The CH-53K King Stallion boasts an external load capacity of up to 27,000 pounds at up to 110 nm while operating at high altitudes and in hot environments. [Courtesy: U.S. Department of Defense/Victoria Falcon]
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Lockheed Martin has secured a contract to deliver new containerized flight training devices (CFTDs) to the U.S. Navy for Marine Corps CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift air crews.
These portable simulators will provide comprehensive, safe, and cost-effective training for the CH-53K, which recently achieved initial operational capability and significantly enhances the Marine Corps' heavy-lift capabilities.
The increased use of advanced flight simulators aligns with a broader trend across U.S. military aviation, with branches like the Air Force also expanding their use of immersive training devices for pilot instruction.
More U.S. Marine Corps heavy-lift air crews will soon have access to new CH-53K King Stallion flight simulators for training, Lockheed Martin announced.
The company was recently awarded a contract to deliver a containerized flight training device (CFTD) to the U.S. Navy with options for three more, Lockheed said Wednesday. A contract amount was not disclosed.
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