Boeing launches virtual pilot training platform

Boeing (NYSE: BA) announced the launch of its Virtual Airplane Procedures Trainer at the European Aviation Training Summit in Cascais, Portugal. The training platform, powered by Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Flight Simulator, allows pilots to practice procedures outside traditional training environments.

The Procedures Trainer represents the first application within Boeing's Virtual Airplane product suite. The platform provides high-fidelity 3D simulations on lightweight devices and includes an authoring tool that enables training operators to create, customize and distribute training lessons.

"We're very excited about the launch of Virtual Airplane. This new software will significantly impact how and when pilots and operators train and will provide them with much needed flexibility," said Chris Raymond, Chief Executive Officer of Boeing Global Services.

The system aims to standardize training, reduce simulator familiarization time and improve pilot readiness before using flight training devices. Airlines can launch or change procedures instantly across their pilot pool through the configurable self-service authoring tool.

Virtual Airplane is currently available for use on computers and iPad devices for Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. Boeing stated that additional aircraft models will be supported in the future.

"Microsoft is committed to accelerating learning while optimizing confidence for pilots with safety at the core. Partnering with Boeing, we are advancing the future of flight by empowering the people at the heart of it," said Dayan Rodriguez, Corporate Vice President, Manufacturing and Mobility, Microsoft.

The announcement was made based on a company press release statement.

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