New Helicopter Sim Is Technological

(Ryan Aerospace’s) the new dual-control Helicrew helicopter cockpit simulator system is part of a growing segment of technological,but not too technological,training devices. The new technology system consists of a base platform containing seats, cyclic sticks and pedals. The Instructors can add a series of interchangeable modules such as instrument panels, avionics, aircraft-specific collective levers and overhead panels. A variety of screens can be used to give an outside view, but there is no cockpit enclosure or motion system. For an added degree of realism and an additional cost, the simulator can be equipped with seat shakers or vibration devices. To provide a halfway house between the most basic procedural trainers and high-level simulators, with trainees able to undertake routines such as instrument scans, GPS exercises and multifunction display operation.