AERO LOCARNO acquired an ALSIM AL42 simulator

AERO LOCARNO, based in Locarno, Switzerland, has acquired an ALSIM AL42 simulator. The AL42 is an exact replica of the Diamond DA42, built using genuine aircraft parts and equipped with the latest real-world Garmin G1000 avionics suite. It also comes with the latest generation visual system, GFC 700 autopilot, and PBN/LPV capabilities.

Stefano Buratti, Chief Executive Officer at AERO LOCARNO, explains his choice: “By using such a device, we are convinced that the training standards delivered by AERO LOCARNO shall be further appreciated by the aviation market. Having them combined with the quality of ALSIM simulators will make our cadets excellent professionals and employable pilots, with unique competencies well ahead of other ATOs students.”

Nicolas Fabries, Sales Account Manager at ALSIM, adds: “We are extremely pleased to welcome AERO LOCARNO to the ALSIM family. We would like to thank Stefano and the team for their confidence, and we are very much looking forward to engaging in this collaboration, with the installation of the first AL42 simulator in Switzerland".

AERO LOCARNO SA is a Swiss Approved-Training-Organization (ATO). Under new management, in the last four years, the training capacity has more than doubled on a yearly basis. Employing mainly professional pilots as instructors, the school developed a training method close to airline training techniques, preparing students for their flying career from the very first flying hour. Our ATO is committed to excellence. We do not compromise on safety with training and produce students with knowledge and skills above the normal Civil Aviation Safety Authority requirements. Aero Locarno is a member of “The Airline Pilot Club” (APC).