Publicly listed pilot training solution provider CAE has appointed Mr. Alain Lamontagne as Director Product Sales and Business Development – APAC & Oceania. Mr Lamontagne previously held the position of Director – Strategic Growth, Business Development. To learn more about CAE or Mr Lamontagne you can connect with him through his LinkedIn profile here.
Source: Alain Lamontagne (CAE)
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Istanbul, Turkey; EVFLY is excited to announce its exclusive partnership with AYJET Flight Training School, a leading aviation training institution. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) services and solidifies AYJET as the preferred training partner for EVFLY’s electric aircraft fleet in the Middle East and Turkey.
EVFLY, launched in early 2022, is at the forefront of revolutionizing air transportation through its comprehensive suite of services tailored to companies, governments, and NGOs operating eVTOLs in both private and commercial capacities. With a fleet composed exclusively of new generation electric aircraft, including eVTOL and eCTOL, EVFLY is committed to enhancing safety, reducing costs, and minimizing carbon emissions.
As part of this strategic partnership, AYJET Flight Training School will play a vital role in developing and implementing tailored training programs for EVFLY’s eVTOL/eCTOL fleet, catering to the diverse needs of B2B and B2C customers. These programs will encompass pilot training, ground crew education, and specialized courses in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) services.
“We are honored to join forces with EVFLY to contribute to developments shaping the future of Advanced Air Mobility in which mostly eVTOL or eCTOL platforms will be utilized.” said Capt. Celal CİNGÖZ, General Manager of AYJET Flight Training School. “Through this exclusive partnership, AYJET will empower pilots and ground crew members with the necessary skills and knowledge to operate and maintain EVFLY’s cutting-edge eVTOL and eCTOL aircraft fleet.”
AYJET Flight Training School, known for its unwavering commitment to excellence, will leverage its industry-leading facilities and experienced instructors to deliver comprehensive training programs. These programs will equip pilots and ground crew members with the expertise required to ensure safe and efficient operations in the dynamic field of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Urban Air Mobility which are the new subsets of aviation industry.
“We believe that this partnership will revolutionize the aviation industry by providing seamless and sustainable air transportation solutions,” added Capt. Celal CİNGÖZ. ” Together with EVFLY, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional training experiences and meeting the evolving needs of our future customers.”
Furthermore, EVFLY’s broad range of services, including eVTOL/eCTOL fleet management, leasing, commercial operations, training, and education, and AAM services, aligns perfectly with AYJET Flight Training School’s vision of shaping a greener and more efficient future for aviation in in Türkiye and the Middle East.
About AYJET Flight Training School
AYJET Flight Training School is a renowned aviation training institution committed to providing the highest quality pilot training programs. With state-of-the-art facilities and a team of experienced instructors, AYJET offers comprehensive training in various aircraft types, equipping aspiring pilots with the skills and knowledge to excel in their careers.
About EVFLY
EVFLY is a leading air fleet management and operations company specializing in the new generation of electric aircraft. Launched in early 2022, EVFLY is dedicated to revolutionizing air transportation by offering a complete set of services for eVTOL/eCTOL operations, including fleet management, leasing, commercial operations, training and education, and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) services. EVFLY’s fleet, comprised exclusively of new generation electric aircraft, aims to enhance safety, reduce costs, and minimize carbon emissions in the aviation industry.
Source: EVFLY Press Release
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A partnership between the University of North Dakota’s College of Education & Human Development and UND Aerospace evaluated the efficacy of VR technologies in pilot training, comparing them to existing PC-based and high-cost flight training devices, one of the authors Ryan Guthridge, Ph.D., Assistant Professor at University of North Dakota, shared on LinkedIn.
The research paper entitled “Evaluating the Efficacy of Virtual Reality (VR) Training Devices for Pilot Training” by Ryan Guthridge and Virginia Clinton-Lisell both from University of North Dakota is published in the Journal of Aviation Technology and Engineering.
The abstract states in part:
“The results show that participants who train in a VR simulator perform similarly to students who conduct training in a PC-based simulator. Both training groups performed significantly better than the control group, which conducted no training between the pre-test and post-test. Finally, survey data were evaluated to find that students who trained in VR simulators believed they performed better on the post-test than the pre-test and most felt that VR simulators could be an acceptable training technology for use in the flight training curriculum. These results will help inform flight training organizations who are considering new technology that provides a low-cost and high-value alternative to costlier, fixed-based simulators.”
Read the paper here.
Source: Ryan Guthridge, Ph.D (University of North Dakota)
A year after launching interactive helicopter theory iBooks, pilot training publisher Padpilot has announced a ‘device agnostic’ version, allowing pilots to access the ATPL(H) theory books from any device.
The books are available on Padpilot’s new eReader content platform which can be accessed on any device: Android, Apple and browsers. And one subscription allows downloads onto 3 devices, meaning a student pilot can easily study for their theoretical knowledge exams on their phone, tablet and desktop.
“This time last year we launched interactive theory books for trainee commercial helicopter pilots. They were the first set of ATPL(H) books to be written from scratch specifically for rotary aircraft and their pilots. Up until then, helicopter pilots had to use theory manuals adapted from aeroplane notes, rather than having their own, dedicated content. Now we’re delighted that helicopter pilots can access these books from any device and won’t have to buy a new iPad,” said Padpilot CEO, Graham Cownie.
Padpilot has now released most of its theory books to the new platform: Foundation, PPL(A), ATPL(A) and ATPL(H). In each case the eReader version exactly mirrors the iBook editions. For the helicopter books, Padpilot’s team of subject matter experts created brand new content specifically for helicopter pilot training and the in-house graphics team created thousands of illustrations, animations and 3D models of helicopters and their component parts.
