Company
XSCopter – Helicopter flight training and simulation center
XSCopter is a helicopter pilot training and simulation center located at Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport.
Our mission: to provide flight crews with high-level training through a certified flight simulator and recognized human expertise.
In a bright environment just steps from the Mediterranean Sea, crews benefit from a pleasant and inspiring workplace, conducive to both focus and relaxation.
Between sessions, the Catalan atmosphere and proximity to the coastline offer an exceptional setting that combines training, performance, and quality of life.
Company
A unique project in Europe
At the heart of the XSCopter project is the transfer of the EC145-C2 Full-Flight Simulator Level A, previously operated in Sankt Augustin.
Installed at Perpignan–Rivesaltes from June 2026, this simulator, certified by EASA and DGAC, guarantees the same level of quality and realism as during its operation in Germany. It will enable training and checking (OPC/LPC) of pilots from all operators, both nationally and internationally.
XSCopter serves flight crews from all operators in France and abroad. Our strategic location in Southern Europe, combined with a certified simulator and recognized expertise, makes Perpignan a new reference hub for helicopter pilot training and qualification.
The Simulator
A simulator designed for flight crews
Our flight simulator accurately reproduces the most demanding operational conditions:
- Night operations
- Instrument flight with PBN capability
- Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) operations
- Maritime operations
- Offshore platform operations
- Mountain flying
- Tactical training
Each session allows crews to train in near-real conditions, enhancing safety, efficiency, and confidence.
Human expertise
25 years of experience at your service
Our instructors and examiners have over 25 years of experience on the BK117-C2. Their guidance combines pedagogy, rigor, and operational feedback. Each pilot benefits from personalized support focused on performance and safety.
Fabrice Chrétien
Accountable Manager / CMM
10,200 flight hours
S/IRE – S/TRE
IFR, mountain, NVG specialist
Olivier Clément
Safety Manager
8,000 flight hours
TRI
Tactical flight, NVG specialist
Philippe Brieux
Head of training
11,500 flight hours
IRE – TRE
IFR, maritime flight, NVG specialist
Anastasiya Shabliova
Manager administrative and community manager
Our school
A school designed for flight crews
XSCopter will feature a modern 500 m² facility, including six classrooms equipped for theoretical and practical training.
This location in Perpignan provides easy access for both French and international crews.
In a second phase, our training school (ATO, DGAC approval in progress) will offer comprehensive training programs, strengthening XSCopter’s international vocation.