A teamed effort from 1985 to the present involving the user, procuring agency, and the contractor has resulted in a 90% improvement in OFT utilization. Besides significantly improved utilization, issues have been addressed which have resulted in documented user acceptance of the training device. The application presented in this paper Is for "schoolhouse" training of USAF pilots at Luke AFB. The structured methodology utilized by the user to achieve improved OFT effectiveness included problem definition, a literature review, and a needs/requirement survey of more than 500 pilots. The results of the user analysis led to changes in the training devices design, training philosophy, and training syllabus. Also, the issues of concurrency and user validation were explored. The problem definition was initiated in 1985 by a General Office Review. The user's literature review, requirements analysis, and survey validated the initial problem definition. Off-the-shelf technology was selected for a limited-fleld-of-view visual system and a totally redesigned instructor station. Also, task-specific training replaced the mission training approach. A three-tier training device syllabus was used to assure that fundamental tasks were learned prior to being practiced in the aircraft. The outcome of these efforts has been enhanced OFT utilization through user—initiated and defined requirements. The teamed effort was instrumental in addressing these issues in a timely manner.