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ELITE Simulation Solutions delivers S623T AS355 Twin-Engine Helicopter Simulator to Corsaire Aviation in Australia
Zurich, Switzerland / Perth, Australia, 26th February 2026 ELITE Simulation Solutions is proud to announce the sale and delivery of an S623T Twin-Engine AS355 Helicopter Simulator to Corsaire Aviation, based in Perth, Western Australia. Designed to replicate the Airbus AS355 TwinStar with exceptional fidelity, the S623T AS355 flight simulation training
ELITE Simulation Solutions delivers another S311 FNPT II to Germany
Zurich, Switzerland, 19th February 2026 ELITE Simulation Solutions is proud to announce the sale of another S311 FNPT II flight simulation training device to Germany, further strengthening its presence in one of Europe’s most respected aviation training markets. The latest S311 FNPT II will be delivered to FMG-FlightTraining a longstanding
Enhancing Fear of Flying Therapy Through High-Fidelity Motion and Advanced Turbulence Simulation
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EPC Aviation Takes Delivery of Kenya’s First ELITE PI-1000 Professional AATD at Nairobi Wilson Airport
January 20th, 2026 – Dübendorf Switzerland A newly established Flight Training Organisation (FTO), EPC Aviation Ltd, has officially taken delivery of its first advanced flight training device: the ELITE PI-1000 FAA-certified Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD). The simulator has been installed at the Kenya School of Flying Headquarters, located at
ELITE Simulation Solutions Installs and Certifies A320 FTD LEVEL 4 flight training device for FlyWithUs Flight Academy in Chile
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ELITE Simulation Solutions delivers convertible Diamond DA-40/DA-42 FAA AATD flight training device to Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria
Zurich, Switzerland – October 24th, 2025. ELITE Simulation Solutions is proud to announce the successful installation of an ELITE Diamond DA-40/DA-42 FAA convertible AATD flight training device at the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) in Zaria, Nigeria. This milestone marks ELITE’s first Diamond DA-40/DA-42 installation in West Africa and
ELITE Simulation Solutions AG announces development of the Embraer E-JET E2 EASA FTD Level 2 simulator
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Elite Installs PI-235 AATD Open Cockpit at ASW Flight Training Center in Warsaw, Indiana
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Elite Simulation Solutions Delivers SACAA-Certified ELITE S923 FNPT II MCC to CTFTC
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ELITE Installs and Certifies A320 FNPT II MCC APS for F AIR Flight School under EASA CS-FSTD(A)
Zurich, Switzerland – September 2nd, 2025 ELITE Simulation Solutions is pleased to announce the successful installation and certification of an Airbus A320 FNPT II MCC APS training device for F AIR Flight School, a highly reputable training organisation founded in 1990 and based in the Czech Republic. The device, designed,
University of Southampton Aviation Department commissions ELITE DA42 AATD Open Cockpit Simulator
Zurich, Switzerland – July 15th, 2025 ELITE Simulation Solutions is proud to announce the successful installation of an ELITE DA42 Open Cockpit Simulator at the University of Southampton. This installation further strengthens ELITE’s position as a leading provider of advanced flight training solutions, with a growing presence in the UK
ELITE Delivers S311 FNPT II Flight Simulator to Distinguished German Flight School DVFS
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Opening a flight simulation center — whether for professional pilot training or entertainment — is an ambitious, high-impact project. To succeed, you need a partner who offers reliable products, deep aviation expertise, and world-class support.With over 35 years of industry leadership, ELITE Simulation Solutions AG is the perfect partner to turn your flight simulation dream into a lasting success story. Founded in 1987, ELITE is
