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TRU Simulation is developing a virtual-reality simulator for the Cessna Grand Caravan EX, with a two-seat configuration intended to support both single- and multi-crew training. The announcement provides no further details on development timing, customer availability or the device’s capabilities.
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TRU Simulation is developing a virtual-reality simulator for the Cessna Grand Caravan EX, with a two-seat configuration intended to support both single- and multi-crew training. The announcement provides no further details on development timing, customer availability or the device’s capabilities.
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