Fire Academy in Ptolemaida acquires aircraft fire simulator

The Firefighting Academy in Ptolemaida has acquired the AFS 5000, a high-tech aircraft fire simulator designed to train firefighters in realistic emergency conditions. The system uses controlled propane combustion to produce real flames and artificial smoke to simulate low-visibility environments typical of aviation accidents.

Trainees can practice responding to various operational scenarios, including engine fires, fuel leaks, and passenger rescues within smoke-filled cabins. The simulator is constructed from specialized steel to withstand high temperatures and extreme weather conditions. For safety, the system includes specialized software, monitoring sensors, and emergency switches, all under continuous instructor supervision.

The procurement is part of the “AEGIS” National Civil Protection Program and is funded by the Recovery and Resilience Fund as part of an initiative to modernize the educational infrastructure of the Fire Service.