With this certification, the simulator is now fully operational and ready to welcome customers for advanced training from early 2025.
The Danish Transport Authority (Trafikstyrelsen) issued the Qualification Certificate (No. DK-1110) confirming that the AW139 simulator meets the highest standards of quality and safety.
Atlantic Airways Aviation Academy has also been approved as an FSTD (Flight Simulation Training Device) operator, further solidifying its position as an upcoming leader in aviation training in the region.
Jóhanna á Bergi, CEO Atlantic Airways, said “This is a significant milestone for Atlantic Airways and our Aviation Academy”
Hans Erik Jakobsen, Head of Training added “We are thrilled to finally offer our customers a cutting-edge training experience in our brand-new simulator, further enhancing their operational skills in AW139 helicopter operations.”
The brand-new Thales simulator uses the latest technology to deliver a highly realistic training environment.
It supports various Type Ratings and search-and-rescue (SAR) scenarios, including hoist operations, offshore procedures, and challenging weather conditions, ensuring pilots are thoroughly prepared for real-world challenges.
Additionally, the academy offers hoist training with a custom-made hoist trainer capable of working directly with the crew in the AW139 simulator.
Atlantic Airways Aviation Academy now invites operators, crews, and organizations from around the globe to book training slots at its facility.
The academy is committed to providing high-quality instruction supported by certified instructors and tailored training programs to meet specific operational needs.
The Atlantic Airways Aviation Academy, located in the Faroe Islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, operates Europe's most advanced and versatile simulator centre.
Atlantic Airways Leonardo AW139 helicopter
Courses in the AW139 Simulator
AW139 Type Ratings
MCC integrated with AW139 Type Ratings
AW139 Renewal Training & checking
AW139 IFR Training & checking
AW139 VFR Training & checking
PBN Training & checking
RNP Approaches/Missed Approaches Training & Checking
RNP Departures Training & Checking
SAR training which includes:
Fully equipped SAR FMS with search patterns also displayed on the EURONAV 5 fifth screen (SIRIO)
Auto approaches as Mark on Target (MOT)
Auto Hover with automatic departure (TU)
TRI Training
TRI Assessments
NVIS Training & Checking
HOIST Training with SAR crew equipped with Virtual Reality Googles in AW139 Cabin Trainer in real time training together with active Crew in SIM.
HOIST Training with WTR, - where HOIST OPR can take over control from Captain for precision HOIST without references.
SLING training including SLING CAMERAS
OPLS (Obstacle Proximity Lidar System) training
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