Aviation simulation is evolving fast. From VR and mixed reality to spatial disorientation training, AATDs, part-task trainers and Evidence-Based Training, this article explores the technologies, regulatory shifts and training trends shaping how operators prepare pilots and crews for what comes next.

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Transform flight simulator maintenance from a reactive scramble to a proactive strategy. Learn how effective logging and monitoring can predict failures, reduce costly downtime, and maximise availability. Data-driven insights are essential for extending asset life and safeguarding aviation safety.