CAE Defense & Security has secured a contract with Bell Textron Inc. to contribute to the U.S. Army FLRAA program playing a crucial role in providing TADSS for operator and maintenance training, as part of the Future Vertical Lift (FVL) initiative.
CAE Defense & Security has secured a contract with Bell Textron Inc. to contribute to the U.S. Army Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program. As a member of Team Valor, CAE will play a crucial role in providing training aids, devices, simulators, and simulations (TADSS) for operator and maintenance training. The FLRAA program, part of the Future Vertical Lift (FVL) initiative, aims to modernize the U.S. Army’s aviation capabilities by introducing the next-generation assault aircraft. Bell’s tiltrotor aircraft, selected for the program, offers exceptional maneuverability, reduced downtime, and enhanced mission safety.
“The FVL program demonstrates the U.S. Army’s commitment to aviation modernization and providing transformational capabilities to support joint force operations and strengthen deterrence,” said Dan Gelston, Group President, CAE Defense & Security. “CAE is pleased to contribute decades of simulation expertise as a strategic partner with Bell and member of Team Valor to support the next generation of US Army aircraft and ensure mission readiness for future forces,” he further added.
Under the contract, CAE will initially focus on delivering virtual prototyping, developing visual display systems, and creating radio simulations for portable flight trainers. Future phases of the collaboration may involve the development and delivery of a next-generation virtual maintenance training system (VMTS) and hardware-based maintenance trainers.
“Operator and maintainer training are key aspects to ensuring FLRAA weapon system capabilities for our warfighters,” said Ryan Ehinger, Senior Vice President & Program Director for FLRAA, Bell. “We look forward to continuing to work with CAE as we support the Army in its critical efforts to modernize and increase the lethality of our nation’s soldiers,” he further added.
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CAE and Bell entered into a partnership for the Future Vertical Lift family of systems in 2021. As part of this collaboration, CAE committed to providing maintenance training devices, assisting in the development of flight training devices, and delivering various training products, including courseware, Interactive Multimedia Instruction, and procedural training. The recent contract further solidifies CAE’s role in supporting the FLRAA program and contributing to the advancement of U.S. Army aviation capabilities.
Question- What is the purpose of the FLRAA program?
Answer- The FLRAA program aims to modernize the U.S. Army’s aviation capabilities by introducing the next-generation assault aircraft.
Question- What role will CAE play in the FLRAA program?
Answer- CAE will provide training aids, devices, simulators, and simulations (TADSS) for operator and maintenance training.
Question- What are the benefits of Bell’s tiltrotor aircraft?
Answer- Bell’s tiltrotor aircraft offers exceptional maneuverability, reduced downtime, and enhanced mission safety.
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