Training and Workforce
Cirrus Offers Virtual and Augmented Training Solutions
Immersive training to enhance pilot proficiency and safety
Amy Wilder at Cirrus booth NBAA-BACE 2024
AIN staff writer and student pilot Amy Wilder took a dive into Cirrus Aircraft’s virtual reality training during a demo at the company’s booth and found the experience highly realistic. © Amy Wilder/AIN

Cirrus Aircraft has been advancing its flight training solutions and is expanding its Cirrus Assist mobile units to boost customer support.

The company launched its Cirrus-specific training course a couple of years ago and is building out augmented- and virtual-reality (AR/VR) training experiences for its Vision Jet and SR aircraft. In addition to ground training, users can, for example, use the Apple Vision Pro VR headset to learn preflight walkaround and startup procedures, familiarize themselves with avionics, get a feel for sight pictures for maneuvers like steep turns, and even practice talking to ATC.