Flight simulators have rigorous qualification standards, yet the technicians who keep them running have no consistent development pathway. After conversations at the Flight Simulator Engineering and Maintenance Conference (FSEMC) in Frankfurt, one idea kept resurfacing: who better to train your techs than techs? Explore why simulator technician training is structurally underserved, and what practitioner-led development means for operators.

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.