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Daniel de Vries

Daniel de Vries

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Join date: Jun 26, 2024

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Over more than 15 years, Dan has progressed from a hands-on Simulator Technician for industry giants like Boeing, Thales, and Raytheon to senior executive leadership. His technical foundation was built supporting some of the world's most advanced military and commercial platforms, including the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, C-17A Globemaster, and Boeing 737 simulators.

During a decade-long tenure at CAE, he advanced to Manager of Customer Services for the Asia-Pacific region, leading premier support for high-stakes Defence and Security programs, such as the Royal Australian Navy’s MH-60R helicopter training devices. Building on this experience, Dan now focuses on strengthening Australia's defence ecosystem. As CEO & Managing Director of Simutech Solutions & AIC Connect, he is dedicated to integrating innovative businesses into the Australian defence supply chain.

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Jan 15, 2026 ∙ 5 min
Why More Helicopter Operators Are Choosing The FTD 3 Sweet Spot for Training
The FTD 3 offers helicopter operators a compelling alternative to full flight simulators. This fixed-base device delivers high-fidelity, type-specific training with the same flight test data quality as an FFS, but at significantly lower costs. Discover why more operators are leveraging FTD 3 training credits for initial courses, type ratings, and recurrent checks.
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Jan 6, 2026 ∙ 5 min
How FSTD Capability Signatures (FCS) and Task-to-Tool are Changing Our Industry
The aviation training industry is shifting from rigid simulator classifications to a capability-based model. FSTD Capability Signatures and Task-to-Tool training allow operators to match training objectives with the exact simulator fidelity required, improving efficiency, flexibility, and cost control.
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Dec 28, 2025 ∙ 2 min
Simutech Solutions and Bluedrop USA Form Strategic Partnership to Expand Critical Training Capabilities in APAC and Middle East
BRISBANE, Australia – December 29, 2025  – Simutech Solutions, a leader in independent aviation training support, today announced a strategic partnership with Bluedrop USA. This collaboration brings advanced tactical training simulation products to operators across the Asia Pacific and Middle East at a time of increasing demand for defence and civil readiness. The partnership combines Bluedrop’s deep industry experience and desire to expand its global footprint with Simutech’s broad regional...
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