Ankara, Türkiye – The simulator manufacturer HAVELSAN, located in Turkey, declared that another Boeing B737-8 MAX Full Flight Simulator (FFS), developed by HAVELSAN and employed by Turkish Airlines, has effectively attained European EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) Level D certification.
Previously, HAVELSAN had signed a contract with Turkish Airlines for the procurement of a total of 11 A320 CEO NEOs along with Boeing 737 Max FFS and FTDs. In May 2023, the first HAVELSAN engineered B737 MAX full flight simulator positioned at the Turkish Airlines Flight Training Center secured EASA Level D certification. Now, for the second time, the company has achieved a remarkable milestone by obtaining EASA Level D Certification for another B737-8 MAX Simulator. This acknowledgment emphasizes HAVELSAN’s unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and safety in aviation education.
“We are thrilled to declare the second EASA full flight simulator certification for a HAVELSAN produced 737-8 MAX unit. It signifies our collaborative dedication with Turkish Airlines to ensure that the simulator training infrastructure meets global standards,” remarked Mehmet Akif Nacar, Ph.D., CEO of HAVELSAN.
“We are excited to receive Level D certification for our second simulator. This triumph reflects our pledge to maintain the utmost standards of safety and proficiency for our flight crews,” conveyed Bilal Ekşi, CEO of Turkish Airlines.
HAVELSAN aspires to attain EASA accreditation for its Airbus A320 CEO/NEO designed full flight simulators, showcasing to the worldwide airline and pilot training industry its capability to provide superior Turkish-manufactured narrow-body aircraft flight simulators.
With a longstanding presence in the simulation industry spanning 40 years, HAVELSAN is committed to fulfilling the demands of Flight Simulator Training Devices both domestically and internationally, consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions to its clientele. The company is actively seeking partnerships with additional airlines or training facility operators to explore its offerings and the unique solutions it can present.
