Kestrel Aviation

The purchase of the Frasca 342 helicopter simulator incorporating the FVS 200 visual wrap- around graphics substantiates Kestrel's commitment as a leading training institution in the industry.

Helipad landing

View from the cockpit

Airport approach

Being the first helicopter general aviation company in Australia to have such advanced equipment will assist Kestrel to offer a even greater range of course options. For pilots at Kestrel advanced training programs will be available. Realistic and high quality systems will make command instrument rating training available at an affordable price not experienced in Australia before. Pilot aeronautical decision making courses will be available also as one of the facets on offer.

Courses of this type will be designed to improve pilot awareness of potential hazards and will facilitate an avenue to practice real emergencies without risk to flight crew or equipment.
The Frasca 342 wraparound visual system provides a realistic visual presentation to allow full day, night, visual and instrument flight. Night emergencies will now be completed in the simulator including touch down autorotations.

Those persons intending to transition to turbine helicopters will also carry out an initial course of training in the simulator prior to flying the helicopter. Engine emergencies and malfunctions can be thoroughly trained in the simulator to maximize the opportunity for candidates to experience real failures and over temperatures situations.

With the dedicated assistance of Rudy, John, David, Tom, Peggy(Prichard) Frasca and all the staff, Australia will now have a leading helicopter training organization that has the best equipment available.

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Helicopter Safety Courses now available