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30 June 2026 Andy Fawkes DSET 2026 highlighted the convergence of operations, training and simulation, with speakers arguing that rapid advances in drones, autonomy and AI mean training must evolve alongside capability rather than follow it. The conference showcased how simulation is becoming central not only to training, but also to operational planning and force development.
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Sri Lanka Air Force is adding 10 TH-57 Sea Ranger helicopters for training and rescue missions. 2 July 2026
The Republic of Korea Army is deploying a new KUH-1 Surion flight training simulator for pilots. 2 July 2026
REISER and Varjo are hosting an event exploring XR simulation for aerospace, defense, and civil aviation training. 2 July 2026
DSET 2026 highlighted the convergence of operations, training and simulation, with speakers arguing that rapid advances in drones, autonomy and AI mean training must evolve alongside capability rather than follow it. The conference showcased how simulation is becoming central not only to training, but also to operational planning and force development. 30 June 2026
Orqa U.S. is launching a fully American-owned UAS manufacturing venture targeting U.S. military and government contracts. 24 June 2026
Epic Flight Academy is training U.S. Air Force pilots through an Initial Pilot Training programme across two U.S. campuses. 24 June 2026
The Sri Lanka Navy is expanding simulation-based training with a newly inaugurated indigenous truck driving simulator. 24 June 2026
The RAAF and RMAF are strengthening emergency response and interoperability through a joint aircraft crash exercise. 24 June 2026
SkyAlyne is marking a key milestone as the first CT-153 Juno helicopter is delivered for Canada's Future Aircrew Training program. 24 June 2026
SimSpace research is revealing a gap between AI security confidence and real-world defensive performance scores. 24 June 2026
The UK's defence funding shortfall is expected to force the Ministry of Defence to cut day-to-day spending, with training, exercises and readiness activities likely to bear much of the impact as major equipment programmes remain difficult to reduce. Defence leaders warn that reduced training opportunities and participation in international exercises could weaken military preparedness and damage the UK's standing with allies. 19 June 2026
Thales is launching an AI platform that turns live training exercise data into After Action Review insights. 17 June 2026
DSET is opening next week for the first time in Cheltenham, here's what to know. 16 June 2026
Varjo is expanding its Ukraine training support with a new counter-drone simulator integrated with XR headsets. 16 June 2026
Aurizn is releasing Infinite Studio 4.2, adding new tools for defence testing and mission rehearsal. 16 June 2026
VirTra is purchasing its existing Orlando facility and a neighbouring property to expand its military and law enforcement training presence. 11 June 2026
Saab is presenting the first Gripen F to the Brazilian Air Force, combining conversion training and combat capability in one platform. 11 June 2026
Calian is supporting NATO operational readiness through training, simulation and exercise support across Europe and allied nations. 9 June 2026
Naval officer Henry Stephens created one of the first virtual reality trainers during WWII. 9 June 2026
PaleBlue is supplying an ROV training simulator to Atlantis Robotics for use in Portuguese Navy crew training. 3 June 2026
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