Air Atlanta Icelandic buys Boeing 747 simulator from BA

Air Atlanta Icelandic has acquired one of BA’s Boeing 747-400 full flight simulators following the retirement of the type from the UK carrier’s fleet last year. Under a related agreement, the simulator will remain at BA’s Global Learning Academy at London Heathrow where the flag carrier’s engineering team will host, maintain and recertify it for UK and European qualifications. The simulator, which has GE Aviation and Rolls-Royce engine capability, will also be available for hire by other airlines that operate 747 aircraft. Baldvin Mar Hermannsson, CE of the Icelandic airline, says: ”With the purchase of the Boeing 747-400 simulator, Air Atlanta Icelandic is looking forward to further expanding its excellent co-operation with British Airways. The Atlanta Flight Academy (ATO) will offer Boeing 747-400 type rating as well as with other training modules for both Air Atlanta Icelandic and third-party customers.“<br/>