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Entrol's GHS‑operated Bell 412 simulator awarded FTD Level 3 qualification in Germany

Entrol's Bell 412 flight training device, operated by Global Helicopter Service (GHS) in Germany, has been certified FTD Level 3 after completing the German authorities' rigorous audit. The qualification permits use for advanced Bell 412 pilot training and confirms the simulator's fidelity and procedural accuracy.

2026-03-03T05:51:31.654242-08:00

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EASA, Airbus Helicopters and Loft Dynamics launch VR helicopter safety training in Nepal to address high‑altitude risks

2026-03-03T05:51:31.575793-08:00

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FAA and EASA qualify first Boeing 777‑9 full‑flight simulators; courseware approval still required

2026-02-19T05:05:47.357367-08:00

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Atlantic Airways installs AW139 full‑flight simulator with integrated AR hoist trainer in the Faroe Islands

2026-02-17T06:14:40.426804-08:00

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Entrol's GHS‑operated Bell 412 simulator awarded FTD Level 3 qualification in Germany Entrol's Bell 412 flight training device, operated by Global Helicopter Service (GHS) in Germany, has been certified FTD Level 3 after completing the German authorities' rigorous audit. The qualification permits use for advanced Bell 412 pilot training and confirms the simulator's fidelity and procedural accuracy.

2026-03-03T05:51:31.654242-08:00

Entrol's GHS‑operated Bell 412 simulator awarded FTD Level 3 qualification in Germany

Vertical Mag

EASA, Airbus Helicopters and Loft Dynamics launch VR helicopter safety training in Nepal to address high‑altitude risks EASA, Airbus Helicopters and VR trainer Loft Dynamics have launched a helicopter safety training initiative in Nepal using immersive virtual‑reality scenarios tailored to the country's high‑altitude, variable‑weather environment. The programme aims to boost crew proficiency and operational safety for rotorcraft operating in mountainous sectors.

2026-03-03T05:51:31.575793-08:00

EASA, Airbus Helicopters and Loft Dynamics launch VR helicopter safety training in Nepal to address high‑altitude risks

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FAA and EASA qualify first Boeing 777‑9 full‑flight simulators; courseware approval still required The FAA and EASA have granted initial qualification to the world’s first Boeing 777‑9 full‑flight simulator, installed by CAE, marking a pivotal regulatory step for the 777X program. Regulators must still approve training courseware before pilot type‑rating instruction and airline training can commence.

2026-02-19T05:05:47.357367-08:00

FAA and EASA qualify first Boeing 777‑9 full‑flight simulators; courseware approval still required

Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin wins US FMS to supply advanced C-130J simulators and upgrades to RAAF Lockheed Martin won a US FMS via Wright‑Patterson to supply advanced C-130J training simulators and upgrades to the Royal Australian Air Force. Deliveries start in 2029 and include Weapon Systems Trainers, an integrated cockpit trainer, a loadmaster part‑task trainer and virtual simulation/maintenance upgrades.

2026-02-18T14:05:52.588894-08:00

Lockheed Martin wins US FMS to supply advanced C-130J simulators and upgrades to RAAF

Vertical Mag

Atlantic Airways installs AW139 full‑flight simulator with integrated AR hoist trainer in the Faroe Islands Atlantic Airways has established a state‑of‑the‑art AW139 full‑flight simulator in the Faroe Islands, incorporating an augmented‑reality hoist‑training system to replicate search‑and‑rescue operations. The installation brings mission‑specific helicopter type‑rating, hoist proficiency and SAR scenario training to a remote North Atlantic base, reducing reliance on overseas facilities.

2026-02-17T06:14:40.426804-08:00

Atlantic Airways installs AW139 full‑flight simulator with integrated AR hoist trainer in the Faroe Islands

AINonline

Bombardier to Train Test Pilots via ITPS Canada's Flexible Hybrid Course Bombardier will train its test pilots using ITPS Canada's flexible hybrid course, becoming the second aircraft OEM to adopt the programme. The agreement uses ITPS Canada's blended delivery model to deliver instruction and assessment for Bombardier's test‑pilot cadre under the provider's flexible hybrid framework.

2026-02-16T06:50:22.940347-08:00

Bombardier to Train Test Pilots via ITPS Canada's Flexible Hybrid Course

FlightGlobal

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CAE to deliver first full‑flight eVTOL simulator to Embraer‑CAE JV for Eve pilot training At the Singapore Airshow CAE announced delivery of a Series 3000 full‑flight simulator with its Prodigy immersive visual environment to Embraer‑CAE Training Services (ECTS). The FFS will be dedicated to training and certification of Eve Air Mobility eVTOL pilots as part of ECTS's global training network.

2026-02-04T17:33:33.575862-08:00

CAE to deliver first full‑flight eVTOL simulator to Embraer‑CAE JV for Eve pilot training

Flying Magazine

Angelo State launches FAA‑CTI‑designated ATC simulator lab developed with UFA Angelo State University opened a UFA‑developed ATC simulator lab that has secured FAA CTI designation, letting Air Traffic Operations students begin simulator training immediately. The facility is intended to accelerate students' path to FAA qualification and support regional controller hiring.

2026-02-04T08:42:52.724422-08:00

Angelo State launches FAA‑CTI‑designated ATC simulator lab developed with UFA

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Entrol's GHS‑operated Bell 412 simulator awarded FTD Level 3 qualification in Germany

EASA, Airbus Helicopters and Loft Dynamics launch VR helicopter safety training in Nepal to address high‑altitude risks

FAA and EASA qualify first Boeing 777‑9 full‑flight simulators; courseware approval still required

Atlantic Airways installs AW139 full‑flight simulator with integrated AR hoist trainer in the Faroe Islands

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