Alsim, a global flight simulator manufacturer headquartered in France, has introduced the convertible simulator AL40/42, which combines two popular Diamond aircraft, the DA40 and DA42, in one device.
Changing from the DA42 to the DA40 configuration is easy, with a swap of the dashboard and the middle console, company officials add.
The conversion kit provides two cockpit and central panels, including all aircraft system switches, Garmin avionics, as well as the specific power levers, fuel selection, and yaw trim panels. The switch of the central panel can be optional as the DA40 configuration will be compatible with the DA42’s one.
The simulator includes the Garmin G1000 NXI and GFC 700 Autopilot/Flight Director, the latest VFR-VS image generator and visual system with 210° screen, and the instructor station.
This simulator is specifically designed for private pilot, instrument rating, and commercial pilot training and is compliant with the latest aviation standards from EASA and the FAA, Alsim officials noted.
The specific Alsim simulators AL40 and AL42 will also be available with the conversion kit and can be upgraded at any time, officials add.