Trevor Nash
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Poland to the fore in major FMS programmes for simulation and training
Polish procurement of new Abrams MBTs feeds into FMS-funded training requirements — and other European allies are benefiting from US largesse. → Read More
Ascent to boost training with FIRCTS
The Future ISTAR and Rear Crew Training System competition in the UK is likely to generate interest from major suppliers such as Collins Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, CAE, Elbit and Thales. → Read More
IT2EC 2022: NATO and UK MoD deploy in numbers to Europe
NATO exercises planned for this summer reflect a heightened posture and the need to send a message to Moscow — but are they sustainable? → Read More
IT2EC 2022: Q3D releases new sensor sim capability
New features to the MANTIS viXsen Sensor plug-in allow users to capture temperature and radiance images of the displayed scene for offline analysis. → Read More
IT2EC 2022: Air Target Sweden gains new business in South America
Acoustic miss distance indicators allow any shooting scenario profile. → Read More
IT2EC 2022: No surprises as BISim wins DVS2
The DVS2 contract win for BISim highlights that games technology has matured to the point where it has totally eclipsed proprietary image-generation systems as a source of visualisation. → Read More
IT2EC 2022: Draken Europe secures RAF aggressor programme
The new Interim Red Air Aggressor Training Service for the RAF will use L-159E aircraft from Draken Europe. → Read More
IT2EC 2022: AW159 Wildcat support and training contract renewed
A similar training and simulation procurement model to the AW159 may be adopted for the New Medium Helicopter requirement in the UK. → Read More
IT2EC 2022: Vrgineers aim for the sky with new MR flight sim
Czech developer claims that its new VR/MR training device features haptic feedback and can be installed on a smaller footprint than a standard dome-based system. → Read More
IT2EC 2022: CAE boosts German Navy Sea Lion training
What kind of vision system will be installed on full-mission simulators to train German Navy pilots operating the NH90 Sea Lion helicopter? → Read More
Switzerland ups anti-armour training with second RGW90 sim order
The latest order for RGW 90 simulators reflects the value for Switzerland of simulation technologies to lessen the environmental impact of training and reduce costs. → Read More
Significant improvements introduced to Austrian Army training
The Austrian Army's use of its new Small Arms Tactical Trainers is expected to help make training more valuable and relevant. → Read More
MASA wins in Nigeria and adds domestic investment
Paris-based MASA has celebrated investment through the French Government's Definvest fund with a significant contract with the Nigerian Land Forces Simulation Centre. → Read More
CNATRA sings a new tune with Project Corsair
The USN is embarking on the final step of its revolutionary pilot training syllabus with the launch of Project Corsair. → Read More
Where is the Russian Air Force? (Opinion)
Despite its reputation, the Russian Air Force has failed to make significant advances in Ukraine — but the lessons that will be likely to emerge will be applicable to all. → Read More
Kids in a candy store (Opinion)
The experience of shopping for the next great training solution can be overwhelming. While new flashy technologies make an easy sell, it is important to remember their limitations. → Read More
Saab adds Kenya to its TESS client list
Details have emerged of a significant contract for Saab to provide Kenya with its Gamer laser-based TESS system. → Read More
RAF Valley undergoes fast-jet training transformation
The UK MoD and industry partner Ascent Flight Training are in the process of wrapping up their study into fast-jet pilot training with a more streamlined course expected to be the result. → Read More
Canada moves on FAcT with RfQ
Canada has released its RfP for the Royal Canadian Air Force's Future Aircrew Training requirement — but who can catch SkyAlyne? → Read More
Russia hesitates as Ukraine grits its teeth (Opinion)
Although Russia should win the war in Ukraine with firepower alone, the latter still has a number of factors in its favour. → Read More