Instructor User Guide
IOS Software Interface
IOS Software Interface
13 Oct 2017
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3. IOS Software Interface
This user centric designed IOS has a task centric interface that can adapt quickly to
the user’s intended goal, present relevant functionality and required procedures.
This IOS is used to control and monitor training sessions. It provides the instructor
with the tools to:
• Monitor and assess crew performance.
• Monitor and modify aircraft and environment properties and parameters.
• Control the simulator and exercises.
3.1 IOS Workspaces
The IOS Software Interface consists of the following IOS Workspaces:
• Control Board
o Includes all parameters relating to the ownship.
o Is the main access to ownship parameters.
o Allows values to be changed directly on a panel.
▪ For example, adjusting fuel weights.
o Includes sliding panels
▪ For example, to activate and arm malfunctions.
o Includes a common footer
▪ Providing quick access to common commands.
• Map
o Includes elements relating to the environment.
o Features 2D/3D Map viewable modes.
o Includes environment features such as storms, Navaids stations and
simulated intruders or traffic.
o Displays takeoff/approach/runway and aircraft trail and FMS route.
• Lesson Plan Profile
o Includes all elements relating to a lesson.
o Monitors and controls lesson execution.
o Shows the lessons created in the lesson plan editor.
o Allows the instructor to automatically execute a step instead of entering
individual commands.