European Airline Training Symposium (EATS), Berlin —November 1, 2017— TRU Simulation + Training, a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today that it has signed a contract with Qantas Airways, the flag carrier of Australia and its largest airline by fleet size, for a Boeing 737NG Full Flight Simulator (FFS) to be delivered to the Qantas Flight Training Center in Sydney, Australia. This marks the first time TRU will provide a simulator to Qantas, which is expected to be delivered in the second quarter of 2018.
“Once again, TRU has been recognized for its valuable, first-hand experience on the 737 platform gained previously through supplying high-fidelity and innovative flight simulation equipment to the aircraft OEM,” said George Karam, Vice President and General Manager of TRU’s Air Transport Simulation Division.
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TRU Simulation + Training Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, delivers innovative, total aviation training solutions to the commercial and military markets while providing superior technical support and customer service. Headquartered in Goose Creek, S.C., the company is known for its high-fidelity training devices, pilot and maintenance training, military mission training, and aviation training services and support. More information is available at www.TRUSimulation.com.
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Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, Textron Off Road, Arctic Cat, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training. For more information, visit: www.textron.com
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