Ready When It Counts: Simtek Stocking Critical Components for AOG Simulator Repairs
- ccowley
- Jan 9
- 2 min read
In the training world, when a simulator goes down, it might as well be an AOG event. Instructors, students, crews, and schedules are all impacted until that device is back online.
At Simtek, we take simulator uptime seriously.
That’s why we stock critical components specifically to support AOG-style simulator repairs—so when something fails, you’re not waiting months for a replacement.
Treating Simulator Downtime Like AOG
An aircraft-on-ground (AOG) situation demands fast action. We believe simulators deserve the same urgency, because:
Training schedules depend on availability
Crews and students need to complete events on time
Delays ripple through entire programs and operations
When a key panel, display, or instrument fails, we don’t want your only option to be, “Wait for a long lead-time build.” Our solution: keep mission-critical parts on the shelf.
Stocking Critical Simulated Avionics Components
Simtek maintains inventory of high-demand, critical components used across many simulators, such as:
Common control panels and assemblies
Frequently used displays and indicators
Core subassemblies and internal modules
Selected mechanical and electrical replacement parts
By analyzing what tends to fail, what’s installed most widely, and what has the biggest impact on downtime, we build a stock strategy that supports real-world AOG needs—not just theory.
Reducing Lead Times, Getting You Back Online
Keeping key components in stock allows us to:
Ship replacements quickly instead of building from scratch
Avoid long lead times tied to raw material procurement or full production scheduling
Support rapid exchange or repair scenarios for critical parts
The result is simple:
Shorter downtime, faster recovery, and fewer training events lost.
Ensuring Training Gets Back on Track
When a simulator is down, it affects:
Pilot and crew checkrides
Recurrent training cycles
Syllabus completion for students
Operational readiness for military and commercial customers
By combining stocked critical components with our dedicated Service Department, Simtek helps you:
Get from fault reported to hardware shipped in less time
Restore full functionality without re-engineering efforts
Keep training schedules intact and stakeholders confident
Proactive Support for Long-Term Programs
Stocking critical components isn’t just about reacting fast today—it’s about supporting your program for the long haul.
Working with Simtek, you can:
Identify which components are most critical to your devices
Plan for spares strategies aligned with your fleet and usage
Rely on a partner who is thinking ahead about obsolescence and supportability
At Simtek, we know that when your simulator is down, everything else is on hold.By keeping critical simulated avionics components in stock for AOG-level repairs, we reduce lead times and help make sure your training gets back online—fast.
