Simulator Plays Through Plane’s On-Board Systems
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Imagine
combat pilots experiencing most of the rigors of aerial warfare
as they remain safely parked in their warplanes on the ground. This
is being achieved by an embedded training simulation system that
was unveiled by Aermacchi and Selex Sensors at the 2005 Paris Air
Show. The system so far is geared for Aermacchi M-346 and M-311
trainers.
It offers simulated flight scenarios through onboard multi-function
and heads-up displays. The simulator, says a spokesman, is particularly
geared for managing sensors and mission systems on combat aircraft,
measuring pilot response to the surrounding real and virtual environments
and virtually deploying weapons on the aircraft.