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Simulator training

American Eurocopter provides a full range of simulator-based systems for pilots and crews that offer highly realistic and cost-effective training on its helicopter product line. 

As safety and operational efficiency are among American Eurocopter’s top priorities for its customers and operators, the company has made major investments in simulator training devices benefitting from the complete data package that an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) can provide.

The scope of these training systems varies from highly realistic mission-based simulations with motion and full pilot/crew interaction to procedures trainers for both pilots and maintenance personnel.  They are offered with American Eurocopter’s skilled instructors, or available in dry lease arrangements for training provided by the customer’s own personnel.

These systems include:

• The full-motion AS350 flight and mission simulator, which is the world’s most advanced of its kind – featuring a full AS350 cabin that creates an enhanced training environment for both pilots and crews.  This system is located in American Eurocopter’s training center at the company’s Grand Prairie, Texas headquarters facility.

• A full-motion EC135/EC145 flight training device (FTD) with day, night, IFR and NVG capabilities.  It is situated at American Eurocopter’s Grand Prairie training center.

• The portable AS350 B3 procedural training device, which enables pilots to practice start-up and shut-down procedures, along with radio and systems operations, as well as emergency procedures

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