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Q200 Procedure Trainer Developed by VRpilot for Icelandair in Record Time
VRpilot has delivered its cockpit procedure training software tailored to Icelandair’s DHC-8 Q200 operation in a record time, from agreement to delivery in a month.
With a new batch of pilots starting on Icelandair’s Q200 operation, Icelandair had a need for modern and current training tools for their fleet of Q200 aircraft retrofitted with the EFI-890R avionics suite. Encouraged by the current use of VRpilot’s products at Icelandair’s flight training center and technical training department, Icelandair challenged VRpilot to develop its procedure training platform, VRflow, for essential procedures on the Q200 in one month.
Gudmundur Tomas Sigurdsson, Head of Training at Icelandair: “I am thrilled to see the cooperation extend into our DHC operations after the proven success from our Boeing training. The benefits of VR training has proven itself financially and most importantly in terms of the quality of training.”
Ragnar F. Ragnars, Deputy Head of Training at Icelandair: “We met the people from VRpilot during the EATS 2022 event and immediately liked their product. Icelandair has been using their solutions for almost a year in its international operations and it has been a great addition in the aim of providing quality training. At the domestic side of our operations, we see many exciting possibilities using the VRpilots product both for initial training on our Dash 8 Q200 aircrafts as well as differential training to the Q400. With initial training starting earlier than anticipated, VRpilot´s team were able to meet our demand quickly and working with them has been a great pleasure.”
Thor Paulli Andersen, Partner, VRpilot: ”The quick turnaround time for this project is a testimony to the flexibility and efficiency of our platform and general approach to developing high-quality procedure training solutions. Knowing the people at Icelandair well helped in the daily ping-pong during this project.”
VRpilot will, in addition to the Q200 delivery, develop a Q400 trainer for Icelandair as well, covering procedure training for the B737 MAX, Q200 and Q400 operations within Icelandair.
Icelandair operates a fleet of 3 DHC-8 Q200 and 3 Q400 in their short-haul routes. Internationally, Icelandair operates Boeing 737MAX, 757 and 767.
About Icelandair
With an extensive route network, Icelandair uses the unique geographical location of Iceland as a hub midway between Europe and North America offering direct flights to more than 50 destinations. Additional to the international route network, Icelandair operates a domestic network in Iceland, an airfreight and logistics business as well as aircraft leasing and consulting services.
About VRpilot
VRpilot is a leading provider of virtual reality training solutions for the aviation industry. Its innovative VR technology is designed to enhance pilot and maintenance training by offering realistic, immersive experiences that improve skills and knowledge in a safe and controlled environment.
Source: VRpilot
Photo Credit: VRpilot
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eLearning Pilot Training Solutions Provider, Avsoft, Partners with Swiss Pilot Training Organisation Aero Locarno
Avsoft International is excited to announce a new partnership for Dash 8 Q400 Training with Aero Locarno, a renowned aviation school with over 30 years of experience, based out of Locarno Airport in Switzerland.
Aero Locarno will be integrating Avsoft’s comprehensive Dash 8 Q400 training, leveraging Avsoft’s Learning Management System (avLMS), which provides advanced reporting, exam functionalities, and extensive administrative capabilities.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Aero Locarno, a key player in aviation education. This collaboration aligns with our commitment to provide high-quality training solutions for the evolving aviation industry,” said Kim Halat, President at Avsoft International.
Aero Locarno’s dedication to safety and professionalism, coupled with Avsoft’s authority-approved courses, ensures students are well-prepared for success in their aviation careers.
Source: Avsoft
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Full Flight Simulator Manufacturer AMST Celebrates Customer’s Successful Qualification of A320 AIRFOX Full Flight Simulator
ICARE Training Center, based in Morlaix, France and AMST proudly announce the successful qualification of the AIRFOX Level D Full Flight Simulator (FFS) for Airbus A320 Std2.1 CEO/NEO. This milestone achievement took place on 15 December 2023.
The AIRFOX FFS, designed and manufactured by AMST, has been rigorously tested and has successfully met all the requirements set by the aviation authorities. This dual qualification of the FFS for both A320 CEO CFM and NEO LEAP models underlines the simulator’s exceptional capabilities and versatility.
Philippe Goetz, CEO and Accountable Manager of ICARE Training Center, remarked, “We were convinced that we have made the right choice with AMST, but the final result is beyond our expectations. The comments we received from the French DGAC inspectors are remarkable, pointing the technical maturity of the device, the outstanding resolution of the visual and the ergonomics of the Instructor Station. We are eager to welcome our A320 customers for them to enjoy their training sessions on this state-of-the-art simulator.”
Rainer Schlüsselberger, AMST shareholder and Managing Director of the Aviation business unit, added, “This successful qualification not only demonstrates AMST’s expertise in high-quality simulator manufacturing but also reinforces our strong partnership with ICARE. The teamwork and dedication of everyone involved have been outstanding, and we are proud to contribute to advancing aviation training standards.”