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Zurich, Switzerland – March 27th, 2025 ELITE Simulation Solutions, a leader in aviation training technology, recently hosted renowned aviation YouTuber Captain Joe at their Zurich headquarters. During his visit, Captain Joe experienced and reviewed several of ELITE’s state-of-the-art flight simulators, including the Airbus A320 FNPT II MCC, the PI-1000, and
ELITE Simulation Solutions Announces the Re-Launch of the Enhanced Helicopter Flight Control Unit (EHFCU) Mark II
Zurich, Switzerland – March 25th, 2025 ELITE Simulation Solutions, a global leader in flight training software and devices, is proud to announce the re-launch of its Enhanced Helicopter Flight Control Unit (EHFCU) Mark II. Building upon the success of its predecessor, which saw over 150 units sold worldwide, the EHFCU
ELITE to Deliver S311 FNPT II Flight Training Device to INFlight Air Charter in Record Time
Zurich, Switzerland – March 13th, 2025 ELITE Simulation Solutions, a global leader in flight training devices, proudly announces the sale of its state-of-the-art S311 FNPT II flight training device to INFlight Air Charter, a premier flight training provider based at Ingolstadt Airport in Germany. This collaboration marks a significant milestone
Successful installation of an ELITE S311 FNPT II simulator at Volantis Professional Flight School in Brno
Zurich, Switzerland – February 11th, 2025 ELITE Simulation Solutions is pleased to announce the successful installation of an ELITE S311 FNPT II simulator at Volantis Professional Flight School in Brno, the Czech Republic. Renowned for its dedication to excellence in pilot education, Volantis has selected the S311 for its unmatched
ELITE Simulation Solutions Installs Full Motion Diamond DA-42 Open Cockpit AATD for Private Pilot in Switzerland
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ELITE Simulation Installs ELITE S812 FNPT II / AATD at Skyborne Airline Academy to Support U.S. Expansion
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ELITE Simulation Solutions installs PI-135 Pro Flight Simulator at UTHM, Kuala Lumpur, to enhance Aviation Training and Research
Zurich, Switzerland – January 7th, 2025 ELITE Simulation Solutions, a leading global provider of advanced flight training solutions, isproud to announce the successful installation of its PI-135 Pro flight simulator at theUniversiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) in Kuala Lumpur. Following an internationalcall for tenders, UTHM selected ELITE for the
Successful installation & LBA certification of an ELITE S311 FNPT II simulator at Westflug in Germany
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BRNO University of Technology (VUT) enhances flight training capabilities by acquiring S311 FNPT II SimuIator
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Yaoundé, Cameroon — November 27, 2024 ELITE Simulation Solutions is proud to announce the installation of its state-of-the-art PI-135 Professional Basic Aviation Training Device (BATD) at the Ministry of Interior’s Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) in Yaoundé, Cameroon. This marks the third ELITE simulator to be deployed in the country, further
Volantis Professional Flight School Expands Training Capabilities with New ELITE S311 FNPT II Certified Flight Simulator
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Transitioning from JOC to APS: A Major Shift in Aviation Training
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ELITE delivers S311 FNPT II to advanced Aviation Training in Germany
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ELITE Simulation Solutions delivers its first A320 FSTD to Chile!
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ELITE Simulation Solutions partner with IIS Dionigi Scano
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ELITE Flight Simulators enjoy record-breaking month!
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First Motion DA42 FSTD for ELITE
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Maldivian Aviation Academy purchases ELITE S812 FNPT II flight simulator
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ELITE Simulation Solutions, « boutique hôtel du simulateur », élargit son offre.
