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Global Pilot Training Solution Provider Welcomes 2 Regional Airlines to Florida, US Flight Training Academy

L3harris Flight Academy, located in Sanford, Florida, United States, welcomed GoJet and Atlas Air to share their pilot career pathways with students in training.

During the visit, GoJet CEO Rick Leach and his team were on our campus and shared how students can benefit from GoJet’s career pathway, the Wingman Program. The Program provides promising pilots an internship at GoJet while they build flight time. Program participants become GoJet First Officers upon completion of ATP minimums.

Moreover, Atlas Air was on site to share information with the students about life as an Atlas pilot.

“Through our relationships with airlines, such as GoJet and Atlas, across the United States, students at L3Harris Flight Academy benefit from rewarding careers and pathways to legacy and major airlines such as American, Delta and United,” said L3Harris.

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Flight Training Organisation Pilot Flight Academy Announces the Annual Event with Largest Flight Simulation Network Globally

Norway based Pilot Flight Academy (PFA) proudly announces the return of Norway Live, the annual flight simulation extravaganza hosted on the VATSIM Virtual Aircraft Network. Set to take place from April 19th to 21st, this event promises an unparalleled experience for aviation enthusiasts and aspiring pilots alike.

Norway Live, an event organized in collaboration with VATSIM Scandinavia and Pilot Flight Academy, invites all PFA students and aviation enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the world of flight simulation. Held online, the event offers participants the opportunity to experience the thrill of virtual aviation within a realistic environment.

VATSIM, the largest flight simulation network globally, boasts over 120,000 active users annually. Dedicated to bringing the cockpit experience into individuals’ homes, VATSIM relies on volunteers to create a lifelike atmosphere, complete with real Air Traffic Control, procedures, and immersive cockpit experiences. By providing a platform for realistic training and preparation, VATSIM is instrumental in nurturing the aviation dreams of enthusiasts worldwide.

Located at the premises of Pilot Flight Academy, Norway Live brings together real-world pilots, air traffic controllers, and aviation professionals to create an unforgettable event. Attendees can expect a myriad of activities and experiences designed to enhance their understanding and appreciation of aviation. The event promises to be an enriching experience for aspiring pilots and virtual aviators alike.

“We are thrilled to invite aviation enthusiasts and future pilots to join us for Norway Live,” said Margot Bartelds, Head of Students Services, Marketing and Sales at Pilot Flight Academy. “This event provides a unique opportunity to explore the world of flight simulation and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for aviation. We look forward to welcoming participants and creating unforgettable memories together.”

Source: Pilot Flight Academy
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Simulator Manufacturer ALSIM Successfully Installs the first “Airliner” in Australia with Leading Flight Training Group

France headquartered flight simulator manufacturer ALSIM is thrilled to announce the successful installation of the first Airliner simulator in Australia, at Flight Training Adelaide’s Parafield campus.

The AIRLINER is a simulator catering for the end of the ab initio training for courses such as MCC, APS MCC, and screening preparation for Airlines (like crew resource management, jet aircraft handling, and emergency procedures). The versatile simulator is inspired by many different single-aisle aircraft. Its generic flight model is based on new computational fluid dynamics offering a similar experience as FFS level D. On top of this, the AIRLINER represents the latest technology available in modern aircraft with similar automation and flight management systems. The simulator is equipped with a two-seater cockpit and instructor station plus observer’s seats and is the perfect training tool for students to learn how to work as a team and acquire the necessary skills in leadership, decision-making, and communication.

Pine Pienaar, Chief Executive Officer of Flight Training Adelaide, comments: “FTA is delighted to take ownership of our first ALSIM device. Our interaction with ALSIM has been very positive and the collaboration from ordering to delivery has been a positive experience. We would recommend ALSIM as a simulator option to anybody looking to introduce a simulator for the purpose of MCC training into their training syllabus.”

Audrey Jeffroy, ALSIM Sales Director, emphasizes: “We are very glad that Flight Training Adelaide has chosen ALSIM. They are now the first Australian school equipped with the Airliner. We thank them for their confidence, and we are looking forward to pursuing our collaboration.”

About Flight Training Adelaide

Flight Training Adelaide (FTA), an internationally respected flying school in Australia, is located at Parafield Airport, South Australia. The college started operations in 1982 and over the years has had a number of corporate owners, including Hawker de Havilland and BAE SYSTEMS. In 2005 the college was purchased by Hong Kong-based Young Brothers Aviation.

Flight Training Adelaide provides world-class, customised aviation training solutions for the fixed wing and rotary wing industry.

Flight Training Adelaide is a CASA approved integrated flying school, offering an AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane) for fixed wing and AVI50319 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter) for rotary wing, with a training ethos focused on producing future captains through customised face-to-face ground theory and practical flying training.

