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- Services | UFA - Air Traffic Control Training | Air Traffic Control Simulator
Services Our Services UFA provides customizable solutions for air traffic control, airside driver, and pilot training. From beginning students to professionals, from high fidelity standalone systems to easy to use remote learning tools, UFA has products for every stage of the training cycle. Air Traffic Control Training Solutions Turnkey systems that support the complete ATC training cycle, from student controllers learning the basics to experienced controllers working in dense, complex environments. LEARN MORE Airport Training Solutions Highly interactive scenarios with realistic aircraft and vehicle dynamics offer a safe, reliable and effective training environment for airfield drivers of all experience levels. LEARN MORE Pilot Training Solutions Phraseology training for pilots of all levels as well as an automated, realistic and contextually correct ATC environment for cockpit sims. LEARN MORE Mobile and Remote Training Solutions Solutions giving students and instructors access to training tools outside of the traditional classroom setting. These systems can be used for individual self-paced training or in a group setting where the student, instructor and support are working together from different locations. LEARN MORE Military ATC Training Solutions Specialized ATC training platforms for our Military partners around the world. LEARN MORE
- Pilot Training Solutions | UFA - Air Traffic Control Simulation
Services / Pilot Training Solutions Pilot Training Solutions UFA’s ATSpeak uses cutting edge voice recognition technology to train pilots of all levels on proper phraseology, while ATWorld provides an automated, realistic and contextually correct ATC environment for cockpit simulators. Interact with virtual Ground, Tower, and Approach Controllers through integrated voice recognition and response.
- About | UFA - Air Traffic Control Training | Air Traffic Control Simulator
About ATCSim ATCSim Innovation Center Customers About UFA UFA serves the Air Traffic Management industry with comprehensive simulation systems widely used for controller and pilot training, airport planning, airside driver training, ATM research and testing of operational systems. Our Tower simulator, Radar simulator, and other ATC simulation products are used by the world’s leading Air Navigation Service Providers, Military Organizations and Universities. Remote training provides flexible, personal solutions for the ever-changing learning environment. UFA has been providing Air Traffic Control simulation technology for over 40 years. The company has its headquarters in Burlington, MA, in Boston’s technology corridor. UFA also maintains a facility outside of Washington, DC to support its FAA and US military customers. ATCSim GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of UFA, has offices in Mainz and Kaufbeuren, Germany and provides local support for UFA’s European clients. Offices in Canada and Singapore were recently opened to provide support to our growing network of global customers. UFA boasts a staff with extensive ATC and aviation experience as Controllers, Technicians, Trainers, Engineers, and Pilots. All of UFA’s employees are focused on delivering and supporting the premier ATC simulation and Voice Recognition technology to customers around the world. UFA is a ISO 9001:2015 Certified Company. Core Competencies All aspects of customer support and training Development of complex software architectures Algorithm development—including aircraft modeling and navigation Modeling of complex systems—including surveillance, weather, and flight data systems High performance 3D modeling and visualization Software interface engineering Audio/speech processing Benefits for Customers Worldwide user base for our Tower and Radar simulators Concept and requirements development through prototyping Test Tool throughout the ATM system development lifecycle Embedded performance verification of fielded operational systems Training of new Controllers through their certification Familiarization, refresher and emergency training for experienced Controllers Combined Controller/Pilot training Airspace/Airport modeling and new procedure evaluation ATM Research and Development
- ATVehicle | UFA - Air Traffic Control Training | Radar and Tower Simulator
Products / ATVehicle ™ ATVehicle ™ At A Glance UFA’s ATVehicle Airside Driving Simulator offers safe, reliable, and effective training for all types of airfield drivers. Beginning drivers can prepare for their jobs at the airport, while experienced operators can re-certify their skills using varying training scenarios. Our real-time, high fidelity-simulator allows training to be standardized, as well as driving performance evaluated, and problem areas identified for improvement. Download product brochure: UFA ATVehicle™ 1 UFA ATVehicle™ 2 Features Realistic aircraft and vehicle dynamics with highly interactive scenarios for beginner and experienced drivers Simulates several different vehicle types, including fire trucks, snowplows, security vehicles, pushback and tow trucks Inclement weather and time of day functionalities include Low Visibility Operations (LVO) Record and replay capability for detailed evaluation of training scenarios Small scale desktop setups with minimal space requirements Integrates with radio communication procedures and UFA’s ATTower simulator for joint driver-controller training Advantages Cost-effective training for difficult to replicate, high-risk emergency situations Recurring training with no risk of damage to equipment Individualized and Team training with multiple driver positions Objective measurement of skills and training progress ATView UFA’s ATView Image Generator offers high-fidelity, realistic visualization of the live working environment of vehicle operators. Pioneering 3D models of aircraft and ground vehicles together with accurate visualization of all airport structures, ground markings and signage offer an immersive and realistic training environment.
