SimAero, an EASA-approved training organisation with facilities in France and South Africa, is introducing a learning management system designed to perform theoretical courses online, from anywhere in the world. The online earning management system provides theoretical modules of type rating programmes, including computer-based training for aircraft systems, as well as typical ground course content normally presented in a classroom with an instructor, such as mass and balance, limitations, performances along with normal and abnormal standard operations procedures. Special modules for low visibility, upset recovery and performance based navigation are available as well.

This concept was initiated in order to provide clients from all around the world with a quick solution to continuing pilot training during the global health crisis, as well as to create a modern, efficient and cost-effective tool to deliver the theoretical knowledge. “During the global COVID pandemic and worldwide travel restrictions, the demand of such learning tool has become stronger than ever,” says Patrice Galinier, head of training. “Thanks to the very efficient cooperation of our team of pilot-experts and SimAero colleagues, we have developed a comprehensive and modern tool.”

SimAero's clients may benefit from the system by being able to better organise the internal trainings of the operator as well as to use it as a training deadline tracking tool. SimAero is making itself available for assistance and consultations. The system allows users to contact instructors via distance communication tools any time in case there are questions. The learning management system is very efficient in licence re-validations, pilot assessments and theoretical skill tests.

“Once again we have invested in modernisation and training aids, demonstrating flexibility as one of our key corporate values. It is our priority to provide our clients with reliable solutions to organise theoretical and ground courses from a distance, minimising physical contact, travelling and avoiding extended stays abroad, which is already appreciated by our customers,” underlines SimAero CEO Nicolas Mouté.

Since July 2020, SimAero clients have been using the system and the feedback is reported to be very positive. The system enables quick and easy access to an intuitive online platform, which is adapted to all internet browsers and IOS and Android platforms of all devices such as computers, notebooks, iPads, tablets and smart telephones, allowing real-time monitoring of trainee progress and providing a reduction in costs for companies and trainees, optimising the rotation of teaching personnel and allowing to save time and expenses of all concerned parties.