TRU Simulation + Training Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced that its Full Flight Simulator (FFS) for the Cessna Citation Ascend has achieved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Level D qualification, significantly enhancing advanced training options for midsize jet pilots. This development provides an immersive and realistic training environment on the recently FAA-certified Citation Ascend, with European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) qualification anticipated in 2026. The simulator features advanced technologies including TRU Simulation’s REALCue motion system and high-definition visual displays, ensuring pilots can build confidence and precision.
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Inside the Citation Ascend simulator bringing lifelike training to jet pilots
TRU Simulation + Training Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced that its Full Flight Simulator (FFS) for the Cessna Citation Ascend has achieved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Level D qualification, significantly enhancing advanced training options for midsize jet pilots. This development provides an immersive and realistic training environment on the recently FAA-certified Citation Ascend, with European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) qualification anticipated in 2026. The simulator features advanced technologies including TRU Simulation’s REALCue motion system and high-definition visual displays, ensuring pilots can build confidence and precision.