Sure, they are both valuable, and simulators will let you practice things you never want to happen in real life, so you can be prepared. The issue is that simul

Sure, they are both valuable, and simulators will let you practice things you never want to happen in real life, so you can be prepared. The issue is that simulators are being treated as if they can completely substitute for real flying experience. E.g., the mere fact that you may be bored most of the time in a long flight can affect how you perform during the 5% where you really need to be present.