ATC ECHO-2001 Radar Simulator

Development of the ATC ECHO-2001 Radar Simulator began in October 1988 as a cooperative project with Prof. Lin Hong-Ian from Fu Jen University. After two years of research and testing, the simulator successfully launched on May 1, 1991. In addition to providing the training and testing for the radar controllers, the simulator is also used for simulation test and the assessment of Air Traffic Control procedures.

As of 2000, the ATI has planned to upgrade ATC ECHO-2001 Radar Simulator. The installation and initial operation were completed in January, 2001 and the newly updated simulator system is more flexible in meeting the needs and improving quality of training.

Aerodrome Control Tower Simulator

Drawing from the success of the ATC ECHO-2001 Radar Simulator, the ATI again collaborated with the same R&D team to develop the Aerodrome Control Tower Simulator. The development began in January 1991 and was completed in June 1992. Since its installation and operation in November 1993, the simulator has saved the government a great deal of expense.

Starting from July 2003, the ATI has upgraded the Aerodrome Control Tower Simulator. The simulator was built with new 180-degree-wide-angle 3D visual scene, and combined with artificial-intelligent driven vehicles to improve the fidelity and accuracy of the simulation training. The upgraded ATC tower simulator was operated from November 2004.

Integrated ATC Simulation Training System

After careful assessment, the ATI combined the Radar Simulator and Aerodrome Control Tower Simulator with networks and interfaces to integrate aerodrome control, approach control and area control training system.