PC-9 Cockpit Procedural Trainer
3D model and actual Light Intensifier simulation for ASLAV
Night vision simulation for ASLAV
Overhauled projection tube

simulation - display hardware

Thomas Electronics of Australia has extensive experience in the development and supply of custom display solutions for the simulation industry.

Firstly, Thomas can develop facsimiles of original flight displays, thus offering:

  • reduced initial cost from using full flight-approved units from the avionic OEM
  • ability to drive direct from VGA inputs without the need for converters
  • reduced total-life costs through the use of standard, common components.

Such systems are used in the PC-9 Cockpit Procedural Trainer developed by BAE Systems for the RAAF and in the RAN's Seahawk and Seasprite simulators.

Secondly, the company can develop displays, including optics, to simulate sensors that may not normally be available in a simulation environment. Examples of these have been used by Thales in their ASLAV (Australian Light Armoured Vehicle) simulator include Daysights, Unity Windows and Image Intensifiers.

Finally, Thomas can overhaul projection tubes used in many simulator visual displays systems. In some cases support can be maintained for tubes no longer supported but the OEM.

DescriptionPertinent information

Thomas Electronics is a supplier of specialist display systems for the aerospace and defence industries. The company can also engineer solutions to specific customer requirements.

The repair of cockpit display units has been a focus for Thomas for 15 years and has achieved Australian DoD Recognised Supplier, Approved Repairer Status, ISO9001 and FAA approvals.

Defence platforms currently supported include:

  • F111
  • F/A-18 Hornet
  • PC-9 trainer
  • Seahawk helicopter S70B2
  • Collins class submarine
  • Anzac class frigate
  • ASLAV simulator
  • Minehunter Coastal (MHC)
  • FFG class frigate

Thomas has the following quality approvals:

  • Defence Recognised Supplier (DRS)
  • Authorised Maintenance Organisation (AMO)
  • FAA-approved repair station FAR145
  • CASA Certificate of Approval
  • EASA/JAA Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) Pending

Status

Company

Many successful custom projects have been completed for customers including:

  • Thales
  • CSC Electronics of Australia
  • BAE Systems
  • Tenix Defence Systems
  • ADI
  • Raytheon
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