Safety Flight achieves the first entrol simulator certification in Brazil

• ANAC grants official homologation to the flight school’s H145 FTD Level 5 device
• The milestone marks entrol’s entry into one of the world's largest helicopter markets
• Safety Flight strengthens its fleet with a second entrol device, highlighting long-term maintenance excellence

Madrid, May X, 2026 - entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, announces the official certification of an FTD Level 5 simulator by the ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil). This marks a major milestone as the first entrol device to be certified in the country, opening up new growth opportunities in one of the most prominent helicopter markets globally.

The certified device is a customized H145 FTD Level 5 operated by the prestigious Brazilian flight school Safety Flight. Installed in early 2024 and fully homologated after a process with the authorities, the simulator is specifically tailored for internal training, twin-engine transitions, and advanced IFR-H instruction. 

Tailored engineering and fleet integration

To meet the school's precise operational requirements, entrol developed a highly versatile configuration focused on maximizing training efficiency for twin-engine platforms.

A key highlight of this customized H45 unit is the incorporation of a dedicated tactile vibration system. This addition allows pilots to recognize critical aerodynamic states through physical sensation, providing an immersive and realistic environment crucial for high-complexity mission training and regulatory compliance. This addition allows pilots to recognize critical aerodynamic states through physical sensation, providing an immersive and realistic environment crucial for high-complexity mission training and regulatory compliance.

A relationship built on world-class after-sales service

This milestone strengthens a long-term partnership that began in 2020. After experiencing the reliability of their first entrol device (an EC135-based simulator) delivered in 2022, Safety Flight decided to expand their fleet with the H145, driven heavily by the manufacturer's top-tier support.

Antonio Gallucci, CEO of Safety Flight, shared a deep perspective on their journey and why they trust entrol:

"We started our professional life in 1984, when we began the basic helicopter pilot course; back then, there were only 4 schools in Brazil. Throughout this journey, after executing numerous helicopter missions in the Amazon rainforest, offshore, and executive flights, we decided to undertake our biggest flight: the transmission of accumulated knowledge. In 2020, we saw entrol on the internet and envisioned the possibility of a great leap.

After establishing a partnership with entrol, which proved to have state-of-the-art equipment, we also verified something even more important: a first-class after-sales service. For this reason, we received our second simulator, the H145. After a long process with ANAC, we received the homologation of our FTD, which allowed for even more professional training. With this equipment, we can demonstrate something we have affirmed throughout our careers: it is possible to 'humanize the methods and not robotize the pilots'."

Consolidating presence in South America

Securing this first ANAC approval confirms that entrol's technology adapts seamlessly to the strict regulatory and technical demands of the Brazilian market, paving the way for future projects in South America.

Juanjo Lechosa, Business Development Manager at entrol, highlights the commercial impact of this achievement: "The certification by ANAC is a cornerstone in our strategy for Brazil. It confirms that our technology not only meets the highest technical standards but also responds perfectly to the specific regulatory requirements of the Brazilian market. We are proud to support Safety Flight once again in their mission to provide top-tier training, backed by our commitment to long-term technical support and innovation."

About Safety Flight

Safety Flight was born in 2005 from the dream of providing accessible and high-quality training, tailored specifically for helicopter pilots. The professional journey of its founders began in 1984, a time when there were only four helicopter schools in all of Brazil. After decades of executing complex missions for air taxi companies—including operations in the Amazon rainforest, offshore oil rigs, power line inspections, government flights, and executive aviation where instrument flight is paramount for safety—they decided to undertake their biggest flight: transmitting their accumulated knowledge to the new generation of pilots. 

About entrol

Entrol is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of certified flight simulators.

Since 2005, we have been driven by passion and innovation to deliver our customers a complete solution, from initial certification to lifetime simulator maintenance.

With flight simulators certified in more than 35 countries worldwide, our mission is to develop high-quality EASA and FAA training devices to help flight schools and operators provide the best training to their pilots.

For more information, visit www.entrol.net

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