- Airport Training Solutions | UFA - Air Traffic Control Simulation
Services / Airport Training Solutions Airport Training Solutions Highly interactive scenarios with realistic aircraft and vehicle dynamics presents a safe, reliable and effective training environment for airfield drivers of all experience levels. Real-time, high fidelity simulators enable standardized training, measure driving performance, and identify problem areas for improvement.
- Privacy Policy | UFA - Air Traffic Control Simulation & Voice Recognition
Privacy Policy Your Privacy This privacy statement applies to your use of all UFA, Inc websites. By using our sites you consent to the uses mentioned. UFA, Inc recognizes that your privacy is important to you and is committed to protecting your personal information by supporting and endorsing the state and national privacy legislation. UFA, Inc undertakes that: We will only collect personal information from you with your prior knowledge and consent You can access our website home page and browse our site without disclosing personal information We will only use personal information provided by you for the purposes for which it was collected We will not disclose your personal information to a third party unless you consent or in other circumstances where such disclosure is required or authorized by law. USE OF INFORMATION Children Consistent with the Federal Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA), we will never knowingly request personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 13 without requesting parental consent. Usage tracking UFA tracks user traffic patterns throughout all of our sites. However, we do not correlate this information with data about individual users. UFA does break down overall usage statistics according to a user’s domain name, browser type, and MIME type by reading this information from the browser string (information contained in every user’s browser). UFA sometimes tracks and catalogs the search terms that users enter in our Search function, but this tracking is never associated with individual users. We use tracking information to determine which areas of our sites users like and don’t like based on traffic to those areas. We do not track what individual users read, but rather how well each page performs overall. This helps us continue to build a better service for you. Cookies We may place a text file called a “cookie” in the browser files of your computer. The cookie itself does not contain Personal Information although it will enable us to relate your use of this site to information that you have specifically and knowingly provided. But the only personal information a cookie can contain is information you supply yourself. A cookie can’t read data off your hard disk or read cookie files created by other sites. UFA uses cookies to track user traffic patterns (as described above). If you would like further information regarding this policy, please contact us at info@ufainc.com Please Note This privacy statement does not extend beyond UFA, Inc website. When linking to another site from this website, we recommend that you read the privacy statement of that site.
