Arizona, USA – Cirrus Aircraft, a global leader in personal aviation, has announced the expansion of its recurrent Vision Jet® flight training operations at Cirrus Scottsdale. The newly constructed Vision Jet simulator, developed in collaboration with CAE, marks a significant step in enhancing West Coast accessibility to advanced jet training.

• Designed for recurrent training, the simulator has capacity to train 45 pilots per month.

• Located near Scottsdale Airport (SDL), the new off-airport facility will begin welcoming pilots in March 2026.

• Cirrus Scottsdale, which already offers SR Series and Vision Jet training via Cirrus One™, will expand its staff to support the new offering.

• Additional hires will include flight instructors, simulator technicians, and support staff.

• The site will feature concierge services to support pilot owners during their training stay.

Statements

• “Cirrus is making Vision Jet flight training more accessible to customers on the West Coast,” said Zean Nielsen, Chief Executive Officer of Cirrus. “We are expanding flight training in Scottsdale, enhancing our capacity and convenience for our customers. The Cirrus Scottsdale investment is integral for our owner community seeking Vision Jet recurrent training.”

Source: Cirrus Aircraft