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• Meg Godlewski
One-G Simulation has delivered a Swiss 12 training device to Ontario-based regional carrier Air Bravo, expanding the simulator provider’s presence into Canada. The on-site device gives the airline access to PC-12 training without relying solely on external facilities.
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