- ATTower | UFA - Air Traffic Control Training | Radar and Tower Simulator
Products / ATTower ® ATTower ® At A Glance UFA’s ATTower is the simulator of choice for Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP), military organizations, and universities worldwide. Meeting the objectives of basic, intermediate, and advanced ATC training programs, this high-fidelity Tower and Radar simulator is designed for both civilian and military training. With a variety of scenarios that offer several degrees of complexity, beginner trainees looking for introductory, step-by-step training can use ATTower to prepare for their jobs as controllers while experienced controllers can improve their skillset and exceed expectations. Download product brochure: UFA ATTower ® Features Authentic aircraft flight dynamics based on real-life data and weather Control aircraft using pseudo pilots, voice recognition, or both Efficient point-and-click pseudo pilot interface, customizable per exercise or user Broad-gauge exercise control options allowing for next-level manipulation of specific exercise elements such as speed, pause/play, and recording Supports a wide variety of controller tool HMIs including approach and ground radar, weather, lightning, and information panels Database creation and editing tools that empower users to personalize content Interface with operational systems including electronic flight strips, voice, communication systems, and controller displays Integration with third party flight simulators Advantages Streamlined training that includes realistic scenarios and ATTower-specific high-risk situations: Dynamic Day and Night Transition Realistic Weather Graphics Real-life Controller Binocular and Light Gun Functionality Supports the complete training cycle from ab initio to OJT Runs on COTS Hardware Single workstation to 360-degree visualization supported ATTower Remote Training and Self Learning UFA has enhanced ATTower to support training on small form-factor devices such as Microsoft Windows Surface tablets, laptop computers, and other smart devices. User interfaces have been configured to run simulations on these devices that allow for self-training. Self-training is enabled through our command pad for entering commands or through our industry-leading ATVoice voice recognition and response feature. To facilitate the management of training content, ATTower is now integrated with our ATCloud platform service that allows training scenarios to be downloaded to student devices. The use cases include: VRR Airport / airspace familiarization Basic (Clearance Delivery / Tower / Radar / PAR training) Phraseology training Non VRR Airport / airspace familiarization Basic training (Clearance Delivery / Tower / Radar training) Simulation pilot training These enhanced features for remote training and self-learning are available today on ATTower. ATView UFA’s ATView Image Generator offers high-fidelity, out-the-window visualization of the live working environment of air traffic controllers. Realistic 3D graphics of aircraft and ground vehicles, all airport structures, ground markings and signage, airport lighting, landscape, horizon, and terrain offer an immersive and realistic training environment.
- ATLIVE | UFA - Air Traffic Control Training | Radar and Tower Simulator
Products / ATLIVE ™ ATLIVE ™ At A Glance ATLIVE™ (Learn, Interact, Visualize, Experience) is a revolutionary airport and air traffic control training product that allows users to interact with dynamic airport traffic situations using multi-touch gestures and voice recognition. Unlike traditional simulators, ATLIVE is designed from the ground up for collaborative interactions – in blackboard mode for classroom use or table top mode for small team briefing, debriefing, and training. ATLIVE allows participants to easily navigate around the airport environment in 2D and 3D views and toggle airport information for reference and learning. An innovative menu feature allows users on all four sides of the display in Table Top mode to participate in the interactive session. Download product brochure: UFA ATLIVE ™ Component Flexible hardware configuration using small form factor or large multi-touch displays Motorized display stand supporting blackboard and table top orientation Additional displays for radio-communications panels, weather / information displays, and ground / air surveillance displays (optional) Features and Benefits Built on the powerful ATTower simulator allowing the full range of training capabilities to be accessed through an innovative multi-touch interface Fully voice recognition enabled Use the intuitive ATEditor application to build, preview, and maintain training content Re-use of ATTower visual databases, moving models, and exercises Interoperates with UFA’s ATTower and ATVehicle simulation products Use ATTower trainee recordings for session debriefing Use Cases Instructor briefing prior to a training session Instructor debriefing with recordings of a training session Training session using touch-enabled commands or voice recognition Integrated with ATTower or ATVehicle, use as an in-session overview capability Table top orientation ideal for small team viewing and interaction Available to US Government customers
- Mobile & Remote Training Solutions | UFA - Air Traffic Control Simulation
Services / Mobile and Remote Mobile and Remote Training Solutions Mobile solutions to allow students and instructors access to training tools outside of the traditional classroom setting. Each training product provides intuitive content development platforms to create custom training scenarios for self-paced or group remote learning.
