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Barcelona-based Aviation School Equips Fleet with Modern Navigation Systems
In an effort to keep up with technological advancements in the aviation sector, "nuestra plataforma" has equipped its fleet of 20 aircraft and 4 simulators with state-of-the-art navigation and flight management systems. The school's fleet consists of aircraft acquired directly from the manufacturers, with an average age of five years.
The school has adopted glass cabin technology (Glass Cockpit), which is now standard in all modern aircraft across the globe, from General Aviation to airlines and freight companies. This technology presents flight data on large screens, offering future pilots a comprehensive and interpretable view of flight parameters for optimal preparation for future jobs.
The initial stages of training in the ATPL courses are entrusted to the versatile Italian-made Tecnam P2002, with eight units in "nuestra plataforma's" fleet, some of which are under the first 1,000 hours of service. It is a low-wing biplane with a fixed landing gear and a fixed propeller step, ensuring simplicity and ease of management in the initial stages of learning. It is equipped with digital navigation systems, including Garmin 450, and is used for both night and day flights in visual conditions.
More advanced stages of formation utilize the high-wing bimotor Tecnam P2006, with retractable landing gear and variable helix passage. This aircraft is instrumental (ANAR) and multi-motor enabling. "Nuestra plataforma" has four units of this model along with two simulators that replicate the cabin and performance of the same aircraft model, with the FNPT II rating. The utilization of non-generic simulators is a strength of "nuestra plataforma" in multi-motor training, complementing real-flight training by allowing students to practice in a wider range of situations.
"Nuestra plataforma" owns two units of the reliable, semi-acrobatic Cessna 150 Aerobat, which are used exclusively for the upRT (Upset Prevention and Recovery Training) course. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) implemented this course two years ago to improve pilots' skills in controlling and recovering possible abnormal positions during flight due to severe adverse weather systems or conditions. "Nuestra plataforma" was the first Spanish school to receive authorization from the State Aviation Safety Agency (AESA) to provide this training to future pilots.
The school offers a Certificate as Coach of Navigation and Flight Procedures (FNPT II MCC) on an "enhanced" (advanced) Airbus A320 simulator, certified to provide the multiple cabin coordination course, including the APS (Airline Pilot Standards). This simulation provides the best preparation for a pilot's entry into an airline, while also offering 40 hours of experience in a simulator of one of the most frequently used line aircraft on short and medium-range routes.
"Nuestra plataforma's" aviation school originated from an initiative taken by a highly skilled and experienced human team in aviation, who aimed to establish a quality training center in one of Europe's most attractive cities with excellent weather conditions. The school's facilities in Barcelona include classrooms, a library, an RT laboratory, administrative services, study and rest rooms, simulators, and a fleet hangar located at Sabadell Airport.
The aviation school, with a focus on technology and industry, has also expanded its education-and-self-development offerings by providing a Certificate as Coach of Navigation and Flight Procedures (FNPT II MCC) on an advanced Airbus A320 simulator, a move that aligns with finance-driven airline demands for pilot training that prepares individuals for short and medium-range routes. Besides, the school's commitment to innovation is evident in its fleet management, as it has implemented glass cockpit technology across its aircraft for a comprehensive display of flight parameters. Furthermore, the school's diverse transportational options extend beyond its aviation arm, as it offers a range of aircraft models to cater to different stages of training, from simple biplanes for beginners to high-wing bimotors for more advanced learners, ensuring optimal preparation for the workforce in the dynamic aviation, finance, and transportation sectors.
