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Loft Dynamics AG

PHI Air Medical Becomes First Air Ambulance Operator in the Americas to Train Pilots with VR Flight Simulation—Using Loft Dynamics’ Simulator

PHI Air Medical pioneers VR flight simulation with Loft Dynamics’ FAA-qualified system, redefining pilot training for air ambulance operations.
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  • UJ Launches South Africa’s First Advanced Rescue Simulation Centre, a Continental Game-Changer in Emergency and Disaster Response

    The University of Johannesburg has opened Africa’s first Advanced Rescue Simulation Centre, a four-storey facility transforming emergency and disaster response training across the continent.

    Simulation of a wet hoisting operation. Photo: University of Johannesburg
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Continental’s AvGas Engine Training Returns to Lanseria, South Africa

    Continental returns to Lanseria for AvGas engine training, equipping African mechanics with hands-on skills and awarding factory training certificates.

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    24 September 2025

    Level 2 class disassembles engine
  • Boeing Opens New Engineering Centre at Embry‑Riddle Research Park

    Boeing has opened a new 65,000-sq-ft Engineering Centre at Embry-Riddle Research Park, supporting Air Dominance programs and adding 400 high-paying jobs in Florida.

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    15 September 2025

    The Cici & Hyatt Brown Centre for Aerospace Technology, which is home to a newly opened Boeing Engineering Centre. (Photo: Embry-Riddle)
  • Ethiopian Airlines, Boeing, and ThinkYoung Open Doors to Fulfilling Careers for Ethiopian Youth

    Ethiopian Airlines, Boeing, and ThinkYoung empower Ethiopian youth with STEM training, hands-on aviation experience, and career opportunities.

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    15 September 2025

    Ethiopian Airlines & Boeing
  • How Dual-Role Pilots Increase Learning and Line Flying

    Active airline pilots who also instruct bring real-world expertise into training, improving pilot skills, safety, and operational performance.

    Pilots in Full Flight Simulator
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Continental’s AvGas Engine Training Returns to Lanseria, South Africa

    Continental returns to Lanseria for AvGas engine training, equipping African mechanics with hands-on skills and awarding factory training certificates.

    Read

    24 September 2025

    Level 2 class disassembles engine
  • Boeing Opens New Engineering Centre at Embry‑Riddle Research Park

    Boeing has opened a new 65,000-sq-ft Engineering Centre at Embry-Riddle Research Park, supporting Air Dominance programs and adding 400 high-paying jobs in Florida.

    Read

    15 September 2025

    The Cici & Hyatt Brown Centre for Aerospace Technology, which is home to a newly opened Boeing Engineering Centre. (Photo: Embry-Riddle)
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Africa’s First H125 Virtual Reality Simulator Enhances Pilot Training in Southern Africa

    Airbus Helicopters installs Africa’s first H125 virtual reality simulator in Johannesburg to support advanced pilot training and improve regional aviation safety.

    Africa’s First H125 Virtual Reality Simulator Enhances Pilot Training in Southern Africa
  • Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering

    Embraer and ITA launch 2025 MSc in Aeronautical Engineering with monthly scholarships for 45 new students.

    Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering
  • Air Algérie Places Major Order for 16 New ATR 72-600s

    Air Algérie orders 16 ATR 72-600s and Africa’s first ATR 72-600 simulator, strengthening regional connectivity and pilot training capacity in Algeria.

  • CAE Forecasts 1.5 Million Civil Aviation Professionals Needed Over Next 10 Years

    CAE’s 2025 Aviation Talent Forecast reveals a global need for 1.5 million aviation professionals by 2034, including pilots, maintenance technicians, cabin crew, and for the first time, air traffic controllers. The report outlines challenges and innovations shaping aviation’s future workforce.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Africa’s First H125 Virtual Reality Simulator Enhances Pilot Training in Southern Africa

    Airbus Helicopters installs Africa’s first H125 virtual reality simulator in Johannesburg to support advanced pilot training and improve regional aviation safety.

    Africa’s First H125 Virtual Reality Simulator Enhances Pilot Training in Southern Africa
  • Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering

    Embraer and ITA launch 2025 MSc in Aeronautical Engineering with monthly scholarships for 45 new students.

    Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.