- ATCoach | UFA - Air Traffic Control Training | Air Traffic Control Simulator
ATCoach ® Products / ATCoach ® Embedded ATC Radar Simulator Standalone ATC Radar Simulator Precision Approach Radar Simulator (PAR) Mobile Radar Simulator More ATCoach ® At A Glance UFA’s ATCoach Radar simulator is the simulator of choice for leading Air Navigation Service Providers such as the FAA, DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung, and NAV CANADA, as well as military organizations and universities around the world. The ATCoach family of products excels in flexibility, supporting both En Route and Terminal traffic, and offers a wide range of configuration options, from high-fidelity fixed systems to tablets in a cloud-based environment. ATCoach’s sophisticated training options meet all objectives of basic, intermediate, and advanced ATC training programs. With a variety of scenarios that offer several degrees of complexity, beginner trainees looking for introductory, step-by-step training can use ATCoach to prepare for their jobs as controllers while experienced controllers can improve their skillset and exceed expectations. Our systems are easily customizable, allowing users to personalize the environment and display to meet training requirements or achieve personal training goals. Download product brochure: UFA ATCoach ® 1 UFA ATCoach ® 2 Advantages Comprehensive radar training Robust research and development platform Testing data generator Innovative prototyping Exercise Preparation UFA’s ATPrepare, integrated within ATCoach, provides a toolset that supports the development, modification, and preview of simulation exercises. Through its graphical interface, ATPrepare intuitively guides and aids the user through airspace and exercise creation and modification. ATPrepare supports CPDLC, flight track timing modification through point-and-click inputs, and full exercise preview and simulation utilizing UFA’s Pseudo Pilot Displays. Embedded ATC Radar Simulator At a Glance This ATCoach product offers innovative simulation technology by merging simulated target generation with operational ATC automation systems. Using the core ATCoach simulation engine, this system generates real-time surveillance sensor messages and provides or responds to flight data messages. The data is then processed by the operational ATC automation systems as if it originated from operational sensors and flight data processors, demonstrating this product’s versatile and complex performance capabilities. In addition to full fidelity hardware- and software-in-the-loop training, the product also provides an extensive embedded automation system test capability. This service can be used during all automation system life cycle phases from system development to acceptance, verification, and certification, and from daily readiness testing to return-to-service testing at field operational sites. Features Radar Data Generation Radar Data Generation supports the modeling of radar observations in conjunction with the modeled aircraft in the exercise. Based on the characteristics of the radar defined during exercise preparation, the function models the observation of the simulated targets and weather, formats the data, and transmits the radar messages. ATCoach supports a wide variety of messaging formats, including ASTERIX Data Categories 0, 1, 2 and 8; Mode S Data Categories 34 and 48; and ADS-B Data Category 21. Support for additional ASTERIX data categories is available. Flight Plan Data Generation The Flight Plan Data Generation capability is responsible for supporting Flight Plan message exchanges with the Automation System. It acts as outside air traffic control facilities that exchange ATS and OLDI messages with the Automation System. A detailed review of the messaging supported by the Operational System is needed to determine if ATCoach supports the messages and logic required. If not, our adaptable systems can easily be adjusted to support system specific requirements. Simulation Interface Unit For a fully immersive experience that includes changing weather patterns, our customers can look to the Weather Data Generation function. This capability formats and transmits text weather messages based on the current weather conditions. ATCoach currently supports the generation of automatic METAR messages and a general text message capability, providing multiple methods of communication to suit the user. Customers Served FAA STARS Program FAA ERAM Program Lockheed Martin Transportation and Security Systems’ Skyline Program: Installations include Kazakhstan, New Zealand, Korea, and Albania. DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung Embedded ATC Radar Simulator Standalone ATC Radar Simulator At a Glance UFA’s ATCoach Standalone Radar System provides a cost-effective, turnkey ATC radar simulation solution. Available on both Linux and Windows, configurations may range from a desktop training system, to a tablet-based system run from the cloud, to a full fidelity console-based simulation environment. The product replicates several FAA ATC automation