Kazan Helicopters, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, has received confirmation that its Ansat helicopter training simulator complies with international standards. The evaluation was carried out by the Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute named after N.E. Zhukovsky (TsAGI).

The Ansat simulator was tested for its compliance with the requirements of ICAO. Evaluated characteristics included the layout and design of the cockpit, simulation of flight and engine dynamics, controlling on ground, helicopter systems, acoustic, visual and vibration effects and navigation. The assessment result was positive.

“We consider the certification of the Ansat helicopter simulator according to ICAO standards as one of the important achievements of our company. Our aviation training centre is now waiting for the first intake of students to pass the simulator training in August 2020. The training will be organised for foreign customers: pilot training is included in the price of the helicopter in all export orders,” says MD of Kazan Helicopters Yuri Pustovgarov.

The simulator model was developed on the basis of helicopter flight test data provided by the design bureau of Kazan Helicopters. The cockpit and interior of the simulator are authentic: instrumentation is replaced with simulator devices, but their appearance and functionality fully correspond to the originals.

The Ansat simulator is equipped with a visualisation system that provides full visibility from the pilot's seat. It can be used to reproduce two distinct areas: the city of Kazan along with the Kazan Helicopters flight test centre, as well as the city of Sochi. A vibrating platform and audio system help to simulate the vibrational and acoustic effects of flight. Using the simulator, trained pilots will be able to manoeuvre the helicopter model in various conditions, including in dangerous and emergency situations.

The simulator was designed and produced as part of the investment project ‘Development Concept for for the Aviation Training Center of the Kazan Helicopter Plant of Russian Helicopters Holding Company’.

The KHP aviation training centre also has a comprehensive simulator for Mi-8MTV helicopter. The cabin of the simulator has been adapted to simulate training of pilots at night with NVGs. Additionally, the simulator has a vibroacoustic unit that imitates vibration and sounds of a helicopter depending on the flight mode and conditions.

The Kazan Helicopters Aviation Training Centre was established in 1995. In more than 20 years it has trained almost 9,000 pilots. The centre provides courses on retraining and professional development for pilots, engineers and technical specialists. Teachers constantly improve their skills and undergo practical training in the leading training centres in Russia and abroad, and have registered certificates of aircraft manufacturers. The KHP aviation training centre provides training for Mi-8/17 and Ansat helicopter types. In the future it is planned to create a similar training programme for the Mi-38 helicopter.