New Location, More Options
SimCom and Socata
Aircraft, the US subsidiary of EADS Socata, announced Tuesday the
expansion of SimCom's TBM 700 training programs with the addition
of a new training location and increased training options. SimCom
now offers Socata TBM 700 training at both of its Orlando, Florida
and Scottsdale, Arizona centers.
Operators have a choice between simulator-based instruction
offered at the Orlando center and in-aircraft programs offered
through both the Orlando and Scottsdale centers. The new location
expands the nationwide network of professionally trained TBM
instructors available to TBM operators.
Increased training options at both centers include introduction
of an upgrade course. This new course is specially designed for the
piston or low time pilot upgrading to the TBM 700. Course content
is personally tailored to cost effectively meet individual
insurability requirements. Through a series of customized flights
in the customer's aircraft, the upgrade training provides
instruction specific to the pilot's aircraft and operational
environment. An expanded network of instructors provides for
flexible scheduling. Training may be taken sequentially or in
modules designed to fit individual schedules.
As Socata's exclusive factory authorized training provider for
the TBM 700, SimCom offers numerous specialized courses including:
6-Day Initial, 3-Day Recurrent, 2-Day Advanced Refresher, and
Upgrade.
"The new Upgrade
course, combined with our unique FAA approved type specific FAA
Level 5 TBM 700 simulator (which was built in cooperation between
SimCom and Socata), provides a new standard in training for piston
and low time pilots. Our TBM training programs combine advanced
simulation technology with the latest computer animation - all at
an unmatched value in today's training market. Training programs
are insurance industry approved, and are taught by factory trained,
career aviation instructors with specific expertise on their
respective aircraft," said Tracy Brannon, Senior Vice President and
Managing Director, SimCom Training Centers.
"As this fleet continues to grow, we remain committed to
providing the best in simulation and training programs. In
addition, our Scottsdale and Orlando training locations are ideal
for owners who wish to bring their family with them to combine
training and a family vacation," adds Brannon.
"Our customers have consistently given SimCom high marks for the
training they have received," said Stephane Bernard, Socata
Aircraft's President and CEO. Their unique custom TBM 700 simulator
which was built in cooperation between our two companies, coupled
with SimCom's professional training program and their dedicated
instructors, provide safety benefits, which help promote a robust
TBM community. In addition, SimCom's new Upgrade course is ideal
for our lower-time customers that are "moving up" from piston
singles or twins and makes it easier for our customers to become
"Insurance Qualified" and safe to fly the TBM."
ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (04.15.24)
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