CAE’s Erick Fortin, Director incubation and Sofia, manager of digital training solutions, showcase training with the Apple Vision Pro at NBAA-BACE 2024. [Courtesy: CAE]
Key Takeaways:
Pilot training company CAE is developing an augmented reality (AR) system, utilizing Apple Vision Pro, to supplement traditional pilot simulator training.
The high-fidelity system allows trainees to manipulate virtual flight deck controls and view instruments in real-time, helping them practice critical procedures, develop muscle memory, and familiarize themselves with aircraft from any location.
Described as "startlingly realistic," this AR solution, currently fully developed for the Bombardier Global 7500 and adaptable to other aircraft, is intended to enhance pilot homework tasks and procedure mastery without replacing full flight training hours.
Pilot training company CAE is developing an augmented reality system to supplement simulator training for pilots.
The company has developed a system that is based on the Apple Vision Pro AR. The high-fidelity imagery of aircraft flight decks allows trainees to manipulate all the controls and view the instruments and status indicators in real time as they do so.
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Russ Niles is Editor-in-Chief of AVweb. He has been a pilot for 30 years and joined AVweb 22 years ago. He and his wife Marni live in southern British Columbia where they also operate a small winery.