Training

Pilot and Maintenance Training

As a company who provides groundbreaking and innovative solutions, UA recognizes the importance of providing state-of-the-art training and is committed to ensuring it provides measurable results that enhance safety and efficiency. UA offers a premiere on-demand online training option in addition to Instructor-Led Training (ILT) in a formal classroom setting at our facility in Tucson, Arizona USA. Arrangements may also be made for on-site training of any available standard course.

UA Academy

The UA Academy online learning center delivers premiere training on-demand. Enjoy instant access to engaging courses on UA products with the added ability to choose specific topics of interest. Interactive practices are mixed with short, instructional videos and offer you the flexibility you need, while saving you time and money. Log-in today to access the latest courseware designed by UA aviation professionals specifically for pilots, technicians, and UA Authorized Dealers and Integrators:

  • SBAS Flight Management System (FMS) Operations
  • FMS End User Maintenance
  • FMS Return to Service
  • Vertical Navigation (VNAV) Made Easy
  • InSight™ Display System Operations for Fixed Wing
  • Data Link Fundamentals

 

Instructor-Led Training Courses

UA Instructor-Led Training (ILT) for pilots, technicians, and Authorized Dealers / Integrators delivers in-depth product familiarization in a formal classroom setting at our facility in Tucson, Arizona USA. Arrangements may also be made for on-site training of any available standard course. Courses are led by our qualified and experienced UA instructors.

COVID-19 Protections: There is no higher priority than the health and well-being of our guests and employees. We continue to closely monitor COVID-19 and are following the current guidance set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and any local requirements set forth by the state/county health departments. All guests must adhere to UA’s safety plan, which includes requirements for facial masks and social distancing.

SBAS-FMS Operational

This 2-day course is designed for new operators of the Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS)-Flight Management System (FMS) and existing operators seeking a better understanding of operating their SBAS-FMS. This course augments the UA Academy course with practical exercises and hands on experience using real-world scenarios with the FMS Trainer and covers enroute and terminal operations, and approach operations.

Please contact UA to schedule. Registration is required to attend. Seating is limited. 

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InSight™ Operational

This 1-Day course is designed for new operators and existing operators seeking a better understanding of the InSight Display System. This course augments the UA Academy course with practical exercises and hands on experience using the InSight Trainer Desktop Software Program for an interactive and engaging learning experience.

Please contact UA to schedule. Registration is required to attend. Seating is limited.  

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EFI-890R/H Advanced Flight Display Operational

This 1-day course is designed for new operators and existing operators seeking a better understanding of the EFI-890R/H Advanced Flight Display. Product familiarization is supported in the classroom and hands-on practice is offered when the customer’s aircraft is available. Due to aircraft availability and configuration, length of this course may vary.

Please contact UA to schedule. Registration is required to attend. Seating is limited. 

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TAWS Operational

This 1-day course is designed for new operators and existing operators seeking a better understanding of operating the UA Terrain Awareness Warning System (TAWS).

Please contact UA to schedule. Registration is required to attend. Seating is limited. 

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Integration and Installation

UA Installation and Integration courses are designed for Authorized Dealers and Integrators. These engaging courses include a technology overview, models and specifications, system interfaces, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, scheduled maintenance, installation certification, return to service, operational overview and training. The courses may also include interactive use of equipment and training software. 

Courses are available for the following products:

  • Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS)-Flight Management System (FMS)
  • UniLink™ UL-80X Communication Management Unit (CMU)
  • InSight Display System
  • Radio Control Unit (RCU) 
  • EFI-890R/H Advanced Flight Display 
  • Cockpit Voice and Flight Data Recorders (CVR/FDR) 
  • MFD-640 Multi-Function Display 
     

Upcoming Training Dates:
Tucson, Arizona USA
SBAS-FMS (first two days) and UniLink CMU (third day, half-day session)

  • July 20-22, 2021
  • October 19-21, 2021

 
Additional dates may be available upon request. Registration is required to attend. Seating is limited. 

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End User Maintenance

UA End User Maintenance courses are designed for aircraft maintenance personnel seeking to advance their knowledge of UA products. These engaging courses cover system maintenance, troubleshooting and return to service procedures and may include interactive use of equipment and training software. 

Courses are available for the following products:

  • Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS)-Flight Management System (FMS)
  • EFI-890R/H Advanced Flight Display 
  • Radio Control Unit (RCU) 
  • Terrain Awareness Warning System (TAWS)
     

Please contact UA to schedule. Registration is required to attend. Seating is limited.

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Locations

North American Training Center

Universal Avionics Corporate Headquarters

Address:
3260 E Universal Way
Tucson, AZ 85756 USA

Phone:
Tel: +1 520 295 2300 or 800 321 5253
Fax: +1 520 295 2395

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Scheduling

For Instructor-Led Training courses, contact us for more information or to register. A registration form must be completed and returned prior to training to reserve a seat. Please make your reservation early to ensure seating availability.

For ILT courses for pilots, it is recommended that you know and understand your flight manual supplement and if possible, provide a copy during registration. 

Cancellation

In the event a cancellation is required, please contact us during normal business hours, at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled course. Cancellations made more than 48 hours in advance of the first day of training will not be charged. Cancellations made within 48 hours will be charged for the scheduled training.

 

On-site Training

Arrangements can be made for on-site training for any courses available. Please contact us for a quote.

 

Training Material

Our comprehensive training material is available for download from UniNet. Please contact us to order a hard copy.

All courses are provided in English.
Universal Avionics reserves the right to make changes to the schedule or course material, and to deny training and/or materials to Universal’s competitors, their representatives, and to citizens of a country subject to U.S. Trade Embargo.