CAE and Canadian North have announced an expansion in pilot training capabilities for Western Canada with the upcoming deployment of an ATR 72-500 Full-Flight Simulator (FFS) at Canadian North’s training facility in Edmonton, Alberta. The CAE-owned and operated FFS is set to be operational by fall 2025, offering accessible ATR 72-500 simulator training for regional airlines, including Canadian North.

This addition will further enhance the comprehensive training services provided at Canadian North’s recently expanded 30,000 square-foot Edmonton facility, where CAE oversees training center operations and simulator maintenance. The facility currently houses a CAE-manufactured Boeing 737NG FFS, reflecting CAE and Canadian North’s shared commitment to advancing pilot training solutions in the region.

Beyond Edmonton, CAE also operates an ATR 42-300/ATR 72-200 FFS in Montreal, along with 13 additional simulators in Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal, supporting the diverse training requirements of its airline partners across Canada.

Source: CAE
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