systems as well as internationally-used automation systems. Each ATCoach system includes user-friendly exercise development tools, ATPilot, a powerful graphical pseudo pilot capability, and ATSetup, a Supervisor application to select, configure and control simulation exercises. ATCoach can also be fully voice-recognition enabled using UFA’s industry-leading ATVoice software. Features Single and multisector simulation Flight strip customization and printing Electronic flight strips Information and weather displays Broad-gauge surveillance data Integrated voice communications Large system configurations Voice recognition and response Advanced pseudo piloting features Extensive instructor controls ATPrepare ATPrepare, integrated within ATCoach, provides a toolset that supports the development, modification, and preview of simulation exercises. Through its graphical interface, ATPrepare intuitively guides and aids the user through airspace and exercise creation and modification. ATPrepare supports CPDLC, flight track modification through point-and-click inputs, and full exercise preview and simulation utilizing UFA’s Pseudo Pilot Displays. Standalone ATC Radar Simulator Precision Approach Radar Simulator (PAR) At a Glance The ATCoach® Precision Approach Radar Simulator is a standalone configuration capable of emulating several military radar sets, their controller arrival, and final displays. This product empowers the user to simulate virtually any air traffic situation and manipulate events during the scenario to achieve specific training objectives. Features Realistic radar presentation for multiple radar models Surveillance approaches Precision approaches Voice recognition and response control – ATVoice® Request and Acknowledge Unit (RAU) control Instructor control station Customers Served This system is currently in use at the US Army Aviation Radar Training Schoolhouse at Fort Rucker, AL and serves as the Army’s primary means of training radar controllers in both airport surveillance radar and precision approach radar air traffic control operations. It is also installed with US Army units, with ARNG units, and with USAF units. Precision Approach Radar Simulator (PAR) Mobile Radar Simulator At a Glance “Anywhere, anytime” training is possible with UFA’s ATCoach Mobile Edition. Our custom applications make it easy for organizations to maximize their training impact by giving students access to simulation exercises outside the classroom or lab. ATCoach Mobile delivers the full-functionality of UFA’s industry-leading ATCoach product, optimized for delivery over the Internet or Enterprise Intranet. Features Upload exercises and manage software releases All the functionality and phraseology of ATCoach and ATVoice is accessible for use in exercise definitions Exercises, map, and other features can be shared and re-used with fix-based installations of ATCoach Gamification elements to encourage student participation and reward competence Configuration allows for private (intranet and private servers) or public (internet and public servers) use Optimized for tablets and other smart devices ATPortal ATPortal is the web-access system management platform for UFA’s mobile products, housing the tools needed to administer users, classes, and training exercises. Mobile Radar Simulator Products ATCoach ® Embedded ATC Radar Simulator Standalone ATC Radar Simulator Precision Approach Radar Simulator (PAR) Mobile Radar Simulator Products
- ATRadio | UFA - Air Traffic Control Training | Radar and Tower Simulator
Products / ATRadio ® ATRadio ® At A Glance ATRadio® is a software application that utilizes Voice-Over IP technology to simulate a Voice Communication System (VCS) in Air Traffic simulation environments. It is designed to model pilot and controller radio communication as well as ground based intra-facility and inter-facility communication. This product utilizes UFA’s Headset Interface Unit (HIU), Headsets and PTT, PC workstations, and LCD touch screen displays. ATRadio provides an authentic replication of the ATC communications environment while offering a wide range of functions that facilitate the best practice of ATC simulations and training. Features Radio Communication Unlimited radio channels Fixed, emergency, and programmable channels Per channel transmit/receive mode selection Per channel transmit and receive activity indicators Push-to-talk (PTT) activated transmission on single or multiple channels Retransmission Receiver switch-off while transmitting at controller position Ground Communication: Landline Manual and speed dial calling Conference calls Call queuing Call holding Automatic answer/hangup option Crash phone simulation Radio Communication: Intercom Press and talk based direct speech
- Military ATC Training Solutions | UFA - Air Traffic Control Simulation
Services / Military ATC Training Solutions Military ATC Training Solutions UFA’s ATC training platforms have been validated and are in use by our Military partners around the world. Customizable systems to comply with the unique training needs of our warfighters.