While flight simulation has become an increasingly important tool in aviation training, many simmers and early-stage pilots struggle to understand how — and when — to translate that experience into real-world flight training, according to officials.
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New partnership developing pilot training kit for Apple Vision Pro
The companies are developing LoftHOME, an at-home pilot training kit.
FlightSimExpo expands
For the first time, FlightSimExpo 2026 will feature a Friday exhibit hall. The event will also offer new single-day ticket options for flight simmers who can’t attend the full, three-day event.
Save the date: FlightSim Expo 2026
The seventh annual FlightSimExpo will be held June 12-14, 2026, at the Saint Paul RiverCentre near Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Redbird leadership shuffles
Charlie Gregoire, previously chief operating officer, succeeds Todd Willinger, who becomes executive chairman after serving as the company’s CEO since its inception.
TBM 850 sim debuts
one-G simulation has launched its latest flight training device, the one-G Tarbes 8, designed to train TBM 850 owners.
Flight Sim Coach debuts Private Pilot Prep System
Flight Sim Coach unveiled its Private Pilot Prep System, which combines instruction with “modern simulation technology to help students maximize the effectiveness of their actual flight training hours,” according to company officials.
Delta State University awarded $1 million federal grant to acquire flight sim
The Air Tractor 802 flight simulator will be the first of its kind and will support DSU’s Agricultural Aircraft Operations Career Pathway (AAOCP) program, providing flight training for future aerial applicators and firefighters.
Redbird unveils redesigned vernier-style throttle quadrant
The redesigned throttle quadrant is smaller and $100 cheaper, company officials noted.