Training and Workforce
Eclipse finalizes training team
Eclipse Aviation (Booth No.

Eclipse Aviation (Booth No. 202) has finalized details of the training program for its new very light jet (VLJ), revealing partnerships with two pilot training companies. Flight Simulation Co. (FSC) of The Netherlands and Higher Power Aviation, Inc. (HPA) of Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, will work with Florida-based simulator manufacturer Opinicus Corp., in providing an FAA-approved training curriculum for the Eclipse 500.

According to Eclipse, FSC will provide course content and simulator center management, as well as oversee the overall program, while HPA will conduct flight training and administer the Eclipse 500 type-rating curriculum in the U.S. HPA has extensive experience training under FAR Part 125, 91, 121 and 135.