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New Basic Training Aircraft Delivered in 2025 for Canadian Military Pilot Program

Canada – SkyAlyne, a Canadian joint venture formed by CAE and KF Aerospace, has achieved a major milestone with the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) formally accepting the first four CT-102B Astra II (Grob G 120TP) aircraft at 15 Wing Moose Jaw as part of the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program.

  • The CT-102B aircraft, which will serve as the Basic Flying Training platform under FAcT, will be used for instructor development, evaluation, and training support for both military and civilian trainers.

  • The aircraft are powered by a Rolls-Royce M250-B17F engine, feature a glass cockpit, and are fully aerobatic — optimised for foundational pilot training.

  • Acceptance activities, including test flights and inspections, were conducted on-site at 15 Wing Moose Jaw.

  • A total of 23 CT-102Bs are planned as part of the 71-aircraft FAcT fleet; the fifth aircraft arrived on November 17, with additional deliveries scheduled for 2026.

  • CAE serves as the lead operator and maintenance provider at Moose Jaw, while KF Aerospace leads FAcT operations at Southport, Manitoba.

  • Earlier milestones in the programme included a “Welcome to Canada” ceremony during AeroGatineau Ottawa and factory acceptance tests at Grob Aircraft in Germany.

Source: SkyAlyne
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Reiser Simulation and Training and NLR Partner to Provide H225M Caracal Helicopter Training Media for the RNLAF

Netherlands – Reiser Simulation and Training GmbH and the Royal NLR – Netherlands Aerospace Centre have announced a strategic partnership to develop and deliver high-fidelity H225M Caracal helicopter tactical training devices for the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF), with Reiser serving as the prime contractor. The collaboration combines Reiser’s expertise in advanced helicopter simulation with NLR’s capabilities in mission-level synthetic environments.

  • The agreement focuses on developing tactical training media tailored to the operational requirements of the RNLAF’s future H225M Caracal fleet, supporting both aircrew and ground-crew training needs.

  • The training solution is expected to feature fully networked, immersive simulation systems, enhancing mission-readiness through realistic tactical scenarios and interoperable training environments.

  • Sustainment and long-term support activities will increasingly be conducted within the Netherlands, ensuring local engineering involvement, operational continuity, and national oversight throughout the lifecycle of the training systems.

Statements

  • “Reiser is proud to partner with NLR to support the RNLAF,” says Dr. Johannes Hain, CEO of Reiser Simulation and Training. “This potential project reflects our shared commitment to deliver cutting-edge training solutions that combine operational realism, precision, and adaptability.”
  • Mark van Venrooij, Vice President Aerospace Systems at NLR says “Together, we are ready to deliver highly realistic and reliable mission training solutions, ensuring crews are fully prepared for complex missions.”

Source: Reiser Simulation and Training
Photo Credit: Reiser Simulation and Training

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