Lien vers l’article: https://www.journal-aviation.com/actualites/46837-elite-simulation-solutions-boutique-hotel-du-simulateur-elargit-son-offre La société suisse ELITE Simulation Solutions, basée à Zürich, conçoit, développe, produit et vend des simulateurs de vol certifiés EASA et FAA depuis 1987. Avec un catalogue de près d’une vingtaine de modèles d’avions et d’hélicoptères, ELITE est en s’adapte aux besoins d’écoles de pilotage et
S311 FNPT II Eco-Flyer sold to Hub’ Air Aviation Academy
S311 FNPT II Eco-Flyer sold to Hub’ Air Aviation Academy for its base located in the South of France Hub’ Air Aviation Academy, renowned for its outstanding flight Students program has placed an order for its first ELITE flight simulator device to be delivered and installed at the base
ELITE Simulation Solutions and ProSim Training Solutions agree on a new A320 type representative FNPT II MCC partnership
Zurich, Switzerland ELITE Simulation Solutions and ProSim Training Solutions agree on a new A320 type representative FNPT II MCC partnership A powerful collaboration has been established between the two key players in the flight simulator world. ELITE, as a world class simulator manufacturer and ProSim with its unmatched
Celebrating a long-standing relationship between ELITE and AVIACOM in India
Zurich, Switzerland 17/10/2022 Celebrating a long-standing relationship between ELITE and AVIACOM in India Aviacom has been specializing for 15 years in the fields of aircraft and flight simulator sales, their installation and maintenance support on the Indian subcontinent. Its main customers are civilian and military (air force)
ELITE’s first simulator in Cambodia
Zurich, Switzerland 04/10/2022 Novation Academy to be the first ELITE customer in Cambodia Novation Academy, based in Phnom Penh, the busy capital of Cambodia, has recently secured itself a versatile ELITE PI-1000 Professional Flight Training Device. Novation Academy is the first Approved Training Organization (ATO) to offer Commercial Pilot (CPL)
ELITE Simulation Solutions, des simulateurs de haut vol
Elite, fournisseur de simulateurs de vol certifiés depuis 1987. ELITE (Electronic IFR Training Environment) Simulation Solutions est une société suisse produisant des simulateurs de vol certifiés EASA et FAA depuis 1987. Ainsi, ce ne sont pas moins de 51 pays qui en sont dotés. Nous sommes allés à la rencontre
ELITE DA42 – Avion Revue, Spain – 06/09/2022
Have a look at the latest article about our DA42 FNPT II Simulator. ELITE presenta su simulador Diamond DA42, calidad suiza para el entrenamiento de vuelo ELITE Simulation Solutions se fundó en 1987 cerca de Zúrich (Suiza) y está especializada en la fabricación de simuladores de vuelo certificados por EASA,
ELITE announces the launch of the most cost-effective convertible FNPT II FSTD (Flight Simulator Training Device) on the market
ELITE announces the launch of the most cost-effective convertible FNPT II FSTD (Flight Simulator Training Device) on the market These are exciting times for Approved Training Organizations (ATOs) who are looking for cost-effective simulator solutions helping them to enhance their pilots training success without breaking the bank. ELITE has just announced its game-changing
Advantages of a certified flight simulator
Advantages of a certified flight simulator It is more affordable and environmentally clean The absolute best investment in pilot training is the purchase and use of a flight simulator. It is much more affordable than burning fuel in the air, paying for expensive maintenance, or having to sign a contract
Elite Press Release – FTD Level 2 Simulator awarded by GFD
PRESS RELEASE Zürich, 17.05.2022 ELITE Kite 35 FTD 2 / FNPT II MCC – based on the GFD operated Learjet 35 ELITE Simulation Solutions AG, based in Zürich/Switzerland, was awarded a contract from German GFD GmbH to develop, manufacture and integrate an ELITE Kite 35 Flight Training Device. The ELITE
New EHFCU Helicopter flight controls motion platform unveiled on CZECH TV CT24
ELITE has further developed it’s EHFCU (Elite Helicopter Flight Control Unit) to incorporate a motion platform. This newly developed device is used to teach students basic and advanced flight principles. The precise motion actuators are adjustable and therefore can be adapted to any helicopter model, encompassing the physics of each
New affordable S311 Eco-Flyer E1000 available from ELITE!
Elite Simulation Solutions, a world leader in the design and manufacture of flight simulation products, is pleased to announce another revolutionary, cost effective fixed-wing training device. Following the success of ELITE’s recently launched cost effective S311 Eco Flyer flight simulator, ELITE has now answered the demand of the market and