The series of 16 books is fully compliant with the updated EASA syllabus and, with the comprehensive interactive learning features and contextual information that students and instructors have come to expect from Padpilot, it’s the most up-to-date, advanced commercial helicopter theory series on the market.
The Padpilot ATPL(H)complete book set includes:
Padpilot eReader ATPL(H) book features:
Resources for training providers
For helicopter training providers, Padpilot offers tailored packages of teaching and learning resources for students and instructors, learning management systems, and compliance and technical support.
Instructor classroom presentations for all ATPL(H) subjects are available as editable slide-sets that mirror the corresponding book content to make planning and teaching ground school easier and more up to date.
Because the new ATPL(H) eReader book content exactly mirrors the existing iBook editions, training providers can seamlessly switch from iBooks to the eReader without having to change lesson plans or classroom presentations.
Source: Padpilot Press Release
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United States headquartered distance learning provider CPaT Global announced its newest Cabin Crew Course: the Airbus A220. CPaT Global is now offering an A220 Cabin Crew Aircraft Systems course, Programmable 3D Cabin, and Suite of Cabin Crew Safety courses.
In the Airbus A220 Aircraft System course, students become familiar with the aircraft systems most relevant to the cabin crew, including the features and operations of doors and exits, environmental systems, and lighting, galley, and passenger convenience systems. Students learn how to identify the components of each system, how to use each system, and how to manage system faults and failures.
CPaT’s 3D Cabin Trainers are highly visual, interactive cabins that are programmable to your specific aircraft, including emergency equipment and seat configuration. Student’s will learn how to virtually walk through an aircraft cabin, be able to locate specific emergency equipment and features, and become familiar with cabin furnishings and accessories.
Source: CPaT Global
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Loft Dynamics (formerly VRM Switzerland), a leader in virtual reality (VR) flight simulation devices for pilots worldwide, announced an unprecedented partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Loft Dynamics’ simulators – the first and only VR flight simulators with regulatory approval in Europe – are now undergoing U.S. evaluation by the FAA. The FAA has selected Loft Dynamics’ Airbus H125 and Robinson R22 simulators to explore, for the first time, the use of VR flight simulation technology to expand pilot training and conduct critical safety research. Both simulators have been installed at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WHTC), the FAA’s innovation hub, where they will be used to advance national aviation safety, efficiency, capacity, and environmental sustainability goals, and to drive the evolution of the National Airspace System (NAS) toward the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen).
“The adoption of VR flight simulators by international safety agencies like EASA and FAA is crucial given the current landscape. The world needs more than 600,000 new pilots in the next 20 years, and the emergence of electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles (eVTOL) will significantly add to that demand. Traditional training options absolutely cannot keep up. We need innovation to solve this quickly, and that’s what we’re on a mission to do,” said Fabi Riesen, founder and CEO of Loft Dynamics. “To receive approval from EASA and now introduce our technology to the FAA is an exciting and important milestone. We’re thrilled to kick off this partnership and collectively forge a safer, more scalable, and sustainable future for U.S. aviation.”
The unique features and capabilities of Loft Dynamics’ simulators allow the FAA to perform the research and development required to enhance vertical flight safety, pursue qualification under 14 CFR part 60, and advance NextGen goals. The newly installed Robinson R22 (EASA-qualified FNPT) and the Airbus H125 (EASA-qualified FTD Level 3) simulators feature:
Since its founding, Loft Dynamics has played a key role in modernizing the global aviation industry. Their state-of-the-art simulators have effectively reduced air time training among European operators, improved training safety, bridged the pilot skill gap, and helped reduce in-flight carbon emissions for companies worldwide, including Airbus Helicopters, Air Zermatt, and Mountainflyers. In December 2022, the company received its first institutional round, raising $20 million from U.S. technology investors to accelerate international expansion.
Loft Dynamics’ Airbus H125 simulator will exhibit at APSCON 2023 in Orlando, FL on July 20 and 21. To experience the FAA-used simulator, attendees may book a demo or visit booth 613 to learn more about Loft Dynamics and its future innovations, including the Airbus H145 simulator.
About Loft Dynamics AG
Loft Dynamics AG (formerly VRM Switzerland) is a market-leading company specializing in VR training devices for pilots. Founded in 2016, our mission is to revolutionize global aviation with cutting-edge VR flight simulators. Equipped with a 3D high-resolution panoramic view, dynamic six-degrees-of-freedom motion platform, and full-scale replica cockpit with a unique pose tracking system, our simulators provide an immersive, realistic, customizable, and risk-free training experience. By offering a training solution that is 10 times smaller and 20 times less expensive than traditional simulators, we enhance training accessibility and scalability, empowering highly skilled pilots to meet the global demand. As the world’s first and only qualified VR flight simulation training device (FSTD), achieving FTD Level 3 qualification from EASA, we serve leading manufacturers, airlines, operators, schools, and organizations worldwide. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, our team comprises passionate engineers, developers, and aviation experts.
Source: Loft Dynamics Press Release
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United States headquartered simulator manufacturer and pilot training solution provider True Course Simulations (TCS) announced it will join the EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh 2023 to be held on July 24 – July 30 in Wisconsin. This is TCS’ fifth year at the world’s largest airshow.
This year you’ll be able to visit True Course Simulations at two locations:
TCS will be showcasing the unique capabilities of VR flight training with their Immersive Training Devices and AI Flight Instructor. This is a great opportunity to experience the future of flight training. TCS will also be making some exciting announcements at the show.
Source: True Course Simulations
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