The newly qualified AIRFOX FFS will enable ICARE to expand its range of services to include comprehensive training for the Airbus A320 family, building on its reputation as a European specialist in aviation training. This addition is expected to meet the growing demand for skilled pilots trained on this aircraft type.
Both ICARE and AMST express their gratitude to their teams for their dedication and hard work, which were instrumental in achieving this remarkable milestone. The successful qualification of the AIRFOX FFS at ICARE is a clear indication of the companies’ combined strengths and their commitment to excellence in the field of aviation training.
About ICARE
Created in 1991 as the ATO of BritAir, a French regional airline based in Morlaix, Brittany, France, ICARE is an EASA approved ATO (Approved Training Organization) and MTO (Maintenance Training Organization), providing training to Cockpit Crews, Cabin Crews, Maintenance and other Ground Personnel for airline and individual customers. The company operates full flight simulators and other training devices in its Morlaix facility. It also provides engineering services, such as simulator housing and maintenance, and VR based aviation learning solutions design and development services. Leveraging on its longstanding reputation as the European specialist for the Bombardier-Mitsubishi CRJ‑200/700/900/1000 aircraft types, ICARE has extended its range of services to the Airbus A320 family. Note: Doing previously business as Hop! Training, ICARE operates since October 2022 as a stand-alone, customer-driven, management-owned company and is no longer affiliated with Hop! Airline nor the Air France-KLM Group.
About AMST
For four decades, AMST has been offering its customers outstanding solutions in the fields of simulation and aerospace medicine. It is a technological leader in relevant key areas. The product portfolio ranges from human centrifuges, pressure chambers and spatial disorientation trainers to highly immersive full flight simulators with a best-in-class image generator as well as complex training environments for realistic night vision and search and rescue training. Many of the solutions developed by AMST are unique. All products come with a comprehensive service package. In addition to reliable technical support over the entire product lifecycle, this also includes services such as the design of and construction support for turnkey training centers.
Source: AMST
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French Full Flight Simulator Training Center Inaugurates New Airbus A320 Full Flight Simulator
Icare, an operator of full flight simulators and other training devices based in Morlaix, France shared that its AMST supplied Airbus A320 CEO/NEO FFS was qualified and entered service on the 15th of December 2023.
“We were confident that we had made the right choice with AMST-Aviation B.V., but the end result exceeded our expectations. The feedback received from the Direction Generale de l’Aviation Civile inspectors at the end of the initial qualification is remarkable, highlighting the technical maturity of the simulator, the exceptional resolution of the visual and the ergonomics of the Instructor Station. This success is the result of the collective work and commitment of the ICARE and AMST-Aviation B.V. teams.” shared ICARE.
Back in June 2023, ECA Group announced that ICARE has selected Exail’s next generation EASA FTD2/FNPT II simulator for the training of its customers’ A320 pilots. The said simulator was delivered in July and certified by the DGAC on September 6.
Source: Icare
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Virtual Reality Pilot Training Solution Provider VRpilot Develops Turboprop Trainer for Airline Customer
VRpilot has delivered its cockpit procedure training software tailored to Icelandair’s DHC-8 Q200 operation in a record time, from agreement to delivery in a month.
With a new batch of pilots starting on Icelandair’s Q200 operation, Icelandair had a need for modern and current training tools for their fleet of Q200 aircraft retrofitted with the EFI-890R avionics suite. Encouraged by the current use of VRpilot’s products at Icelandair’s flight training center and technical training department, Icelandair challenged VRpilot to develop its procedure training platform, VRflow, for essential procedures on the Q200 in one month.
Gudmundur Tomas Sigurdsson, Head of Training at Icelandair: “I am thrilled to see the cooperation extend into our DHC operations after the proven success from our Boeing training. The benefits of VR training has proven itself financially and most importantly in terms of the quality of training.”
Ragnar F. Ragnars, Deputy Head of Training at Icelandair: “We met the people from VRpilot during the EATS 2022 event and immediately liked their product. Icelandair has been using their solutions for almost a year in its international operations and it has been a great addition in the aim of providing quality training. At the domestic side of our operations, we see many exciting possibilities using the VRpilots product both for initial training on our Dash 8 Q200 aircrafts as well as differential training to the Q400. With initial training starting earlier than anticipated, VRpilot´s team were able to meet our demand quickly and working with them has been a great pleasure.”
Thor Paulli Andersen, Partner, VRpilot ”The quick turnaround time for this project is a testimony to the flexibility and efficiency of our platform and general approach to developing high-quality procedure training solutions. Knowing the people at Icelandair well helped in the daily ping-pong during this project.”
