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Simulator Manufacturer, Simnest, Launches New Simulator and Introduces itself to Asian Market

For Simnest Aviation, this year’s Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium (APATS) marks a milestone for more than one reason. On one hand, it will be the first time that the simulator manufacturer – already well known in the European market – will be present in Asia, and on the other hand, Simnest Aviation will officially launch its brand-new product, the Simnest A320 AATD on the APATS.

However, Simnest Aviation is best known in the aviation industry for its high-fidelity Airbus A320 FNPT II APS MCC simulators, at APATS three Simnest products will be offered to the aviation professionals of Asia-Pacific region: the aforementioned flagship product the Simnest A320 FNPT II APS MCC, its upgraded version to the FTD level, and the new Simnest A320 AATD that will be officially launched to the public for the first time at APATS.

Simnest’s Advanced Aviation Training Device is a vivid resemblance of the Airbus A320 aircraft both in its design and behavior. It includes all the necessary hardware and software characteristics that their clients need to provide a qualitative systems and procedures training or to ease off the transition to Airbus A320 for non-type rated pilots.

Despite the abbreviation AATD in its name, core instruments are the same as in the Simnest’s flagship product A320 FNPT II APS MCC simulator, all its hardware are physical with tactile switches and what is more, the same software ensures its operation as well. Thanks to the mostly unchanged main elements, the cadets can experience the realistic behavior of the Airbus A320 in a high-fidelity environment.

There are four main differences between the A320 AATD and our flagship product the A320 FNPT II APS MCC simulator. The AATD version comes without an enclosed cockpit, the visual system contains either an ultra-wide or two smaller displays instead of the high-definition direct projection system and it is not equipped with OEM parts. On the other hand, the price is what distinguishes the A320 AATD from the A320 FNPT II MCC, which is a factor of paramount importance to owners and management.

More information on the above three Simnest products will be available from Simnest Aviation staff in person at APATS 2023, booth 207! Make sure to visit their booth, as they have arrived with a very special offer exclusively for APATS participants!

Source: Simnest Press Release
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World’s Leading UPRT Provider, APS, Highlights Next-Generation Flight School Upset Training at APATS 2023

Aviation Performance Solutions (APS) is poised to make a significant impact at the 19th Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium (APATS) held on 29-30 August 2023 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Building on the momentum from their successful presentation at WATS 2023, APS will emphasize the importance of Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) in the aviation industry.

Paul BJ Ransbury, CEO of APS and Chairman of the NBAA Safety Committee, will be presenting on the first day of the symposium, sharing invaluable insights on “Effective Next Gen Flight School Upset Training.” As a former fighter pilot, military instructor, and airline pilot, Ransbury brings a wealth of experience to the table. His presentation will delve deep into the significance of UPRT, especially in light of the current pilot shortage and the persistent threat of Loss of Control In-flight (LOC-I).

The aviation community recognizes UPRT as a pivotal solution to combat commercial aviation’s number one fatal threat: LOC-I. Ransbury will highlight the differences between implementing ICAO recommendations versus EASA-compliant UPRT at an ab initio level. He will also show how major US air carriers and feeder schools, such as United Airlines and United Aviate Academy, have seamlessly integrated robust on-aircraft and simulator-based UPRT into their Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

“Our purpose at APS is ‘We Help Pilots Bring Everyone Home Safely.’ We deliver on our brand promise of ‘Every Pilot Trained – In Control – All The Time’ through robust, comprehensive Upset Prevention and Recovery Training,” said Ransbury.
APATS 2023, themed “New Talent, New Technologies, New Training,” is expected to bring together leading experts from airlines, ATOs, manufacturers, regulators, and the training industry. The symposium aims to promote best practices in pilot and cabin crew training, ensuring operational safety as the aviation industry gears up for rapid expansion.

About Aviation Performance Solutions (APS)

APS is the world’s leading UPRT provider, serving major US air carriers, insurance companies, government agencies, and corporate flight departments. With over three decades of experience, APS’s comprehensive UPRT programs have been instrumental in enhancing aviation safety, preventing Loss of Control In-flight incidents, and saving lives.

Source: Aviation Performance Solutions
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Ireland’s National Flight Centre Opens Registration for its January 2024 Full-Time Professional Pilot Training Course

Weston Airport-based National Flight Centre, Ireland’s largest approved flight training organisation and Air Operators Certificate (AOC) holder, announced it has opened the registration for the January 2024 Full-Time Professional Pilot Training Course.

Under this course, no previous flying experience is necessary, but you must be at least 17 years of age when the course commences and have the right to live and study in the EU.

The course is limited to 14 students, and all training is completed in 18 months. It consists of 230 hours of flight and simulator training, 800 hours of theoretical knowledge instruction, and the Airline Pilot Standard Multi-Crew Co-operation Course.

Source: National Flight Centre
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US Aviation Training Group, Spartan College, Hosts New Class Orientation at Broomfield Campus

United States based pilot and aircraft maintenance training organisation Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology recently hosted a new class orientation at their Broomfield campus in Colorado.

This Spartan campus trains students in two technology based disciplines: Aviation Maintenance Technology and Aviation Electronics Technology. Equipment on campus includes over 80 powerplants such as two Rolls Royce RB 211-22B turbine engines, IFR6000 test equipment, an ADSB test system and multiple aircraft to work on including three Cessna 172s, a Cessna 152, LearJet 24,  Falcon 20, and a Beech C-35 Bonanza.

Source: Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
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Aviation Distance Learning Provider, CPaT Global, to Participate in Aviation Africa 2023 in September

CPaT, the market leader in distance learning for the aviation industry, will be participating in Aviation Africa 2023 in International Convention Centre in Abuja, Nigeria on 13 & 14th September 2023. The event which is a 2-day summit & exhibition will be hosted by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority.

“We are looking forward to discussing our latest products and enhancements and meeting with current clients and new faces,” said CPaT.

Source: CPaT
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Irish Pilot Training Academy Welcomes Partner Airline Pilot Recruitment Team to Campus

Cork, Ireland based Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA) welcomed Aaron Godfrey from Ryanair Pilot Recruitment and Ryanair First Officer Colin Crowley to AFTA to meet their Ryanair Mentored Cadets and give a presentation on life at Ryanair and future career opportunities.

Ryanair is partnered with Atlantic Flight Training Academy in recruiting and training prospective pilots in a mentored programme. The ab-initio and Gateway programmes are exclusively offered at AFTA and facilitate would be pilots to join the Ryanair mentorship scheme as a cadet. During their training, all Ryanair mentored cadets will be trained by AFTA instructors using Ryanair standard operating procedures. On successful completion of pilot training and a final Ryanair assessment, you will have attained a standard where you are ready to join the Ryanair Boeing 737 type-rating programme.

Source: Atlantic Flight Training Academy
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