New entrol guide for helicopter training
NEW GUIDE
FSTD Capability Signature (FCS): a task-to-tool guide for helicopter training
We've translated the complex CS-FSTD Issue 1 into a practical guide so ATOs, DTOs, and operators can secure their FSTD re-qualification, maximize their training hours, and turn this regulatory shift into a strategic advantage.
The rules are changing. Don't wait until 2028 to find out how Regulation (EU) 2026/781 impacts your operations.
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What you'll get from entrol's FCS Guide
• A clear and practical overview of the new task-to-tool approach.
• Strategic recommendations to adapt your organisation to the EASA regulation before 2028.
Understand the FCS Framework
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Discover the 14 technical features and 4 fidelity levels that underpin the new system.
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Understand how the task-to-tool approach is progressively replacing the classic FFS, FTD, and FNPT categories.
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Clearly identify which training tasks still strictly require Specific motion.
Impact on your training
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Evaluate the direct changes to Type Rating programmes and Licence and Operator Proficiency Checks.
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Discover the new regulatory flexibility for special mission configurations such as HEMS, SAR, and firefighting.
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Maximise available training credits by justifying the true capabilities of your current FTD.
Planning and re-qualification
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Compare the two re-qualification paths in detail: Legacy FSTD (automatic equivalence) versus Full FCS Evaluation.
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Master key mandatory deadlines, such as submitting the new ESL document before April 2029.
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Apply entrol's recommendations to update your CMS system and proactively coordinate with your local CAA.
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Explore the table of contents
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Understand the context and key dates for Regulation (EU) 2026/781 and RMT.0196.
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A detailed breakdown of the 14 FSTD features, the 4 fidelity levels, and the classic FFS/FTD/FNPT equivalence table.
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Discover how the new framework directly impacts type ratings, licence proficiency checks, and operator proficiency checks.
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Full details on the new Equipment Specification List (ESL) requirement and the available re-qualification paths for your current devices.
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Strategic advice and actionable next steps for operators and training organisations to prepare for the transition.