Aviation Performance Solutions

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Aviation Performance Solutions
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TypeAviation school
Established2005
PresidentPaul Weston Ransbury
Websitehttp://apstraining.com/

Aviation Performance Solutions is an aviation training company based in Mesa, Arizona. APS trains and instructs pilots of all experience levels in Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT).[1][2]

History[edit]

In 2005, APS was founded, with a specific focus on advancing Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) for all pilots. APS team members participated in shaping global UPRT recommendations by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in 2014.[3][4][5][6]

APS's strategic partners include CAE, Inc. (and its military division CAE USA),[7] Swiss Re,[8] USAIG.[9]

Programs and courses[edit]

According to Flying magazine, "APS provides training on Loss of Control In-flight (LOC-I), as well as recovery concepts and techniques".[10][11][12]

Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT)[edit]

APS is known for their approach to UPRT that includes the combination of computer-based, on-aircraft, and full-flight simulator training platforms, which reduce the risk of Loss of Control In-flight (LOC-I) through flight training.[13] Their live on-aircraft training platforms include the Marchetti S211 piston Extra 300L.[14]

Locations[edit]

APS is headquartered at the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) in Mesa, Arizona.[15] In 2012, APS Europe was established, based in the Breda International Airport in the Netherlands.[16] In 2013, APS opened a facility in Arlington, Texas in the Arlington Municipal Airport.[17] APS Texas training services include the integration of simulators located at the CAE Dallas training center, which is in the Fort Worth International Airport.[18]

In early 2017, APS opened its first military UPRT location in Dothan, Alabama in partnership with CAE USA.[19]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Paul Ransbury, Aviation Performance Solutions. "About Aviation Performance Solutions". APS. Aviation Performance Solutions.
  2. ^ Fredericks, Carey (20 March 2012). "CAE and APS announce new web-based training tool". Wings Magazine. Retrieved 21 November 2020.
  3. ^ Aviation Organization, International Civil. "Upset Prevention and Recovery Training Provisions". www.icao.int. International Civil Aviation Organization. Retrieved 25 July 2017.
  4. ^ GB, NSB. "National Simulator Program FSTD Qualification Guidance Bulletin" (PDF). Federal Aviation Administration. U.S. Department of Transportation. Retrieved 23 July 2017.
  5. ^ Croft, John (April 22, 2015). "AFA – Delta To Boost Loss-Of-Control Prevention With New Instructor Training". Aviation Daily. Aviation Week Network. Retrieved 23 July 2017.
  6. ^ Adams, Rick (June 16, 2017). "Upset Prevention Training Offers Huge Safety Gains". Aviation International News. Retrieved 24 July 2017.
  7. ^ Epstein, Curt (October 29, 2016). "APS To Teach Army Upset Training". Aviation International News. AIN Online. Retrieved 24 July 2017.
  8. ^ Weisberger, Harry (May 26, 2015). "Insurers Reward Loss-of-control Recovery Training". Aviation International News. Business Aviation. Retrieved 24 July 2017.
  9. ^ Brogan, John T. "Relationships – USAIG". United States Aircraft Insurance Group. Greteman Group and RCM Technologies. Archived from the original on 2017-08-04. Retrieved 2017-07-26.
  10. ^ Mark, Rob. "APS Launches UPRT Online for COVID-Impacted Pilots". Flying. Retrieved 21 November 2020.
  11. ^ Thurber, Matt (May 7, 2017). "APS Expands Upset Training for Airbus Pilots". Aviation International News. AIN Air Transport.
  12. ^ Mark, Rob (June 5, 2018). "APS Creates Critical Issues Addendum to NTSB LOC-I Roundtable". Flying. Retrieved June 18, 2018.
  13. ^ Thurber, Matt (February 7, 2017). "Getting the Stomach for Upsets" (PDF). Aviation International News. AIN Special Report. Retrieved 24 July 2017.
  14. ^ Thurber, Matt (November 1, 2017). "APS Offers High-altitude Upset Training in S211". Aviation International News. Retrieved June 18, 2018.
  15. ^ Trautvetter, Chad. "APS Breaks Ground on New Mesa HQ Complex". Aviation International News. Retrieved 21 November 2020.
  16. ^ Europe, APS. "Welcome to APS Europe, The Netherlands". TTC Seppe. TTC Seppe. Retrieved 23 July 2017.
  17. ^ Bergqvist, Pia (November 1, 2012). "CAE and APS Partner on Dallas Training Facility". Flying Magazine. Retrieved 24 July 2017.
  18. ^ "CAE DALLAS/FORT WORTH TRAINING CENTRE". 3 July 2017. Archived from the original on 2017-07-03. Retrieved 21 November 2020.
  19. ^ Marsh, Alton K. (15 September 2016). "Upset recovery company to do Army training". www.aopa.org. Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. Retrieved 23 July 2017.

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