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How FSTD Capability Signatures (FCS) and Task-to-Tool are Changing Our Industry
The aviation training industry is shifting from rigid simulator classifications to a capability-based model. FSTD Capability Signatures and Task-to-Tool training allow operators to match training objectives with the exact simulator fidelity required, improving efficiency, flexibility, and cost control.

Daniel de Vries
Jan 65 min read


Why “Good Enough” Isn't "Good Enough" in Flight Simulator Maintenance
In flight simulator maintenance, "good enough" is a silent killer of reliability. What starts as a temporary workaround often becomes permanent technical debt, degrading training fidelity and increasing downtime. Discover why settling for marginal performance puts pilot safety at risk and how top operators maintain "fit for purpose" standards in an aging fleet.

Sam Austin
Jan 26 min read


Why Inventory Strategy Matters Just As Much As Repair Skills for Simulator Reliability
Repair skills alone won't keep your flight simulator flying. Discover why a robust Inventory Strategy is the missing link to FSTD reliability. From battling obsolescence (DMSMS) to optimizing spare parts, learn how to prevent costly training downtime. Essential reading for operators wanting to secure their supply chain and ensure regulatory compliance.

Daniel de Vries
Dec 26, 20258 min read


What's in a Qualification Test Guide (QTG) for Flight Simulators?
Discover the backbone of flight simulator validation: the Qualification Test Guide (QTG). Learn how this document proves an FSTD matches reality, the critical difference between QTG and Master QTG (MQTG), and why it is essential for FAA and EASA regulatory compliance. A must-read guide for operators ensuring high-fidelity pilot training standards.

Daniel de Vries
Dec 20, 20259 min read


The Art (and Science) of Keeping Flight Simulators Training-Ready
Maintaining a flight simulator is a critical blend of engineering science and troubleshooting art. From daily pre-flight checks to advanced predictive maintenance, discover what it takes to keep these complex Level D machines compliant, reliable, and ready for pilot training 24/7.

Daniel de Vries
Dec 10, 202510 min read
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