Over 650 Porter pilots will receive training for both the E195-E2 and Dash 8-400.
The E195-E2 flight simulator will support Porter Airlines’ pilot training as part of its previously-announced order for up to 100 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft.
FlightSafety International, a professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, recently announced the completion of the installation of the E195-E2 flight simulator at the Toronto site of Porter Airlines’ a regional airline from Canada. This is the first of its kind simulator to be installed in North America. The E195-E2 flight simulator will support Porter Airlines’ pilot training as part of its previously-announced order for up to 100 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft.
“This is another step forward in our growth plans, as pilots will soon have the opportunity to begin their training ahead of our first E195-E2 flights later this year,” said Paul Moreira, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Porter Airlines. “FlightSafety has been Porter’s pilot training partner since 2006, so we are pleased that they have completed constructing this simulator on time and to be able to continue this partnership as we grow,” he further added.
The E195-E2 simulator is located at FlightSafety International’s Toronto Learning Centre. Over 650 Porter pilots will receive training for both the E195-E2 and Dash 8-400. During the simulator training program, the pilots will be able to experience all aspects of real-world flying, including full motion simulation and actual airport environments, in a controlled setting. FlightSafety has also finalized an eight-year agreement with Porter Airlines International in 2022 to continue as the airline’s exclusive pilot training partner.
“We are thrilled to continue our long-standing partnership with Porter Airlines to train best-in-class aviators,” said Brad Thress, president and CEO, FlightSafety International. “Since 2006, FlightSafety has been providing innovative and cost-effective training solutions to Porter crews. This proven track record is evidenced by the confidence that Porter has placed in us to deliver E2 solutions for another eight years,” he further added.
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FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. Formal training in the E195-E2 simulator is expected to begin in the near future. The company has recently completed the certification process with Transport Canada. Porter aims to begin flying the aircraft later in 2022.
