Mechtronix Systems Inc., an MWC company, a world leading manufacturer of Flight Simulation Training Devices, today announced the successful Level D certification of TACA Airlines’ A320 FFS X(TM); it was unveiled during a recent ceremony at TACA’s brand new training facility in San Salvador, El Salvador.

The simulator manufactured by Mechtronix Systems enables the airlines’ pilots to train at base of operations translating into enhanced training capabilities and efficiency while substantially saving on travel costs and time off the line. At customer’s request, the evaluation was performed by both the Salvadorian aviation authorities, AAC, and the Spanish aviation authorities, DGAC, for the EASA regulations. 

“We are very pleased to have received the Level D qualification for our brand new simulator and we see this acquisition as a key investment bringing us the flexibility in operations we were looking for as we no longer have to send our pilots away for training. Furthermore we are able to design and perform programs and training sessions tailored to our flight crews’ specific needs and that go far beyond the minimum requirements set by the regulatory framework; this is a real gain in training capability, quality and efficiency”, said Jorge Solares, VP of Flight Operations at TACA Airlines (TACA). “We selected Mechtronix as they proved to be the leading providers of training solutions today with relevant experience in the design and manufacturing of next generation simulators for the Airbus Series.”

The A320 FFS X(TM), a highly cost-effective and easy-to-operate platform, enables the airline to save time and money as their pilots can train with no time or travel constraints. Featuring an electric motion base which takes up less space, TACA’s FFS X(TM) is quieter and easier to maintain than traditional hydraulic units. The unit also offers the highest Level D fidelity through a collimated visual system that allows for multi-dimensional viewing. Now that TACA will not have to send their pilot crews to far away training centers, the airline will optimize crew coverage while lowering training costs. The state-of-the-art simulator provides an easier access to training and enables to perform 100% of initial and recurrent training at base of operations. The FFS X(TM) also secures a fast return on investment as they plan to rent it to other airlines and training centers in the region.

Source : Mechtronix Press Release

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