TRU Simulation delivers Beechcraft T-6C Operational Flight Trainer to Tunisian Air Force Page 1

TRU Simulation + Training Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, recently announced delivery of the Beechcraft T-6C Texan II Operational Flight Trainer (OFT) to the Tunisian Air Force. Additional items delivered with the OFT include an eight-workstation Computer Based Training (CBT) Lab, two Avionics Desktop Trainings (ADTs) and field services. The OFT will be the first device of its kind in the region and will support flight training needs at Sfax Air Base in Sfax, Tunisia.

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TRU Simulation delivers Beechcraft T-6C Operational Flight Trainer to Tunisian Air Force Photo: TRU Simulation + Training Inc.

TRU Simulation, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation Defense LLC, the manufacturer of the Beechcraft T-6C, designs, manufactures and markets highly accurate training devices and full-motion simulators for civil and defense customers.

“As the first TRU-built Beechcraft T-6C OFT in the region, this marks a significant milestone in TRU Simulation’s commitment to advancing aviation training technology globally. Our team’s dedication and expertise have been instrumental in achieving this milestone, and I am extremely proud of their hard work and commitment to excellence,” said Jerry Messaris, vice president and general manager of TRU Simulation. “It is a privilege to commemorate the unit’s integration into the Tunisian Air Force.”

The Beechcraft T-6C OFT provides pilots with procedural and instrument flight training in multiple scenarios and operations. The aircraft’s features include a realistic cockpit with real aircraft hardware, a visual system with a 70-degree vertical field of view by 270-degree horizontal field of view, and a dynamic seat with onset and disturbance queues. The OFT will be used to train pilots and maintenance professionals following delivery of all eight Beechcraft T-6C Texan II aircraft to the Tunisian Air Force.

About TRU Simulation

TRU Simulation + Training Inc., a subsidiary of Textron Aviation Inc., is a leading provider of high-fidelity training devices and full-motion simulators for the aviation industry. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, TRU Simulation has been at the forefront of flight simulation technology for more than a decade. Our custom simulator solutions enable pilots to confidently navigate the skies, while our advanced technology ensures safe and realistic training experiences. For more information, visit www.TRUSimulation.com.