square #54.
• Players landing on squares #55 must return to square #47, representing a safe reroute during storms.

Aviation Lessons:

• Airport Codes: Introduces players to the shorthand code for Rome’s main airport (LIRF).
• Decision-Making: Highlights the critical importance of pre-flight weather evaluation.
• Runway Markings: Explains how the “09” heading correlates to compass directions.
• Storm Avoidance: Reinforces the need to avoid cumulonimbus clouds (CB) for safety in aviation.

Square 1: Start Line

All players begin their journey on square #1, representing the start line in Singapore. Each player starts as a pilot, navigating through airports, weather conditions, and challenges with the goal of reaching the final destination in the USA.

Game Objective:

Fly across the globe from Singapore to the United States, advancing through 100 squares. The first player to successfully reach square #100 and exit the USA terminal is the winner!

Square 100: Finish Line

Square #100 is the finish line, where you exit the terminal in the USA. The first player to land on this square wins the game, proving their skills as the ultimate pilot! Other players continue to reach square #100 to complete their journey.

Winning Condition:

The game is won by the first player to reach square #100. This means navigating the skies faster and smarter than the other players, avoiding setbacks like storms, exams, and restricted areas.

Game Journey:

• Start in Singapore (square #1) and fly through different airports and challenges.
• Navigate through storms, exams, restricted areas, and other surprises.
• The first to reach square #100 in the USA is crowned the winner!

Square 63: Failed Exam

Square #63: Represents a failed aviation exam. In the game, this square highlights the importance of maintaining your certification and the consequences of failing the exam.

Gameplay Mechanics:

• All players who land on square #63 must take one step back to square #62.
• If you are flying a single-engine plane, you simply go back to square #62 and try again.
• If you are flying a more advanced plane, such as a jet plane (5 toss coins), you are demoted to the previous plane level. For example:
  • Jet Plane (5 toss coins) → Dual Plane (4 toss coins).
  • Dual Plane (4 toss coins) → Single-Engine Plane (3 toss coins).

Aviation Lessons:

Every pilot must periodically take exams to ensure they are qualified to fly their specific type of aircraft. This square reflects the real-world requirement of recurrent training and checks, which are critical for aviation safety.

Players experience the consequences of failing these exams, reinforcing the importance of preparation and continuous learning in aviation.

Square 27: PAPI Lights

What are PAPI Lights?
PAPI stands for Precision Approach Path Indicator. These lights are like a traffic signal for pilots when landing a plane. They help the pilot know if their plane is too high, too low, or just right when coming in for a landing.

What Does 3 White and 1 Red Mean?

If you see 3 white lights and 1 red light, it means the plane is a little bit higher than it should be. Pilots usually aim to follow a 3-degree angle when landing, so this tells them to gently lower the plane to get back on track.

Why is This Important?

The PAPI lights help keep everyone safe by making sure the plane lands smoothly on the runway. If the pilot is too high or too low, the lights let them know so they can adjust before it’s too late.

Educational Lesson:

• White lights = too high.
• Red lights = too low.
• 2 white and 2 red = just perfect!

Pilots use these lights to make sure their landing is safe and smooth, just like a gentle slide down to the runway!

Square 93: Fighter Jet Interception

Square #93: This square represents a restricted area where a fighter jet intercepts your plane. In aviation, entering a restricted area or breaking certain rules can lead to immediate action by military or security forces.

Gameplay Mechanics:

• If you land on square #93, your plane is intercepted, and you must return to square #83.
• The interception reflects the consequences of entering restricted airspace or violating aviation rules.

Aviation Lessons:

• Restricted Areas: Pilots must always follow flight plans and avoid restricted zones marked on aviation charts.
• Interception Protocols: Fighter jets are deployed to intercept planes that pose a potential security risk or violate airspace rules.
• Safety and Compliance: Staying within approved airspace ensures safety for all flights and prevents unnecessary incidents.

This square teaches the importance of compliance with air traffic control and aviation regulations to avoid serious consequences.