# Time Compression - - - - - - Time compression – changing the simulation rate during a flight – **is** permitted as often as desired; however, a 15% penalty will be assessed against the total number of points earned for that flight if its use is detected by ACARS. **EXAMPLE:** *53 points earned – 8 point penalty (.15 × 53) = 45 points awarded.*

*Time Compression is **not** permitted on any **Tour** flight. If you changed the simulation rate in any way during the flight and submit a PIREP, you’ll be required to re-fly that leg in order to advance in the **Tour**.*