VRpilot will, in addition to the Q200 delivery, develop a Q400 trainer for Icelandair as well, covering procedure training for the B737 MAX, Q200 and Q400 operations within Icelandair.
Icelandair operates a fleet of 3 DHC-8 Q200 and 3 Q400 in their short-haul routes. Internationally, Icelandair operates Boeing 737MAX, 757 and 767.
About Icelandair
With an extensive route network, Icelandair uses the unique geographical location of Iceland as a hub midway between Europe and North America offering direct flights to more than 50 destinations. Additional to the international route network, Icelandair operates a domestic network in Iceland, an airfreight and logistics business as well as aircraft leasing and consulting services.
About VRpilot
VRpilot is a leading provider of virtual reality training solutions for the aviation industry. Its innovative VR technology is designed to enhance pilot and maintenance training by offering realistic, immersive experiences that improve skills and knowledge in a safe and controlled environment.
Source: VRpilot
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Nigerian Full Flight Simulator Training Center Expands Training Infrastructure with New Device
Lagos, Nigeria based full flight simulator training center and pilot training organisation Caverton Aviation Training Center (CATC) has installed a new Leonardo AW109 FNPT II MCC/FTD (Level5).
The new Leonardo AW109 FNPT II MCC/FTD, supplied by Spanish simulator manufacturer Entorl, is equipped with a spherical visual system, 4 axis electromagnetic vibration system and an Entrol Mission Package, which includes hoist control for SAR mission and an external mirror, among other systems to give the most realistic training experience.
“The Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency Babajide Sanwo-olu was the special guest of honor and was accompanied by the Deputy Governor Dr Obafemi Hamzat. The governor later had a first hand experience on the Captain’s seat in the cockpit with the Managing Director, Capt. Ibrahim Chafe Bello as they did the median flight on the new simulator where an engine fire emergency was simulated. Other dignitaries at the unveiling were; Chairman, Caverton Offshore Support Group, Aderemi Makanjuola; his wife, Yoyinsola; representative of Chief of the Naval Staff, Rear Admiral Bolaji Orederu; Chairman, Caverton Helicopters, Mallam Bello Gwandu; Chief Executive Officer of Caverton Offshore Support Group, Bode Makanjuola; Group Chief Operating Officer, Rotimi Makanjuola; Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace Limited, Allen Onyema; and former Minister of State for Finance, Ambassador Bashir Yuguda, amongst others.” shared Caverton Aviation Training Center.
Back in February 2023 CATC announced that the AW109 FNPT II MCC simulator purchased by Global Aviation Training & Maintenance (GATML) will be installed, operated, and maintained by Caverton Aviation Training Centre.
With flight simulator manufacturer sharing that this AW109 simulator will be fourth Entrol simulator installed in Africa and the first one in Nigeria, increasing their presence in the continent.
CATC already operated an EASA certified Level D AW139 Full Flight Simulator in Lagos, Nigeria.
Source: Caverton Aviation Training Center
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Full Flight Simulator Manufacturer Havelsan Announces New Airbus A320 Full Flight Simulator Passed Airline Factory Acceptance Test
Ankara, Türkiye-headquartered flight simulator manufacturer HAVELSAN announced that its newly manufactured Airbus A320 full flight simulator successfully passed the factory acceptance test with flag carrier Turkish Airlines. The pilot training device is the first of three Airbus A320 full flight simulators that Turkish Airlines has ordered from HAVELSAN.
This latest Airbus A320 full flight simulator is planned to be ready for training at the beginning of 2024. With the deployment of the simulator to Turkish Airlines Training premise, HAVELSAN will embark on the EASA certification process, showcasing that the company can provide world-class narrow body aircraft flight simulators. HAVELSAN is especially putting focus on providing after sales support by offering long-term cooperation to its customers.
Over the past few months, HAVELSAN has achieved a number of significant milestones as it ramps up its activities to support airlines and pilot training organizations including the EASA certification of two Boeing B737MAX full flight simulators and announcing the opening of a new Turkish Airline Training Center within HAVELSAN’s premises.
“Previously, we have successfully completed the FATs and deployed our B737 MAX and NG full flight simulators. This is our third accomplishment in passing the FAT for our state-of-the-art simulator and we are extremely happy with the outcomes,” stated Mehmet Akif Nacar, Ph.D CEO of HAVELSAN.
Taking its stance in the simulation industry for 40 years, HAVELSAN is dedicated to meet the needs of Flight Simulator Training Devices both domestically and internationally, and continues to provide advanced solutions to its customers. HAVELSAN is currently actively seeking additional airline or training center operators to share information about its products and the unique offering that it can provide.
About HAVELSAN
HAVELSAN offers new generation of technologies from end to end with 40 years of experience in the field of defense, simulation, ICT, homeland security and cyber security.
Source: HAVELSAN
Photo Credit: HAVELSAN