Spain— entrol, a specialist in flight simulation solutions, has released a new FTD Simulator Guide aimed at helping helicopter operators and flight schools optimize training, enhance safety, and ensure compliance with EASA regulations.
- The guide consolidates expert insights on how Flight Training Devices (FTDs) can unlock official training credits, making simulator use count towards a wide range of helicopter courses and proficiency checks.
- entrol highlights how FTDs contribute to cost-efficiency by reducing reliance on live helicopter flying hours, freeing up aircraft for operational use while lowering training expenses.
- The guide emphasizes safety benefits, allowing safe, repeatable practice of critical scenarios that are not feasible to train in real helicopters.
- Operators are also advised on how modern FTDs simplify training schedules and maintenance, offering flexibility and reliability in day-to-day operations.
- Sales Director Nacho Navacerrada noted:“We wanted to go beyond just selling a product and position ourselves as a partner that offers strategic knowledge. This guide is our way of providing tangible value, helping flight schools and helicopter operators understand how FTD simulators are not just a training tool, but a crucial asset for optimizing budgets and guaranteeing strict compliance with EASA regulations.”
About entrol
Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, entrol designs and manufactures EASA and FAA-certified helicopter and fixed-wing simulators, ranging from FNPTs to FTDs and FFS solutions.The company provides turnkey simulation systems for training organisations and operators worldwide, with a focus on cost-efficiency, regulatory compliance, and operational safety.
Source: entrol
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