Gulf Aviation Academy has received dual Type Certification from the EASA for its new A320 Full Flight Simulator for the joint different A320ceo and A320neo engines types as well as UPRT training capabilities.
Centrik has been selected by QinetiQ to provide comprehensive operational management support to the Empire Test Pilots’ School as part of its complex civilian and military flight test training programmes.
Ultra has won a Joint Interface Control Cell Extended Trainer contract for the delivery of advanced trainers to support National Guard Warfighter objectives.
One of the most significant US Navy training projects in development is Carrier-Advanced Reconfigurable Training Systems. The project is designed to immerse the crews of this sea service’s carriers into next generation learning experiences. Group Editor Marty Kauchak reports.
Boeing will provide aircrew training support for the Strategic Airlift Capability’s multinational fleet of C-17 aircraft under a new U.S. Air Force Foreign Military Sale contract for a C-17 Weapon System Trainer (WST) that will be stationed at Pápa Air Base, Hungary.
Vuzix Corporation, a supplier of Smart Glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technology and products, has been selected by Verizon to co-develop a 5G-enabled Smart Glasses EMS solution for first responders and public safety.
The DiSTI Corporation was awarded a follow-on Other Transaction Authority production agreement from the U.S. Army for the Family of Maintenance Trainers Diagnostic Troubleshooting Trainers.
Editor’s Note:CAT magazine presents Guest Commentary on important issues facing the community. The opinions expressed are the author’s own.
This commentary is offered by Naveed Kapadia, whose career expertise includes research and development of flight crew training to enhance safety for a major European airline group, business development for Airways Aviation, and easyJet Flight Officer. He earned a master’s degree in air transport management from City University of London and an MSc bursary winner from Royal Academy of Engineering. He is also an ambulance crew volunteer during the current UK health crisis.
He poses the challenge: do we need a global refresh on how we train crews for decision-making?
We are used to scrutinising accidents and serious incidents, but we almost never investigate with the same tenacity and vigor when things go right. Why do we deprive ourselves of equally important learning opportunities when the flight crew makes the right call? We need to encourage stakeholders to proactively look at what went well and celebrate success with similar importance. Enhancing insights and experience is key to minimise errors.
Advanced Simulation Technology inc. will provide simulated communication and aural cueing products and services to the UK Ministry of Defence Typhoon Future Synthetic Training program.