Resources
Plain-English guides for Part 142 training centers
Evergreen explainers for the rules, decisions, and operations questions that actually come up in a training center. No SEO-bait listicles, no generic SaaS content — written by people who've sat through an FAA visit.
How to Choose Part 142 Operations Software (Without Wasting 6 Months)
Generic SaaS doesn't model NSP cycles or simulator qualification levels. Here's a buyer's checklist for evaluating Part 142 operations software — what to demand, what to skip, how to test it.
What Is the National Simulator Program (NSP)? A Practical Guide for Training Centers
The NSP is the FAA office that qualifies flight simulators. Here's what evaluations actually involve, what triggers one, what failure looks like, and how to stay on top of the cycle.
FAA Part 142 vs Part 141: A Plain-English Guide for Simulator Training Centers
Part 141 trains pilots; Part 142 trains type-rated airline crews on simulators under FAA-approved curricula. Plain-English guide to who's covered, what's required, and how it shapes operations.