European Helicopter Flight School, RotorSky, Announces Successful Qualification of the First Full-Capable NVIS Simulator Device Worldwide

Austria –RotorSkyis proud to announce their new addition to its fleet oftraining devices– an EASA qualifiedFTDto be operatedattheir headquarter at Linz international airport (LOWL).The simulator received initial qualification for FTD 1fromAustrocontrolinJanuary 2025.

The simulatorwas defined by RotorSkytodeliver highest quality training for NVISandto meetthe requirements given by EASA PART-SPA.Together with therecommended training syllabus, which was developed by RotorSky, operatorscannowreceiveproficiencytrainingfortheir pilotsto beready for NVIS operations.

The simulatorfeatures two visual systemstoprovide stimulated andsimulated NVG operationfor fixed-wing and helicopter pilots.The unique Virtual Terrain Board (VTB)from JFJprovides a night-realisticout-of-the-window viewallowinguse of any kind ofrealNVG–D-Worlddeveloped bymultiSIMprovidesrealisticsimulated NVGand flying at nightwith VR goggles.

Bringing the best of three companies together was the foundation of creating this unique training tool:

RotorSky GmbH, Linz, AustriamultiSIMBV, Soesterberg, The NetherlandsJFJ Aviation & Defense,Burgkirchen, Austria

Dr. Michael Mayrhofer, CEO ofRotorSkysaid:“The simulator marks another milestone in our consequent journey to bring highestpilottraining qualityto the marketon a reasonable economical basis.Together with thesyllabus, which was developed bymost experienced andinternational recognized expert,an ideal training solution for NVG was created.”

The syllabus contains almost two days of theory, where all relevant aspectsto be considered in an NVG environment arepresented and discussed in detail. Thereafter the pilot will receive a passive demo ofthe effects under realistic conditions using real NVG and the VTB. The next session is alreadya flight session using real NVG to experience the effects duringaircraft operation.Finally,the pilot will receive threemorepilot-in-the-loopsessions in the VR (virtual reality) environmentto gain more experiencewith night operations.

Ing.JosefJoachimbauer, CEO ofJFJ Aviation & Defensesaid:“Our cooperationwithRotorSkyandmultiSIMis a perfect synergy, as the capabilities of the three companies perfectly matches together.JFJ Aviation & Defense strengthiscomplex system integrationforreliable andeffectivepilot training devices, multiSIMprovides excellent simulator software solutions and RotorSkydelivers outstanding pilot training.The next step is to extend the simulator withnormobarichypoxia to also be able to train pilots for reduced oxygen exposure in high altitudes.”

The VR gogglesdisplayD-Worldduringday and night, which isa high-fidelity simulated worldwith realistic light-effectsdeveloped bymultiSIM.This visual systemhas now been qualifiedunder special conditions for VRasthe second in the world, as far as we know.

Dr.MarkWentink, CEO ofmultiSIMsaid:“multiSIM is knownfor its expertise and experienceindedicated defense training applications, where civil qualification is not required.This device marks a milestone ofmultiSIM’sprogessiveevolution, as it is the first EASA qualified training device, which entirely runs on multiSIM software.Weare grateful to be part of this cooperation andalready developing forthe nextgenerationinflight simulators.”

AboutRotorSky GmbHRotorSky is an Austrian helicopter flight school with more than 15 years of experience in all kinds of helicopter pilot training.Over the yearsRotorSky has developed to a major player forhelicopterpilot training within Austriaandalsowithin Europe by establishingalternate bases.CurrentlyRotorSkyoperates from10bases in Europe,threeintheUS–RotorSky operatesmore than 30helicopters in total15different types:

Robinson R22, R44Sikorsky S-300,S-76BBell 206, 429LeonardoAW109,AW139, AW169Airbus BK117,H120, H125, H135, H145, H155

For more information see www.rotorsky.at.

AboutmultiSIM BVmultiSIMBV is a high-tech engineering company based inTheNetherlands, specializing in advanced training and research simulation solutions for clients worldwide. With a team primarily composed of aerospace engineers,multiSIMdevelops cutting-edge technologies, including the D-SIM framework and D-WORLDrender engine, which together form a comprehensive simulation platform for development, evaluation, and training within a unified virtual environment.multiSIM provides integrated training solutions across a range of platforms, including fifth-generation fighter aircraft, helicopters, and vehicles. These solutions are versatile and can be deployed on hardware ranging from simple desktops to advanced full-motion simulators, catering to diverse training needs.multiSIM is committed to developing the world’s best distributed simulation framework, aiming to provide training operators with user-friendly, scalable, and connected solutions.

AboutJFJ Aviation & Defense GmbHJFJ Aviation &DefenceGmbH is anAustrian based company working in the field ofaerospacemedicine as well as flight safety. The team has many years of expertise and is familiar with the current state-of-the-art technology.We choose the right solution for individual requirements and support the planning, development, production, and implementation of aeromedical products – both in civil and military sectors.Governments and well-known manufacturers all over the world rely on our professional advice and technology.The latest developments have been done in F-35 engine start-up,normobaricHypoxia, Spatial Orientation and Night Vision training solutions.

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