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Boeing to start training pilots with Microsoft Flight Simulator

Boeing's new Virtual Airplane Procedures Trainer (VAPT) uses Microsoft Flight Simulator and Microsoft Azure to train new and ...
Morning Overview on MSN

Boeing turns Microsoft Flight Simulator into a pilot trainer

In a groundbreaking move, Boeing has teamed up with Microsoft to incorporate Flight Simulator into its professional pilot ...

Boeing is turning Microsoft Flight Simulator into a real pilot training tool

Boeing recently announced the launch of its Procedures Trainer, the first application for its new Virtual Airplane platform, powered by Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Flight Simulator.

Microsoft Flight Simulator isn't just for nerdy dads anymore: Boeing will start using its tech to train actual pilots

The Virtual Airplane Procedures Trainer is "powered by" the storied aviation sim and Microsoft Azure.
Nextgov

Learning to fly: how Reentry simulates NASA’s most daring missions

You’ll be flipping dozens of them just to power up the guidance computer or initiate reentry procedures. In almost every game ...
FLYING Magazine on MSN

First Flight Bag: What Fledgling Pilots Need to Succeed

The kneeboard is sort of a lap desk a pilot uses in flight. It doesn’t have to be huge. They can be as simple as a 5-by-7 ...
GlobalAir.com

Virtual flight simulator and training author tool introduced by Boeing

The simulations can be used on lightweight devices to help standardize training and reduce simulator familiarization time ...