Cargolux Invests in Firefighting Flight Simulator

Entrol has just sold a Level 2 FTD Air Tractor AT802 Fire Boss simulator to Cargolux Airlines International S.A.. This simulator, expected to be delivered in December 2025, will play a key role in training the pilots of Aquarius Aerial Firefighting, Cargolux’s subsidiary specialized in aerial firefighting operations.

The Air Tractor AT802F FTD Level 2 simulator offers an immersive and accurate training experience, with a fully replicated cockpit and a cylindrical visual system. Its primary purpose is to enhance pilots’ skills and knowledge in critical firefighting operations, where specialized training is crucial for safety and operational success.

The simulator includes an ENVISION database with high-resolution scenarios for Spain and Germany, including high-definition areas selected by Aquarius. The simulator incorporates a vibration system, providing a more realistic training experience for turbulence, landing impact, and stall buffet. The combination of advanced simulation and Entrol Mission, the proprietary Entrol mission simulation module focused on firefighting, enables training in realistic conditions without putting pilots at risk thus improving operational effectiveness and emergency response capabilities.

For Aquarius AFF, this Air Tractor AT802 Fire Boss simulator marks a significant milestone in training capability in-house, compounding their commitment to rigorous pilot training. .

Juanjo Lechosa, Business Manager at Entrol, commented: "This simulator will mark an important addition to the Cargolux Flight Training Center. Not only will it enhance their capacity to train the growing community of dedicated aerial firefighting pilots, it will also improve the safety and efficiency of Aquarius AFF’s operations.”