Weekly Premium Pick | Issue 9: Focused on Flight Simulation, Driving the Future of Aviation with Simulation Technology——Shanghai CnTech Co., Ltd.

In the field of aviation training and simulation technology, a Chinese company is steadily entering the global spotlight through solid technical accumulation and continuous product innovation—this is Shanghai CnTech Co., Ltd. Since its founding in 2007, CnTech has remained dedicated to the R&D and manufacturing of flight-simulation systems, striving to become the preferred choice for aviation training, scientific education, and engineering simulation worldwide.

一、About Shanghai CnTech Co., Ltd.

Shanghai CnTech Co., Ltd. is a national high-tech enterprise that integrates R&D, production, sales, and service. Headquartered in Shanghai, the company has a professional engineering team of more than 70 staff and a 3,000 m² self-owned manufacturing plant, possessing full capabilities from design and manufacturing to system integration.

Under the philosophy “Simulating Inspires Innovation,” its proprietary brand CNFSimulator® has launched more than 20 series of simulators covering civil aviation, general aviation, education, and scientific research; products are sold worldwide and supported by a global service network.

二、Five Product Lines 

Covering Full-Scenario Simulation Needs

Centered on core flight-simulation competencies, CnTech has built a comprehensive product matrix that meets every need—from professional pilot training to public aviation education:

1.Certified Simulators

Products comply with CAAC, FAA, EASA, and other major airworthiness standards, including FTD Level 5, FNPT II MCC, and AATD. Representative products:

CNFSimulator.FTD.A32: 

Airbus A320 flight-training device, based on OEM data pack, equipped with 180° spherical visual system and high-fidelity cockpit.

CNFSimulator.FTD.C17: 

Cessna 172 Level-5 flight-training device, integrated G1000 avionics simulation, supporting PBN procedure training.

CNFSimulator.G-AATD: 

General advanced aviation training device, multi-type switchable, balancing high training effectiveness with low maintenance cost.

2. Advanced Simulation Systems

For research institutes, airframe manufacturers, and special-mission units, CnTech provides high-fidelity, customizable engineering-simulation platforms—for example:

CNFSimulator.C91IPT: 

C919 professional engineering simulator, supporting touch-screen interaction and modular expansion for design validation and operational research.

CNFSimulator.A32PRO: 

Airbus A320 professional training platform with Level-4+ training capability and open hardware/software interfaces for secondary development.

3. Educational & Science-Popularization Simulators

Aimed at youth aviation education, STEAM programs, and science-museum interaction, the company offers highly realistic, easy-to-operate, and safe educational products:

CNFSimulator.C91EDU: 

Science-popularization experience platform developed from real C919 data, 1:1 cockpit replica with guided learning system.

CNFSimulator.TowerEDU: 

Tower control training simulator supporting multi-aircraft networked coordination for air-traffic-management instruction.

4. Simulation Components & DIY Kits

For enthusiasts, training organizations, and researchers, modular components enable self-build and function extension:

- Visual display systems (dome, curved, LED, etc.)

- Electric control-loading systems

- Motion platforms

- Civil-aviation cockpit parts (A320, B737 panels, etc.)

5. Virtual Simulation & VR Training Systems

Integrating virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and human-factors engineering, the next-generation immersive training products include:

VSIM3D.VMT.VRsim: 

VR flight-training system supporting multi-type, multi-mission virtual training.

VSIM3D.VMT.A32VR: 

A320 walk-around VR training platform based on high-precision 3-D models, improving inspection-procedure efficiency.

VSIM3D.ERGON: 

Visual & operational human-factors evaluation system supporting physiological-data fusion analysis and task-state visualization.

三、Core Strengths: Technology as the Foundation, Service as the Wings

✅ Full-Cycle Independent R&D

CnTech possesses end-to-end R&D from flight-dynamics modeling, avionics simulation, and visual-scene generation to hardware integration. Key systems such as electric control-loading and visual-display platforms are self-designed and manufactured, ensuring compatibility and upgrade control.

✅ Rigorous Quality & Delivery System

The company follows ISO 9001 quality standards, implementing full-process control from requirement analysis, design review, production testing to on-site acceptance. With its own plant and supply chain, rapid response and flexible delivery are achieved.

✅ Product + Service + Training” One-Stop Support

Besides standardized products, CnTech tailors total solutions, offering full-life-cycle services from site planning, equipment installation, personnel training to remote O&M—realizing true “turnkey” projects.

✅ Continuous Technology Iteration & Ecosystem Building

Hardware and software are upgraded in parallel; systems support remote maintenance and function expansion. Through open-source components and open interfaces, users are encouraged to participate in secondary development, fostering a win-win tech ecosystem.

四、A Chinese Simulation Brand Going Global

Today CNFSimulator® has entered Asia, Europe, North America, and other overseas markets, serving airlines, flight academies, research institutes, and science-popularization bases—becoming a technical calling card for Chinese aviation simulation. The company provides not only equipment but also strives to cut training costs, improve training efficiency, and advance aviation-science literacy through simulation, enabling more people to access flight, understand aviation, and join the aerospace endeavor.

Simulation is not only an imitation of reality but also a rehearsal for the future. Centered on simulation, CnTech keeps exploring the frontiers of aviation training and engineering technology, supplying solid technical support for aviation-talent cultivation and industry development in China and beyond. Under the megatrends of smart aviation and digital training, CnTech, with down-to-earth craftsmanship and an open innovation stance, is steadily writing an international chapter for Chinese simulation equipment.