MONTREAL, January 19, 2012 –Mechtronix Systems Inc., an MWC Company, a leading manufacturer of flight simulation training devices, announced the recent qualification of Safe Flight Academy (SFA)’s Ascent® Flight Trainer™ by the Tunisian DGAC. The device is configured as a Diamond DA42 and is installed in SFA’s flight training facility based in Tunis, Tunisia. It is used to provide highly professional Instrument Rating (IR) training to their increasing number of ab-initio students.

“After conducting a thorough analysis, it was evident that Mechtronix was in the best position to provide the most competitive offer on a technical, regulatory (EASA) and commercial standpoint.” says Capt. Mohamed Jellali, Head of Training at Safe Flight Academy. “The certification of Mechtronix’ Ascent® Flight Trainer™ will greatly contribute to our efforts in becoming one of the most professional training centers in North Africa and now makes our ab-initio curriculum complete.” 

“Thanks to this qualification, we at Mechtronix will be increasing our DA42 FNPT references worldwide and enlarging our range of Diamond FTD’s” said Mark Dransfield, Senior Director, Business Development and Strategy. “We are honoured to have been chosen by Safe Flight Academy to fulfill their training demands. The procurement of the Ascent® Flight Trainer™ reinforces our leadership in this region and will contribute to building strong references for both Mechtronix and Safe Flight Academy.” 

Mechtronix’ Ascent® Flight Trainer™ is a training device closely representing the DA42 environment embedded in a larger cockpit allowing for a better simulation experience of various in-flight situations; it is also fitted with a combination of the Raster x/T image generator (IG) and FFS-like Instructor Operating Station (IOS) software. The device features a 180 degree visual system that will provide its users with exceptional fidelity. The simulator is thus fully optimized to meet its training purposes and is perfectly fitted to raise flight training standards.

About Safe Flight Academy:

Safe Flight Academy is a brand new Flight Training Organization based in Tunis; it was certified in 2010 and very recently started operations. With a fleet of DA40 and DA42NG, Safe Flight Academy offers high quality ab-initio training to pilot students. Safe Flight Academy provides modular Air Transport Pilot Licence.

Mechtronix Systems Inc. (Mechtronix Systems), an MWC company, specializes in the design and manufacturing of Flight Simulation Training Devices for general, business and commercial aviation. Fuelled by 20+ years of passion and dedication, we are a top leader on the global flight simulation and training market with a presence in America, Europe and Asia. Based in Montreal, Mechtronix Systems offers a full range of products from full flight simulators to flight training devices, setting new industry standards for higher fidelity, reliability, cost efficiency and safety. To support our worldwide customers that include major airlines, training centers and training organizations, we have technical support centers strategically located around the globe. For more information, please visit www.mwc.mechtronix.com.