Authorized as "Advance Aviation Training Device"
The FAA completed the evaluation process and has subsequently
authorized the SFT-3000, to be used as an “Advance Aviation
Training Device,” for use under Title 14 Code of Federal
Regulations (14 CFR) Parts 61 and 141. The evaluating FAA Inspector
said that in his opinion, “the device was more functional and
appeared to be more realistic and capable of conducting the
functions and maneuvers…than most of the Level 1 and 3
FTD’s (Flight Training Devices) currently approved by the
FAA.”
The SFT-3000 uses an exclusively licensed version of
Elite’s Advanced software with the ultra-high resolution
display of life-sized instruments and an external visual system.
The unique integration of technologies gives the device a
distinctive edge over previously available simulation devices. This
is a revolutionary new design and concept in PC based Flight
Simulation Training. It is the ideal training platform for all
flight training schools and educational institutions, seeking to
provide professional quality aviation training while maintaining
program flexibility and cost effectiveness.
Mo Khwaja, President and CEO of Deland based Simflightronics
Corporation, a former airline captain, who is also a graduate of
Embry-Riddle, says that there is a paradigm shift in simulation
technologies that allows Simflightronics to offer exceptional
performance at very reasonable prices. “We are the Jet Blue
and Southwest Airlines of the simulation industry,” he said
in a recent panel presentation at the National Training Aircraft
Symposium, held at Embry Riddle. The SFT-3000, which was on display
at the symposium, was very well received by industry. Flown by
representatives of the FAA, AOPA, airline captains, military
pilots, senior officials of Embry-Riddle, as well as by flight
training managers of leading universities, the SFT-3000 instantly
gained top popularity.
Cloud Dancer Aviation, Inc., of Daytona Beach, is the proud
owner and operator of the first production model of the
Simflightronics SFT-3000. Dave Alber Sr., owner of Cloud Dancer
Aviation, Inc. says that he made the right choice in being the
launch customer for the Simflightronics model SFT-3000. “We
are really happy with the performance of the device, and also
highly impressed with the excellent service provided to us by
Simflightronics and their staff. Their support has been just
remarkable.” The device has now been incorporated into their
part 141 flight training curriculum, and is also being used for
several other phases of training, including Private Pilot.
As per the FAA approval, the device is authorized for use in
satisfying Tasks/Maneuvers, and Procedures under the following
sections of 14 CFR parts 61 and 141:
1) Section 61.51(b)(3)
- Logged Flight Experience
2) Section 61.57(c)(1)
- Instrument Experience
3) Section 61.57(d)(1)(ii)
- Instrument Proficiency Check, per FAA-S-8081-4
4) Section 61.65(e)(2)
- Instrument Rating: Maximum 20 hours
5) Section 61.65(a)(8)
- Instrument Rating: Practical Test, as allowed under
FAA-S-8081-4
6) Section 61.109(i)(1)
- Private Pilot Certificate: Maximum 2.5 hours
7) Section 61.129(i)(1)
- Commercial Certificate: Maximum 50 hours
8) Section 61.159(a)(3)(i)
- Airline Transport Pilot Certificate: Maximum 25 hours
9) Section 141.41(b)
- Approved For Use as Limited by Part 141 Appendices B and C.