Aircraft simulator DA series

motionflightFNPT II

Overview
The ELITE Diamond DA40/DA42 simulator is a high-fidelity, convertible flight training device designed for comprehensive SEP (DA40) and MEP (DA42) piston aircraft training. It combines modular cockpit configurations, realistic avionics replication and optional 6-DOF motion to provide immersive training for flight schools, training centres and private operators.

Core Concept: Convertible Training Platform
The system switches between DA40 and DA42 configurations quickly to support both single- and multi-engine syllabi on the same hardware.

• Modular cockpit configuration switchable within minutes.
• Replicated avionics closely matching real aircraft systems (Garmin G1000 / G1000 NXi options).
• Support for dual-pilot operations, suitable for instructor/student training.
• Compact footprint and door-friendly installation design for simplified deployment.

6-DOF Motion System
Optional 6 Degrees of Freedom motion platform reproduces pitch, roll, yaw, heave, sway and surge to provide vestibular and kinesthetic cues that enhance spatial orientation and control feel during manoeuvres and transitions.

Certification & Training Scope
The simulator is available in certified variants to match training and logging requirements.

• FAA-certified AATD (Advanced Aviation Training Device) — suitable for logging permitted training hours.
• Optional FNPT II / S823 FNPT II configuration — compliant with EASA standards for procedural and instrument training.

Supported training disciplines include:

• Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) preparation
• Single- and multi-engine instrument training
• Cross-country and procedural practice
• Emergency and abnormal scenario training

Avionics & Realism
The system offers a replica Garmin G1000 / G1000 NXi avionics suite option and enhanced control loading to reproduce stick and pedal feedback. Visual systems scale from single-screen setups to wide-angle curved projection for increased immersion.

Deployment & Use Cases
Designed for flight schools, universities, institutional training centres and private operators, the ELITE DA40/DA42 simulator supports both cost-effective initial instruction and advanced scenario practice with full-motion options and convertible design.

Technical specifications

• Convertible between DA40 and DA42 configurations
• Supports SEP (DA40) and MEP (DA42) training
• Modular cockpit configuration, switchable within minutes
• Replica Garmin G1000 / G1000 NXi avionics suite (option)
• Support for dual-pilot (instructor/student) operations
• Door-friendly, compact installation footprint
• Optional 6-DOF motion platform: pitch, roll, yaw, heave, sway, surge
• Certification variants: FAA AATD; optional FNPT II / S823 FNPT II (EASA)
• Training scope: PPL/CPL prep, single/multi-engine instrument training, cross-country, emergency/abnormal scenarios
• Visual systems configurable from single screen to wide-angle curved projection
• Enhanced control loading systems to mimic stick and pedal feel