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FAA rules: Aviators-in-training can’t log safety-pilot time for IFR practice

FAA regulations limit how time may be logged during instrument training: an aviator in training may not act as a safety pilot in a way that allows logging that time for IFR practice. The rule reshapes how instructors structure IFR training credit and safety-pilot roles within approved curricula.

2026-05-13T07:12:02.774888-07:00

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Skyborne to launch expanded U.S. flight-school pipeline with ATP-CTP and CFI pathway starting June 8

2026-05-12T12:14:21.192691-07:00

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Alaska Airlines fully adopts Boeing’s Virtual Airplane (VA) pilot training platform under formal license

2026-05-05T09:23:42.532028-07:00

AINonline

FlightSafety wins FAA approval for 3D virtual preflight inspections

2026-05-08T14:01:58.390917-07:00

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FAA rules: Aviators-in-training can’t log safety-pilot time for IFR practice FAA regulations limit how time may be logged during instrument training: an aviator in training may not act as a safety pilot in a way that allows logging that time for IFR practice. The rule reshapes how instructors structure IFR training credit and safety-pilot roles within approved curricula.

2026-05-13T07:12:02.774888-07:00

FAA rules: Aviators-in-training can’t log safety-pilot time for IFR practice

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Skyborne to launch expanded U.S. flight-school pipeline with ATP-CTP and CFI pathway starting June 8 Skyborne will begin new courses in the U.S. on June 8, expanding its training suite and career pathways for aviation trainees. The update includes an ATP-CTP offering and a CFI (certified flight instructor) pathway designed to broaden downstream opportunities for graduates.

2026-05-12T12:14:21.192691-07:00

Skyborne to launch expanded U.S. flight-school pipeline with ATP-CTP and CFI pathway starting June 8

AINonline

FlightSafety wins FAA approval for 3D virtual preflight inspections FlightSafety received FAA authorization to let pilots conduct 3D virtual preflight inspections in training programs. The decision supports replacing or augmenting traditional exterior-walkaround instruction with immersive, measurable 3D inspection training within approved pilot curricula.

2026-05-08T14:01:58.390917-07:00

FlightSafety wins FAA approval for 3D virtual preflight inspections

Vertical Mag

BlueRoom Simulations, Airbus Helicopters sign MoU for mixed-reality HEMS training BlueRoom Simulations has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus Australia Pacific and Airbus Helicopters to explore mixed-reality training solutions for Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), including a collaboration framed for RotorTech 2026. The effort targets training content and immersive delivery for rotorcraft medical missions.

2026-05-08T09:30:57.020369-07:00

BlueRoom Simulations, Airbus Helicopters sign MoU for mixed-reality HEMS training

Boeing

Alaska Airlines fully adopts Boeing’s Virtual Airplane (VA) pilot training platform under formal license Boeing says Alaska Airlines has signed a formal licensing agreement for its Virtual Airplane (VA) training platform, marking a move from licensing to full adoption. The announcement was made during the World Aviation Training Summit (WATS) in Orlando, Florida, positioning VA as a tool to enhance pilot readiness via digital simulation.

2026-05-05T09:23:42.532028-07:00

Alaska Airlines fully adopts Boeing’s Virtual Airplane (VA) pilot training platform under formal license

AINonline

AX Aero Group expands into aircraft management, charter, aviation data, simulators and flight training Axis (AX Aero Group) is rolling out a consolidated platform for private aircraft owners, bringing together aircraft management, charter services, aviation data, simulator capabilities and flight training. The initiative is positioned around transparency with owners, bundling services that typically sit across separate providers under one umbrella.

2026-04-21T08:52:09.768538-07:00

AX Aero Group expands into aircraft management, charter, aviation data, simulators and flight training

FlightGlobal

Air Astana adds a second full-flight simulator to expand Airbus A320 pilot training Air Astana Group has introduced a second full-flight simulator at its Flight Training Centre in Astana to support Airbus A320-family operations. The move strengthens its Airbus pilot training capacity and capability, including with EASA-certified training delivered using a high-fidelity simulation setup.

2026-04-20T02:50:38.958681-07:00

Air Astana adds a second full-flight simulator to expand Airbus A320 pilot training

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Pilatus’ PC-12 PRO simulator earns EASA Level 2 and FAA Level II certification for logged pilot training Pilatus has received EASA and FAA certification for its PC-12 PRO flight simulators, approved as an EASA Level 2 Flight Training Device and an FAA Level II Flight Navigation Procedures Trainer Multi-Crew. The PC-12 PRO simulator is now available for training in Switzerland and the U.S. via SIMCON, enabling crews to master the new smart cockpit systems in a realistic environment.

2026-04-17T08:28:53.830438-07:00

Pilatus’ PC-12 PRO simulator earns EASA Level 2 and FAA Level II certification for logged pilot training

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FAA rules: Aviators-in-training can’t log safety-pilot time for IFR practice

Skyborne to launch expanded U.S. flight-school pipeline with ATP-CTP and CFI pathway starting June 8

Alaska Airlines fully adopts Boeing’s Virtual Airplane (VA) pilot training platform under formal license

FlightSafety wins FAA approval for 3D virtual preflight inspections

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