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TRU Simulation delivers Full-Flight Simulator to Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section)

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TRU Simulation + Training, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has achieved Level D certification from Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority for a Full-Flight Simulator delivered to the Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland Section. The simulator, first of its kind in Australia, supports training for Beechcraft King Air B200 and B300 aircraft. Located in a new facility near RFDS Bundaberg base, it features Collins Aerospace's Pro Line Fusion avionics, TRU's REALFeel control loading system, and REALCue electric motion base with 60-inch-stroke actuators. The simulator includes high-definition projectors on a 200x40 degree display and supports all four King Air variants.

TRU Simulation + Training, una compagnia di Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT), ha ottenuto la certificazione di Livello D dall'Autorità per la Sicurezza dell'Aviazione Civile dell'Australia per un Simulatori di Volo Completo consegnato al Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland Section. Questo simulatore, il primo del suo genere in Australia, supporta l'addestramento per gli aerei Beechcraft King Air B200 e B300. Situato in una nuova struttura vicino alla base RFDS di Bundaberg, presenta gli avionici Pro Line Fusion di Collins Aerospace, il sistema di controllo REALFeel di TRU, e una base di movimento elettrica REALCue con attuatori a corsa di 60 pollici. Il simulatore include proiettori ad alta definizione su un display di 200x40 gradi e supporta tutte e quattro le varianti del King Air.

TRU Simulation + Training, una compañía de Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT), ha obtenido la certificación de nivel D de la Autoridad de Seguridad de la Aviación Civil de Australia para un simulador de vuelo completo entregado al Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland Section. Este simulador, el primero de su tipo en Australia, apoya la capacitación para aeronaves Beechcraft King Air B200 y B300. Ubicado en una nueva instalación cerca de la base RFDS de Bundaberg, cuenta con avionics Pro Line Fusion de Collins Aerospace, el sistema de carga de control REALFeel de TRU y una base de movimiento eléctrico REALCue con actuadores de 60 pulgadas de recorrido. El simulador incluye proyectores de alta definición en una pantalla de 200x40 grados y es compatible con las cuatro variantes del King Air.

TRU Simulation + Training는 Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) 회사로, 호주의 민간 항공 안전 당국으로부터 로열 플라잉 닥터 서비스 퀸즐랜드 섹션에 제공된 전체 비행 시뮬레이터에 대한 D급 인증을 획득하였습니다. 이 시뮬레이터는 호주 최초의 모델로, 비치크래프트 킹 에어 B200 및 B300 항공기 훈련을 지원합니다. RFDS 번다버그 기지 근처의 새로운 시설에 위치하고 있으며, 콜린스 에어로스페이스의 프로 라인 퓨전 항공 전자기기, TRU의 REALFeel 제어 로딩 시스템, 60인치 구동기와 함께하는 REALCue 전기 모션 베이스를 특징으로 합니다. 시뮬레이터는 200x40도 화면에서 고해상도 프로젝터를 포함하고 있으며, 모든 네 가지 킹 에어 변형을 지원합니다.

TRU Simulation + Training, une entreprise de Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT), a obtenu la certification de niveau D de l'Autorité de la sécurité aérienne civile d'Australie pour un simulateur de vol complet livré au Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland Section. Ce simulateur, le premier de son genre en Australie, soutient la formation pour les avions Beechcraft King Air B200 et B300. Situé dans une nouvelle installation près de la base RFDS de Bundaberg, il dispose de l'avionique Pro Line Fusion de Collins Aerospace, du système de contrôle REALFeel de TRU, et d'une plateforme de mouvement électrique REALCue avec des actionneurs de 60 pouces. Le simulateur comprend des projecteurs haute définition sur un écran de 200x40 degrés et prend en charge les quatre variantes du King Air.

TRU Simulation + Training, ein Unternehmen von Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT), hat von der Zivilluftfahrtbehörde Australiens die Level-D-Zertifizierung für einen Full-Flight-Simulator erhalten, der an den Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland Section geliefert wurde. Der Simulator, der erste seiner Art in Australien, unterstützt das Training für Beechcraft King Air B200 und B300 Flugzeuge. Er befindet sich in einer neuen Einrichtung in der Nähe der RFDS-Basis Bundaberg und bietet die Pro Line Fusion Avionik von Collins Aerospace, das REALFeel-Steuerungsladesystem von TRU sowie eine REALCue elektrische Bewegungsbasis mit 60-Zoll-Aktoren. Der Simulator beinhaltet hochauflösende Projektoren auf einem 200x40 Grad Display und unterstützt alle vier King Air Varianten.

