Thu, Nov 13, 2008
BAFA To Provide MCC Training As Part Of Expansion
Flight training equipment provider Mechtronix Systems announced
this week a purchase from Ben Air Flight Academy (BAFA) for an
Ascent XJ Trainer, configured as a generic twin-engine large jet
aircraft with a conversion kit to commercial turboprop,
specifically to the ATR series.
The unit will be based at BAFA's flight training facility in
Antwerp International Airport, Belgium. The FTO plans to use the
device to provide MCC training as part of an expansion plan to
bring this type of training in-house, as well as being able to
offer Phase 2 training in an MPL curriculum.
The new simulator will serve the academy by familiarizing its
students with the commercial jet flight deck, FMS, EFIS, TCAS,
EGPWS, weather radar, performance and speed. Mechtronix says the
Ascent XJ offers exceptional Full Flight Simulator comparable
visual system image fidelity, all while featuring a 180 x 35 degree
display. The training academy plans to deploy the unit in 2009
while seeking qualification JAR FSTD A FNPT II MCC under JAA
regulations.
"We look forward to taking delivery of the Mechtronix Ascent XJ
Trainer and see this important purchase as a way to provide both
our students and instructors with a reliable source for MCC
training in a state-of-the-art jet environment", said Mr. Marc
Kegelaers CEO of BAFA. "This unit represents our second purchase
with Mechtronix and we keep on being amazed by the realism of their
training environment. We are looking for a device in which our
students could familiarize themselves with modern turboprop and jet
environments in a highly reliable, flexible and cost-effective way.
Mechtronix was an obvious choice for us."
"We thank the academy for selecting
the XJ Trainer and we are pleased that BAFA has chosen us once
again", said Mechtronix' President & COO Mr. Xavier Herve.
"This order is a clear indicator that we have a strong product
offer for jet transition training and that we are a true leader in
providing tools ideally suited to obtain a high level of
proficiency for new pilots. Our Ascent XJ Trainer is setting
leading standards for MCC training performed in a jet
environment."
Headquartered in Montreal, Mechtronix World is the fastest
growing designer and manufacturer of flight simulators.
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