National Simulator Program

Simulation Quality Management System (SQMS)

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The primary function of an SQMS is to improve the consistency of providing Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTD) that meet FAA qualification requirements for credible flight crewmember training, evaluation, or meeting flight experience.

For NSPM Approval, an SQMS must satisfy the elements and requirements specified in the applicable documents for that program.

Simulation Quality Management System (SQMS) Guidelines (MS Word) (Program Registration, Assessment, and Approval)

• Assessment Tools (Program Requirements):
  • Table E.1. – See Appendix E to Part 60, QPS Requirements
  • Table E.2. – Sponsor Checklist / Basic (Part 60 Required) QPS Requirements - Components (MS Word)
  • Table E.3. – On-Site Assessment Tool / Basic (Part 60 Required) (MS Word)
  • Table E.6. – Element Assessment Table (PDF)
  • Table E.7.(A) – Sponsor Checklist / Basic (Part 60 Required) QPS Requirements - Components (MS Word)
• Additional Guidance/Information:
  • Sample Basic SQMS Program (MS Word)
    Note: This document is intended for use as a sample SQMS program to assist sponsors in developing their own Part 60 compliant SQMS program. The structure and content of this program may meet or exceed current Part 60 requirements and is provided for informational purposes only. Future updates to this document (for the purposes of providing industry guidance) are under consideration by an ARINC Simulator Quality Management Systems Working Group.

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