Air traffic control trainees in the Cook Islands will soon start training in a real world environment, using a new operational desktop version of the Airways Total Control simulator purchased by Cook Islands Airport Authority.
General Manager Airways Global Services, Russell Hulstrom, says that the desktop version of the popular Total Control simulator training tool provides an ideal training solution in situations where controllers are in sole charge positions.
“The beauty of this simulator is that it’s designed for use in regular refresher training of controllers at smaller airports such as in the Cook Islands, where solo controllers must be at their post. Our ‘off-the-shelf’ model is straightforward for the client to set up in their own workspace, and to undertake real-world training in a synthetic environment,” Mr Hulstrom says.
This is the first purchase of the new-to-market Total Control Performance simulator in the Asia Pacific region. Total Control offers unparalleled realism and graphic fidelity supported by a 3D engine, with sophisticated, real-world simulation. The simulator allows for training of higher traffic volumes and risk scenarios than would usually be experienced at the airport.