KANATA,
ON, July 19, 2024 /CNW/ - Canadian North has
officially unveiled its state-of-the-art CAE 7000XR Boeing 737NG
Full-Flight Simulator (FFS), located within its new 30,000 square
foot training facility at Edmonton
International Airport.
At a grand-opening reception on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, Canadian North's
Vice-President, Flight Operations Aaron
Speer and Chief Financial Officer Nick Purich were joined by representatives from
Edmonton International Airport,
CAE and EFC Developments. Also in attendance to celebrate the
opening of this facility were the Honourable Nate Glubish,
Alberta Minister of Technology and
Innovation, the Honourable Rick Wilson, Alberta Minister of Indigenous Relations, the
Honourable Mike Lake, P.C., M.P.,
Edmonton-Wetaskiwin, Glenn
Belozer, Deputy Mayor of Leduc County and many other key
government and industry stakeholders. Reflecting Canadian
North's 100% Inuit ownership structure, respected elder Maina
Manniapik lit a ceremonial Qulliq and provided a blessing for the
new facility.
The addition of this new flight simulator is positive news for
the Canadian aviation industry, adding essential B737NG training
capacity to meet the increased demand for pilots.This new,
cutting-edge Canadian North facility with the latest-generation
CAE-built 737NG FFS will enable pilots to earn and maintain their
proficiency in-country and ensures reliable access for pilots to
invaluable training sessions closer to home. From mastering flight
deck procedures, including emergency checklists, to performing a
variety of flying scenarios, this simulator serves as an
indispensable tool for pilots to develop and hone their skills.
The addition of a new aviation-industry training facility is
also a positive development for the diversifying economies of
Alberta and the Edmonton Region. Looking ahead, there is potential
and a vision to grow this facility further, with ample space
available for additional aviation training infrastructure.
"Our number one priority is to safely and reliably deliver
essential passenger, cargo and charter services for our customers
and communities," said Shelly De
Caria, President and CEO of Canadian North. "Our investment
in this state-of-the-art Boeing 737NG Full Flight Simulator and
training centre underscores our commitment to ensuring pilot
proficiency and safety, for the benefit of everyone we serve."
"Aviation is a collaborative and innovative industry. Welcoming
Canadian North's newest flight simulator and training facility
right here at YEG will showcase the potential and unlock
possibilities in our region," said Myron
Keehn, President & CEO, Edmonton International Airport (YEG). "We're
proud to work alongside forward-thinking organizations like
Canadian North and its partners to advance and strengthen the
aviation industry."
This new simulator is scheduled to enter service in August.
Interested parties can reserve simulator training times through
Canadian North's official website or by reaching out via email at
flightsim@canadiannorth.com.
Canadian North also operates a 'Level D' 737-300 Full-Flight
Simulator at Edmonton
International Airport.
About Canadian North
Canadian North Airlines is a 100%
Inuit-owned airline that connects people and delivers essential
goods throughout Canada's North –
safely, reliably and always with friendly and caring customer
service. Canadian North services 25 communities within the
Northwest Territories, Nunavik and
Nunavut, along with Ottawa, Montreal and Edmonton, with a versatile fleet of Boeing
737, ATR 42 and ATR 72 Freighter aircraft. Canadian North is also
the premier charter services provider for large resource sector
clients requiring dependable, efficient and economical
fly-in/fly-out air service and it operates flights across
North America and beyond for
sports teams, cruise lines, tour operators and many others.
Canadian North is wholly owned by Makivik Corporation and
Inuvialuit Development Corporation.
SOURCE Canadian North