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CAE Simfinity XR Series Flight Training Device vs FlightSafety Simulation & Visual Systems
Spec comparison for two products on Aviation Souk. Both compete in Pilot Training & Simulation Systems.
Pilot Training & Simulation Systems
CAE Simfinity XR Series Flight Training Device
by CAE
A ground school and fixed-base training suite — from desktop virtual simulator to Level 6 FTD — for cockpit familiarisation, systems knowledge, and FMS and SOP proficiency.
Pilot Training & Simulation Systems
FlightSafety Simulation & Visual Systems
by FlightSafety International
Vertically integrated simulation platform — from Level D full flight simulators and the VITAL visual system to mixed reality trainers and AI-powered performance analytics.
| Cost of ownership | CAE Simfinity XR Series Flight Training Device | FlightSafety Simulation & Visual Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | — | — |
| Lead time (weeks) | ?–? | ?–? |
| Delivery | — | — |
| Install | — | — |
| GCC airports deployed | 0 | 0 |
| Certifications | 0 | 0 |
Specs
Technical specifications.
| Spec | CAE Simfinity XR Series Flight Training Device | FlightSafety Simulation & Visual Systems |
|---|---|---|
| FTD qualification — CAE 600XR | FAA Part 60 Level 6 FTD / EASA II FTD / ICAO Type 4 | — |
| Optional visual system | CAE Tropos 6000XR collimated display | — |
| VSIM platform | PC-based, full aircraft systems access, multi-student classroom control | — |
| Instructor tools | Procedure editor, classroom controller, presentation editor, scenario creator | — |
| Cockpit fidelity (600XR) | Representative flight deck surround, tactile panels, exact geometry | — |
| Simulation model | Shared with CAE 7000XR Series FFS | — |
| Simulator qualification | — | Level D (FAA 14 CFR Part 60 + EASA) |
| FTD qualification | — | FAA Level 4/5/6/7; EASA Level 1/2 |
| Visual system models | — | VITAL 1100, VITAL 1150, VITAL 1150EC |
| VITAL 1100 field of view | — | >300° horizontal × 60–70° vertical |
| VITAL 1100 aggregate resolution | — | >20 million pixels |
| VITAL 1100 projector options | — | LCoS or LED, HD to 4K, 60 or 120 Hz |
| VITAL 1150 frame rate | — | 120 Hz |
| VITAL 1150 max resolution | — | 8K capable |
| Display system | — | CrewView glass-collimating mirror, up to 300°×60° single collimator |
| Atmospheric layers (weather) | — | Up to 64,000 (MultiVis) |
| Sea state simulation | — | 13 Beaufort sea states |
| Motion system (FS1000) | — | 60-inch electric motion and control loading |
| Database standard support | — | OGC CDB, NAVAIR, EMR/AMR proprietary |
| Commercial aircraft types | — | A220, A318/319/320/321 NEO/CEO, A350, 737 MAX (and others by project) |
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