About ALSIM

ALSIM has been developing and manufacturing FAA & EASA certified FNPT II, FNPT II MCC and AATD flight simulators since 1994. Alsim is well recognized for its know-how, based on 30 years of experience. We’re proud to say our hardware & software is made 100% in house, which means peace of mind for our customers. Alsim’s main objective relies on innovation: we aim to anticipate our client’s needs and remain at the cutting edge of technology. Today, we have more than 450 devices installed and certified in over 60 countries, with over 400 clients.

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Simulator Manufacturer Entrol Provides Simulators to CAE Defense & Security for the U.S. Air Force (USAF) Rotary Wing, Introductory Flight Training

Spain headquartered flight simulator manufacturer Entrol has delivered three Bell 505 configured simulators to CAE Defense & Security in support of the U.S. Air Force (USAF) Rotary Wing (IFT-R), Introductory Flight Training at the CAE Dothan Training Center.

Entrol was subcontracted to deliver two H1000 Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) devices with the Bell 505 configuration and one Bell 505-based Flight Training Device (FTD) Level 5 unit. The simulators are equipped with a full G1000H replica developed by Entrol, making the transition from the simulator to the real helicopter as smooth as possible.

CAE was awarded the USAF Rotary Wing, Introductory Flight Training in June 2023 to support the U.S. Air Education and Training Command and provide critical flight training to USAF student pilots as part of the Helicopter Training Next program. The program supports the training of all initial USAF rotary-wing air, ground, and simulation training.

“Entrol is proud to manufacture these devices for CAE Defense & Security to support the U.S. Air Force (USAF) Rotary Wing. We believe these devices will enhance their training and security,” says Luis Olarte, Entrol’s CEO and Co-Founder.

“The IFT-R program is a significant flight training program focused on improving safety and training efficiency for the next generation of rotary wing pilots,” says Merrill Stoddard, CAE Defense & Security, Vice President and General Manager USA. “Leveraging the capabilities of industry, we continue to enhance training and mission readiness to deliver a global training experience.”

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Canary Islands-based Flight School Purchases Entrol Manufactured Generic Flight Simulator

  • This flight simulation model offers up to seven different configurations, making it an ideal tool for aviation schools.
  • This particular one is equipped with a MEP G1000 and JET (based on the Airbus A320) configurations, and a visual system with images generated by X-Plane 11.
  • The unit was prefabricated, so it was ready for final factory testing in just one month after purchase.

Entrol, the renowned flight simulator manufacturer, has sold a unit of its en-4000x FNPT II MCC simulator to Canavia, an aviation academy with more than fourteen years of experience located in the Canary Islands, Spain.

The en-4000x is a generic simulator that offers up to seven different configurations and has been acquired by the company in order to enhance its pilot training program.

This unit is equipped with a MEP G1000 and JET (based on the Airbus A320 aircraft) configurations, and a cylindrical visual system supported by the X-Plane 11 image database, allowing students to experience highly realistic training.

Its sale took place in December 2023 and was followed by factory acceptance testing in January. The installation of the simulator at Canavia facilities was completed two weeks ago.

Iñigo Hernández Irizar, Business Manager of Entrol, states that “We are very proud of this project. We have been able to deliver a simulator only one month after the order, another proof of our manufacturing capability, also in fixed-wing”.

Mario Pons, CEO and Head of Training of Canavia states “we have trusted Entrol for their great service and reliable team. This new simulator will allow us to duplicate instrumental training hours capacity and to increase continuous operation without interruptions, bringing Canavia’s total to 4 flight simulators, including an A320 simulator in South Tenerife and a B737 simulator in North Tenerife”.

About Entrol

Entrol is a manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified AATD, FNPT, FTD and flight simulators established in 2005 by the brothers Luis Olarte and Pedro Olarte. Entrol has been growing steadily since then, becoming the renowned manufacturer it is today, with over 50 employees, 20 different simulators and customers in more than 30 countries.

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer, AXIS Flight Training Systems, Announces Latest Appointment for Commercial Director

Austria-based flight simulator manufacturer AXIS Flight Simulation announces the promotion of Michaela Froelich to the role of Commercial Director. With this promotion, Michaela takes on a pivotal role in steering the company towards sustained growth, overseeing client relations, nurturing key partnerships, and spearheading customer acquisition strategies.

Having been an integral part of the AXIS team for over a decade, Michaela’s journey within the company is marked by significant contributions and achievements. Commencing her tenure in 2012 as the Marketing and Sales Director, she swiftly ascended to Head of Marketing, Technical Sales, in 2016, exhibiting exceptional leadership and dedication along the way.

Reflecting on her new responsibilities, Michaela expresses her enthusiasm, stating, “Since joining the team in 2012, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed bringing AXIS Flight Simulation’s compelling offer to life. This is an exciting step up for me. It gives me the opportunity to drive growth and enhance client relationships at a time when we are continuing to innovate and harness the latest technologies to provide exceptional training solutions.”

To know more about AXIS Flight Simulation or Ms. Froelich, connect with her through her LinkedIn Profile here.

Source: AXIS Flight Training Systems
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