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SIMCOM's Lake Nona training facility in Orlando, Florida represents the company's newest and most advanced training center location. This state-of-the-art facility houses seven Level D full flight simulators covering a comprehensive range of popular business jets and turboprops used in corporate and Part 91 operations.
The simulator fleet at Lake Nona includes high-end business jets such as the Gulfstream G650, Bombardier Challenger 300/350, and Embraer Phenom 300 and Praetor 500/600 series. The facility also maintains Level D simulators for popular turboprop aircraft including the Pilatus PC-12, Daher TBM series, and Mitsubishi MU-2, providing comprehensive training options for pilots transitioning between aircraft categories.
Located in Orlando's thriving Lake Nona area, the facility offers pilots convenient access to training with nearby accommodation and dining options. The center provides initial type rating courses, recurrent training, and specialized corporate training programs, all conducted using FAA-certified Level D simulators constructed with actual aircraft components for maximum fidelity. Pilots can conveniently fly into Orlando International Airport for training sessions.
The nearest major airport is Orlando International Airport (MCO). Pilots travelling for training can fly into this airport for convenient access to the training facility.
SIMCOM Aviation Training, a subsidiary of CAE, is a leading provider of aviation training solutions specializing in business and general aviation aircraft. Celebrating 35 years in the industry, SIMCOM is committed to delivering training solutions that allow customers to become safer, more proficient pilots through comprehensive simulator-based instruction.
Operating from four training centers with locations in Orlando, Florida and Scottsdale, Arizona, SIMCOM maintains a fleet of more than 40 full flight simulators covering jet, turboprop, and piston aircraft types. The company's simulators are constructed using actual aircraft and avionics components to ensure maximum realism and are certified by the FAA as well as aviation authorities from several other countries.
SIMCOM serves as a Factory Authorized Training Partner for multiple aircraft manufacturers including Pilatus PC-12 series, Daher TBM series, Mitsubishi MU-2 series, Piper M-series, and Eclipse aircraft. The company conducts over 6,000 annual training events for customers from more than 80 countries, supported by a team of over 100 professional flight instructors.
Training programs include initial type ratings, recurrent training, single-pilot approvals, and specialty courses such as upset recovery training, crew resource management, high altitude endorsement, and avionics training. SIMCOM emphasizes small class sizes and a positive learning environment where instructors can focus on individual pilot needs.