{"id":8629,"date":"2023-10-04T11:36:43","date_gmt":"2023-10-04T15:36:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.airmedic.net\/communique-de-presse\/european-flight-simulator-accredited-by-transport-canada-thanks-to-airmedic\/"},"modified":"2025-11-14T13:18:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T17:18:12","slug":"european-flight-simulator-accredited-by-transport-canada-thanks-to-airmedic","status":"publish","type":"communique-de-presse","link":"https:\/\/www.airmedic.net\/en\/communique-de-presse\/european-flight-simulator-accredited-by-transport-canada-thanks-to-airmedic\/","title":{"rendered":"European flight simulator accredited by Transport Canada thanks to Airmedic"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><strong>European flight simulator accredited by Transport Canada thanks to Airmedic<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong>Saint-Hubert, October<\/strong> \u2013 For the first time in Canada, thanks to Airmedic\u2019s efforts, Canadian Pilatus PC-12 air operators can now train their pilots in Switzerland on an accredited flight simulator unique in Europe. In fact, this milestone was made possible through close collaboration with <a href=\"https:\/\/tc.canada.ca\/fr\">Transport Canada<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/fly7-training.com\/fr\/\">Fly 7 Training<\/a>, a European leader in aviation training. Following a rigorous two-month process, Transport Canada approved the use of their simulators. This authorization, effective since September 6, 2023, applies specifically to Pilatus PC-12 NG\/NGX training.   <\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1088\">An Accredited Flight Simulator for an Immersive Experience<\/h3>\n<p>This accredited PC-12 flight simulator, located at La Bl\u00e9cherette Airport in Lausanne, Switzerland, offers an immersive and safe training experience. As a result, pilots can develop their skills in conditions equivalent to real flight. This ensures that captains and first officers acquire the competencies they need to excel in aviation, both in terms of practical skills and essential theoretical knowledge. The program consists of three full days of comprehensive training, featuring seven hours in the certified flight simulator. The training concludes with a practical session aboard an aircraft. Therefore, this approach ensures a smooth transition from ground-based training to real-world flight operations.       <\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1808\">Airmedic, a Pioneer in PC-12 Training in Canada<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cAirmedic is proud to be the first Canadian company to use Fly 7 Training\u2019s services to train its PC-12 pilots. Our efforts open the door for dozens of Canadian operators flying the PC-12 to access additional training opportunities. This initiative clearly demonstrates the company\u2019s commitment to innovation and strengthens Airmedic\u2019s position as a leader in the Canadian aviation industry,\u201d said Sophie Larochelle, Chief Executive Officer of Airmedic.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBy obtaining this accreditation, Fly 7 confirms its expertise in PC-12 crew training in both the European and international context. In fact, this certification reinforces our position as the only European provider offering PC-12 NGX simulator training. We stand out in the field of pilot training, and we are very excited to welcome Airmedic\u2019s pilots. Our team is ready to support them in achieving their proficiency goals on the Pilatus platform,\u201d said Kristina Ndiaye, Sales Director at Fly 7 Training.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2721\">The Pilatus PC-12: An Aircraft Made for Qu\u00e9bec<\/h3>\n<p>Since its certification in 1994, the Pilatus PC-12 has been designed, manufactured, and supported from the company\u2019s facility in the heart of Switzerland. The aircraft stands out for its medevac capabilities, versatility, and ability to land on short and gravel runways, making it an ideal platform for Airmedic\u2019s operations.  This is why the Qu\u00e9bec-based company operates a fleet of six Pilatus PC-12 aircraft, which have completed more than 7,200 missions and transported over 12,000 patients.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>About Airmedic <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Airmedic is an innovative Qu\u00e9bec-based company offering emergency medical assistance and air transport by helicopter or airplane throughout the province. It is the only organization in Qu\u00e9bec operating its own dedicated fleet for emergency evacuations and interhospital transfers. Since 2016, Airmedic has held Accreditation Canada certification and Transport Canada authorizations for night vision goggle operations and IFR-certified helicopter missions\u2014testament to its commitment to high-quality, safe medical care.   <\/p>\n<p>-30-<\/p>\n<p>Contact :<\/p>\n<p>Rapha\u00eble Bourgault<br \/>Business Development and Strategic Communications Manager<br \/><a href=\"mailto:Raphaele.bourgault@airmedic.net\">Raphaele.bourgault@airmedic.net<\/a><br \/>514-709-9633<\/p>\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For the first time in Canada, thanks to Airmedic\u2019s efforts in collaboration with Transport Canada and Fly 7 Training, Canadian Pilatus PC-12 air operators can now train their pilots in Switzerland on a one-of-a-kind flight simulator in 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