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18 August 2026 MS&T Guest Author UK defence spending is surging, but a severe engineering skills shortage threatens delivery, prompting Babcock-Oxford study on training pipelines.
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Military departments are advancing crewed vehicle training using embedded, immersive, and AI-supported simulations worldwide. 26 September 2025
MASS is launching NEWTS IQ to support multi-domain EW and CEMA training for UK military personnel. 26 September 2025
ST Engineering Antycip is supporting the RAF by providing unified simulation tools across multiple programmes. 26 September 2025
NAVFAC Atlantic is awarding HDR a $75 million contract to provide global marine monitoring and compliance services. 26 September 2025
UFA is developing biometric-driven mixed-reality training to help the Air Force address air traffic controller shortages. 26 September 2025
Future Technologies is deploying private 5G for the DoD, supporting drones, AR/VR training, and battlefield communications. 25 September 2025
The 59th Medical Wing is testing SimX’s VR platform to enhance medical readiness and training for Air Force medics. 25 September 2025
AI and modular open systems are reshaping how the Department of Defense is preparing forces for multi-domain operations. 24 September 2025
First Airbus H135 helicopters begin production test flights, supporting Canada’s Future Aircrew Training program development. 24 September 2025
Moog is delivering E60 and P60 motion systems to support training across air, land, and sea. 24 September 2025
DSEI 2025 highlights UK’s 20-40-40 strategy, emphasizing drones, AI, autonomy, and simulation in future force development. 24 September 2025
CAE is joining SNC’s team as training systems partner for the U.S. Air Force’s SAOC program. 24 September 2025
Two CT-102B Astra II aircraft are transiting Canada to support the Royal Canadian Air Force’s Future Aircrew Training Program. 22 September 2025
Aimpoint’s GAIM VR system is expanding dry fire practice with drills, competition stages, and customizable training scenarios. 18 September 2025
Vrgineers is showcasing its Somnium VR1 MR headset at TADTE 2025, supporting pilot training applications. 17 September 2025
Aptima is supporting the U.S. Space Force with a skills-based framework to guide Guardian career development. 17 September 2025
Mass Virtual is supporting Navy training with XR solutions that prepare Sailors for shipboard fire emergencies. 17 September 2025
Manual and digital wargaming are complementary approaches that together enhance training, realism, and decision-making for participants. 16 September 2025
Adacel launched a combat-focused ATC training capability to prepare military operators for contested airspace. 15 September 2025
JFJ Aviation & Defence and Vrgineers partnered to co-develop an unrestricted 5th Generation fighter simulator. 12 September 2025
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