LOGAN – New state-of-the-art flight and air traffic control simulators for the Utah State University aviation technology program will provide students with hands-on learning experience, aiming for safer pilots and safer skies.
The two 737 jet simulators feature a 220-degree wraparound screen and function like a real aircraft, allowing students to practice various flight scenarios in a safe environment.
An air traffic control simulator across the hall immerses students in real-world conditions with moving aircraft visuals and realistic radio chatter, helping them understand the other side of flight operations.
The new simulators have doubled the training capacity for the jet training program, allowing year-round instruction. Enrollment in the air traffic control minor has grown from 36 to over 100 students since its launch last year.
This investment in airline-grade equipment and immersion training experiences is intended to prepare students for high-paying, high-demand careers, making USU’s aviation program among the best in the country.