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By Jim Douglas |
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September 6, 2010
– Eclipse Aerospace, in conjunction with SimCom Training Centers, have
been awarded from the FAA a Level D certification of the EA500 full
motion simulators located in Orlando, Florida.
SimCom also
received FAA approval for its Eclipse 500 pilot training program that
includes Initial, Recurrent, Differences and “SimCom is pleased to have secured FAA approval of the Eclipse simulators and our training programs,” said Wally David, President and CEO of SimCom Training Centers. |
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“We are proud to
provide Eclipse 500 pilots with a professional, high-quality
simulator-based training program. Pilots will gain experience and hone
their skills in a highly realistic training environment, utilizing both
simulator and classroom learning.”
David further
noted that SimCom’s classrooms are also equipped with a comprehensive
suite of advanced training courseware including animated systems
presentations, technical systems manuals and cockpit procedure trainers.
The EA500 is the
world’s first “Very Light Jet.” With a cruising speed of 425 miles per
hour and a capable distance of over 1,100 non-stop nautical miles the
EA500 is perfect for regional business travel or the weekend vacationer.
The Eclipse twin-engine jet is able to fly at a 41,000 foot ceiling and
burn as little as 48 gallons of fuel per hour. SimCom and Eclipse Aerospace, Inc. initially announced the strategic partnership to provide pilot training for EA500 owners and operators earlier in the year. The agreement established SimCom as the exclusive provider of factory authorized simulator based training for Eclipse.
“The professionalism that SimCom extends to each of its clients made
them an easy choice for this partnership,” said Mason Holland,
President and CEO of Eclipse Aerospace. “They have consistently
tracked ahead of schedule for each milestone in our relationship. As
we move forward, they will be a great asset to Eclipse and our
customers.”
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