Simflightronics Corporation and Cloud Dancer Aviation, Inc. Present the FAA Approved, Advanced Aviation Training Device, SFT-3000
Simflightronics Corporation and Cloud Dancer Aviation, Inc. are proud to announce that the FAA has recently approved their model SFT-3000 as an Advanced Aviation Training Device.
Daytona Beach, FL (PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- The FAA completed the evaluation
process and has subsequently authorized the SFT-3000, to be used as an “Advance
Aviation Training Device,” for use under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations
(14 CFR) Parts 61 and 141. The evaluating FAA Inspector said that in his
opinion, “the device was more functional and appeared to be more realistic and
capable of conducting the functions and maneuvers…than most of the Level 1 and 3
FTD’s (Flight Training Devices) currently approved by the FAA.”
The
SFT-3000 uses an exclusively licensed version of Elite’s Advanced software with
the ultra-high resolution display of life-sized instruments and an external
visual system. The unique integration of technologies gives the device a
distinctive edge over previously available simulation devices. This is a
revolutionary new design and concept in PC based Flight Simulation Training. It
is the ideal training platform for all flight training schools and educational
institutions, seeking to provide professional quality aviation training while
maintaining program flexibility and cost effectiveness.
Mo Khwaja,
President and CEO of Deland based Simflightronics Corporation, a former airline
captain, who is also a graduate of Embry-Riddle, says that there is a paradigm
shift in simulation technologies that allows Simflightronics to offer
exceptional performance at very reasonable prices. “We are the Jet Blue and
Southwest Airlines of the simulation industry,” he said in a recent panel
presentation at the National Training Aircraft Symposium, held at Embry Riddle.
The SFT-3000, which was on display at the symposium, was very well received by
industry. Flown by representatives of the FAA, AOPA, airline captains, military
pilots, senior officials of Embry-Riddle, as well as by flight training managers
of leading universities, the SFT-3000 instantly gained top
popularity.
Cloud Dancer Aviation, Inc., of Daytona Beach, is the proud
owner and operator of the first production model of the Simflightronics
SFT-3000. Dave Alber Sr., owner of Cloud Dancer Aviation, Inc. says that he made
the right choice in being the launch customer for the Simflightronics model
SFT-3000. “We are really happy with the performance of the device, and also
highly impressed with the excellent service provided to us by Simflightronics
and their staff. Their support has been just remarkable.” The device has now
been incorporated into their part 141 flight training curriculum, and is also
being used for several other phases of training, including Private
Pilot.
As per the FAA approval, the device is authorized for use in
satisfying Tasks/Maneuvers, and Procedures under the following sections of 14
CFR parts 61 and 141:
1) Section 61.51(b)(3)
- Logged Flight
Experience
2) Section 61.57(c)(1)
- Instrument Experience
3) Section
61.57(d)(1)(ii)
- Instrument Proficiency Check, per FAA-S-8081-4
4)
Section 61.65(e)(2)
- Instrument Rating: Maximum 20 hours
5) Section
61.65(a)(8)
- Instrument Rating: Practical Test, as allowed under
FAA-S-8081-4
6) Section 61.109(i)(1)
- Private Pilot Certificate: Maximum
2.5 hours
7) Section 61.129(i)(1)
- Commercial Certificate: Maximum 50
hours
8) Section 61.159(a)(3)(i)
- Airline Transport Pilot Certificate:
Maximum 25 hours
9) Section 141.41(b)
- Approved For Use as Limited by
Part 141 Appendices B and C.
For more information, contact Cloud Dancer
Aviation at www.flycda.com and contact Simflightronics at www.simflightronics.com.
Contact:
Cloud Dancer
Aviation
www.flycda.com
Simflightronics
www.simflightronics.com
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