Airside Pushback™ Tow Tractor Simulator

Driving simulator benefits

Ground support simulation training allows practice of critical decision-making skills and reinforces positive decision making, situation and spacial awareness in a realistic, risk-free environment.

Practical training

Enhances initial driver training, periodic training and driver assessments allowing you to conduct practical real-world training on different terrains and for different road and atmospheric conditions.

Reduce accident rates

Our customers have significantly reduced preventable incidents as well as reduced severity of the damage.

Optimize training time

Onboard and familiarize entry-level and experienced operators in a virtual classroom setting.

Reduce equipment costs

Minimize maintenance and damage to ground handling vehicles. Training on the simulator keeps your ground crews safe and your vehicles in operation.

Improve ramp agent retention

Complete, consistent, objective feedback on performance gives drivers the skills and confidence to drive more safely and more efficiently.

Flexible delivery options

Included fixed-site installation in a building or fully mobile training unit in a trailer or truck. Trailer options available to outfit in a mobile driver training unit complete with on-site classroom and instructors.

Best-in-class simulation-based training system for ground handling crews

Our Airside-Pushback Simulator is designed for a hands-on experience to ensure proper skill development and familiarity before you operate ground handling equipment. The Airside-Pushback features towbarless and towbar push-back tractors, baggage conveyors, baggage tugs, and other ground support vehicles. We've seen that 75% of operators surveyed feel "safer/much safer" after ground support equipment simulation training.

Best-in-class simulator features	Replicates the complex task of pushing and towing aircraft Supports multiple pushback and ground handling vehicles, aircraft, and locations; includes baggage conveyors, baggage tugs, water trucks, oil tank trucks, and more Trains new operators to gain basic and advanced skills they'll need to be safe, efficient, and prepared on the job Allows experienced operators to demonstrate and hone their abilities Customized databases can replicate airport or gate layout Provides immediate assessment reports to help an instructor spot bad habits and measure performance
High fidelity visual systems	High resolution visual display system with 4K-ready LED LCD displays A sharp and visually accurate 137° field-of-view creates an immersive driving environment State-of-the-art simulation software delivers sharp visuals to enhance learning objectives Enhanced graphics engine capability enables population of more vehicles and objects per scenario
Modern, realistic design	Users can choose from a variety of predefined ground handling configurations using different combinations of pushback tractors and ground handling vehicles Force-loaded steering provides real-time feedback to augment muscle memory Student touch screen providing realistic display of vehicle gauges and controls that mimic those found in owncab vehicle selected Includes a driving seat, steering wheel, brake, 3 point seat belt, clutch and accelerator pedals to enhance realism and achieve better retention Realistic vehicle dynamics including 21 DOF vehicle model

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Replay Studio™ After-Action Review Software

Overview	Acron Aviation Replay Studio™ gives you the tools you need to perform a thorough review of the training session while gaining valuable lessons learned. The Replay Studio™ camera records every action, reaction, and nuance of a driver’s physical performance while training on the simulator. Once the session is complete the instructor can simultaneously replay video feedback of the driver, and scenario playback of the simulation to review how a student reacts physically as well as mentally to the situation.
Benefits	Video feedback of the driver, scenario playback of the simulation, vehicle state and 3D views are all synchronized for seamless replay View replay on a separate system to free up the simulator for training Change 3D view quickly by dragging with the mouse Train one student or an entire classroom by replaying the video to illustrate proper and improper driving techniques
User interface	The interface is designed to give you all the information you need to assess both the driver’s performance and vehicle’s state during a training session The SimTile panel reports ongoing scenario and driver information. Its vehicle indicators help assess handling dynamics. They continuously monitor steering-wheel position, brake, clutch, accelerator, speedometer, RPM and other variables The detailed Play-by-Play screen lists events and violations. Clicking on the event or violation takes the replay directly to that point in the simulation, enabling the instructor to quickly move from one event to the next The Sliding Rule feature gives the instructor total control of video replay. Rewind or fast forward to the exact point of interest in slow motion detail Video feedback of the driver is so tightly synchronized with the 3D scenario and simulator views that there is no skipping or lag time between the two. For example: It allows an instructor to review the driver’s scanning technique - where the driver was looking at the time of an event or violation

SkillSet™ Performance Assessment

Overview	Acron Aviation SkillSet™ software tests the driver’s response to tough situations. Through proper driving assessment and training, drivers can improve their decision-making process and become skilled at recognizing and managing risk.
Benefits	Instantly replay, review, and discuss a driver’s performance Clearly define criteria to facilitate a fair and consistent evaluation Consistent, tangible results across multiple instructors Tailor training to improve individual aptitude or group certification Instructors spend more time training and less time capturing results Group reports facilitate evaluation of individuals, relative to the group Bottom line: Improved safety training will reduce accidents and increase your ROI
Assessment measurement features	Startup and shutdown procedure Space management Turning Backing Speed management Learning management system, enabling the instructor to schedule classes, preload student data, review performance and incorporate data from other simulators

Scenario Builder™ Development Software

Overview	Create your own scenarios quickly and efficiently, with no computer programming experience needed. Acron Aviation Scenario Builder™ software allows you to customize scenarios to enhance your driver training curriculum. It’s an effective, affordable way to screen new drivers. Just click, drag, and drop. It’s that simple.
Features	Build customized scenarios in under 30 minutes Build geotypical scenarios for accident remediation, employment prescreening for new drivers and targeted training for existing drivers Easily and affordably create training content for classroom presentations Add new challenges to accommodate any experience level Control the sequence and timing of event triggering View scenarios from any angle, including top-down view for vehicle positioning Create scenarios on a separate PC and transfer the information to the simulator with a flash drive Compatible with any standard desktop or notebook PC with 3D graphics capability
Benefits	Object library - We have an extensive library of over 300 objects for you to add to your scenarios: trucks, cars, trees, pedestrians, signage, and much more. This vast selection allows you to truly customize each training session Real-world environments - Choices include suburban, freeway, rural and driving range settings. Optional environments include urban, swamp, driving track and skid pad Dynamic features - To challenge your operators, choose from: vehicle types, weather patterns, visual stimuli and events

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Airside Pushback™ Simulator