Sharjah, UAE – The Sharjah International Airport has recently purchased a new 2D simulator, the best in the industry from Micronav, a company based in the UK. This move comes as a part of the airport’s consistent commitment to routinely upgrade skills and services in all its departments with the top resources available in the aviation industry.
The simulator will be used at the civil aviation training offices to provide refresher courses as we as emergency continuation training for the Air Traffic Controllers. This division of training is an annual requirement to be carried out by Air Traffic Control officers. With regular training available and the best in training facilities, the Air Traffic Control officers at the Sharjah Airport Authority maintain high standards of service and safety.
The MicroNav ATC Tower simulator integrates the best tower simulation software with the latest image generators, visualization software and display systems making it one of the most enhanced 2D simulators in existence. The ATC Tower simulation systems are used for multiple areas of training ranging from tower and ground operations, civil and military specializations, tower and radar control and much more.
Mr. Abdulwahab M. Al Roomi, Department Director of Civil Aviation said “The Sharjah Airport Authority has always maintained the highest standards in safety and service with efficient operational systems. The new ATC simulator is a part of the constant facilities and training upgrade the airport invests in. Passengers flying through the Sharjah International Airport have seen through the years a high standard of safety and service and the Sharjah Civil aviation aims to continue meeting its passengers’ expectations.”
The Operations Director for the Sharjah Civil Aviation, Mr. Ahmed Bukalla added “The safety of all passengers and staff is the primary concern at the airport. The purchase of the air traffic simulator will enhance the standards and service of our staff and air traffic controllers to meet worldwide aviation standards in all our facilities and departments.
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Located in the midst of the thriving and bustling Sharjah city famed for its culture, heritage and numerous tourist attractions, Sharjah International Airport (SIA) is becoming one of the fastest growing airports in the region.
Established in 1932, the airport is currently the Middle East’s leading transport gateway due to its unique geographical position linking the East and West. Ideally placed in the heart of the UAE between Sharjah’s seaports on the Indian Ocean and Arabian Gulf, the airport offers fast and efficient cargo links throughout the country.
To cope with the dramatic increase in traffic, Sharjah International Airport has embarked on a four-fold expansion project scheduled for completion in early 2007. The expansion will herald a new and exciting era for the SIA, always intent on providing the very best services and facilities for passengers and visitors as well as establishing Sharjah’s position as a premier travel and business hub within the region.
