Nelson Aviation College (NAC) ordered a new Pacific Simulators ProJet PS2.5 that will be used for Air New Zealand’s Airline Integration Course for future airline pilots. The ProJet PS2.5 is a fixed‐base Flight Training Device (FTD) based on a narrow‐body, twin-engine jet aircraft that is used for airline preparation programs. It...
EDIC Horizon, a flight training organization in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), purchased an Entrol H14 FNPT III MCC simulator based on a Bell 429. The simulator will be used for EDIC’s mission training and Instrument-Rating (IR), Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) and Air Transport Pilot License (ATPL) courses. The simulator is...
Astrom Aviation Technology released its Smart Simulator Assessment System (Smart Sim), its latest generation for pilot proficiency checks. Setting Smart Sim features two new functionalities: Flexible Structure - lets instructors handle complicated scenarios in proficiency checks such as adding a reinforced training session. Multi-Grading Method – airlines can opt...
Peach Aviation Limited established the Peach Pilot Challenge Program for training pilots with Airbus in cooperation with the ANA Group, Airbus and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC). The program makes it possible for successful applicants to obtain the necessary licenses to become an airline pilot through a pilot training program...
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) in Australia selected TRU Simulation + Training to provide a King Air 350/250 convertible Level 6 Flight Training Device. The device will be certified by the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and is expected to be delivered to the RFDS base at...
FlightSafety International won contracts for Bell TH-57 Aircrew Training Services and a Boeing C-17 Aircrew Training System. FlightSafety is the prime contractor for the TH-57 Aircrew Training Services program. FlightSafety will deliver instruction and Contractor Logistics Support and manage the replacement of the current training devices. The Level 6...
HAITE Aviation Safety and Training Pte. Ltd purchased a FlightSafety International full-flight simulator for the Airbus A320. The FlightSafety FS1000 simulator will replicate CEO and NEO versions of the A320 aircraft, and will be Level D qualified, and will enter service at the HAITE Aviation Safety and Training Center in...
The LORD Corporation, a vibration, noise and motion control provider, received the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Part Manufacturer Approval (PMA) for its enhanced Main Driveshaft Transmission Boot for Bell 412HP and 412EP helicopters. The company says PMA parts can reduce aircraft-on-ground time and save customers 35 percent on maintenance costs...
Avsoft International won a long-term pilot training contract from West Atlantic Group. West Atlantic will use Avsoft’s proprietary Learning Management System AvLMS, and CRJ-200PF and 767-200SF with FPDS Upgrade courses that are customizable to West Atlantic’s fleet configuration. Avsoft will also provide its latest Cold Weather OPS -2017 course for...
Advanced Simulation Technology (ASTi) completed sound and communication system updates in five MD-11 simulators for a large cargo operator using the ASTi Telestra. The Telestra is a Level D sound and communications system installed in more than 100 commercial full-flight simulators (FFSs). The MD-11 simulators included three Level D-certified FFSs...