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  • First Level D certified Full-Flight Simulator of its kind in Australia
  • Secured contract with major healthcare service provider RFDS
  • Demonstrates technological leadership with advanced simulation features
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The delivery of a Level D certified Full-Flight Simulator to RFDS represents a modest but strategically important business development for TRU Simulation and Textron. While the financial terms aren't disclosed, Level D simulators typically command $10-15 million per unit. The certification from Australia's CASA enhances TRU's credibility in the Asia-Pacific region's aviation training market.

The simulator's unique reconfigurable capability for multiple King Air variants creates operational efficiency for RFDS and demonstrates TRU's technical prowess. This could lead to additional orders from other medical aviation services and regional operators. However, the immediate financial impact on Textron's 15.3B market cap is minimal, though it reinforces their position in the aviation training sector.

TAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- TRU Simulation + Training Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has awarded Level D certification of a Full-Flight Simulator (FFS) to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS Queensland Section). The FFS is reconfigurable to support training for the entire fleet of RFDS Queensland Section Beechcraft King Air model B200 and B300 aircraft. The simulator is the first of its kind in Australia and is housed in a new, purpose-built training facility next to the RFDS base in Bundaberg.

TRU Simulation delivers Full-Flight Simulator to Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) (Photo: Business Wire)

TRU Simulation delivers Full-Flight Simulator to Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) (Photo: Business Wire)

TRU Simulation, an affiliate of Textron Aviation Inc., the manufacturer of Beechcraft King Air aircraft, designs, manufactures and delivers high-fidelity training devices and full-motion simulators for civil and defense customers.

“The Royal Flying Doctor Service is a highly respected organization in Australia that requires their pilots to be prepared to execute a variety of life-saving services. At TRU, we are committed to ensuring pilots have a world-class training device so they are ready for any challenge they may encounter,” said Jerry Messaris, vice president and general manager, TRU Simulation. “We are honored RFDS selected a TRU simulator for their crucial operations.”

The RFDS Queensland Section has a large Beechcraft King Air fleet, which is utilized to deliver aeromedical retrievals and provide healthcare services to regional, rural and remote Queenslanders. The new simulator will deliver world-class training for the pilots and crew to aid in the mission of providing the finest care to the furthest corners of Queensland.

The King Air Full-Flight Simulator, equipped with Collins Aerospace’s Pro Line Fusion avionics, incorporates TRU’s REALFeel control loading system, which produces a highly realistic flight experience. The full-flight motion of the simulator integrates TRU's REALCue system, featuring an electric motion base with 60-inch-stroke actuators. To create an immersive training environment, the visual system is equipped with high-definition projectors on a 200x40 degree display. All four King Air variants available to the FFS utilize TRU designed and developed aircraft systems and aerodynamics software package.

About TRU Simulation
TRU Simulation + Training Inc., an affiliate of Textron Aviation Inc., is a leading provider of high-fidelity training devices and full-motion simulators for the aviation industry. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, TRU Simulation has been at the forefront of flight simulation technology for over a decade. Our customized simulator solutions empower pilots to navigate the skies confidently, while our state-of-the-art technology ensures safe and realistic training experiences. For more information, visit www.TRUSimulation.com.

About Textron Aviation
We inspire the journey of flight. For more than 95 years, Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has empowered our collective talent across the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our customers. With a range that includes everything from business jets, turboprops, and high-performance pistons, to special mission, military trainer and defense products, Textron Aviation has the most versatile and comprehensive aviation product portfolio in the world and a workforce that has produced more than half of all general aviation aircraft worldwide. Customers in more than 170 countries rely on our legendary performance, reliability and versatility, along with our trusted global customer service network, for affordable and flexible flight.

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About Textron Inc.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation. For more information, visit: www.textron.com.

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FAQ

What certification did TRU Simulation's Full-Flight Simulator receive for RFDS?

The simulator received Level D certification from Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

Which aircraft models does the TXT simulator support for RFDS training?

The simulator supports training for Beechcraft King Air model B200 and B300 aircraft.

What are the key features of TRU Simulation's Full-Flight Simulator for RFDS?

The simulator features Collins Aerospace's Pro Line Fusion avionics, REALFeel control loading system, REALCue electric motion base with 60-inch-stroke actuators, and high-definition projectors on a 200x40 degree display.

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