The CAE Sprint Virtual Reality (VR) Trainer is a cutting-edge training solution designed for self-paced learning, integrating advanced digital technologies to enhance the training experience. This innovative system includes a VR headset, haptic feedback, physical flight controls, and the CAE Medallion image generator, providing a highly realistic virtual environment that surpasses traditional VR trainers. With the ability to view and interact with cockpit instruments, students can practice various tasks, procedures, and maneuvers in an immersive setting. The CAE Sprint also features a virtual coach for audio guidance and correction, along with performance grading tools to objectively assess student progress. Compact and commercially available, this training device offers an effective and affordable way for learners to master their skills at their own pace.
The CAE Tactical Mission Trainer (TMT) is a cutting-edge training solution designed to prepare tactical aircrews, including air combat systems officers, sensor operators, electronic warfare operators, and observers, for the complexities of modern military operations. In an increasingly network-centric environment, the TMT utilizes advanced synthetic training aids and commercial-off-the-shelf applications to create a comprehensive and adaptable training atmosphere suitable for both new and existing airborne platforms. This scalable system offers high-fidelity, realistic training scenarios that support mission rehearsal and skill development for a wide range of personnel, from novice students to experienced rear mission crews. Currently deployed in the UK Military Flying Training Systems and by the Royal Canadian Air Force, the CAE TMT is an essential component in ensuring that tactical aircrews are mission-ready and proficient in their roles.
The CAE Trax Academy is a cutting-edge training system designed to enhance pilot throughput for military organizations worldwide. With over 70 years of expertise in training and simulation, CAE harnesses the power of digital technologies, data analytics, and innovative courseware to deliver an integrated and immersive training experience. This self-paced training continuum allows military student pilots to Learn, Practice, and Perform in a fully connected environment, utilizing a mobile-assisted, closed-loop adaptive learning system. By streamlining the pilot production process, the CAE Trax Academy addresses the evolving needs of modern military aviation training, ensuring faster, better, and more efficient outcomes for aspiring pilots.
The CAE UAS Mission Trainer is a versatile, platform-independent training system designed for comprehensive unmanned aircraft system (UAS) education. Ideal for ab-initio training, it covers RPA fundamentals, basic flight and payload operations, mission planning, and rehearsal. Utilizing the Open Geospatial Consortium Common Database (OGC CDB) architecture alongside commercial-off-the-shelf hardware and high-fidelity simulation software, this trainer is exempt from International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), providing customers with enhanced flexibility for networking and distributed mission training. The suite includes various solutions such as laptop/desktop systems, portable trainers, and fixed-based trainers equipped with integrated brief/debrief capabilities, ensuring an effective and adaptable training environment.
The CAE Virtual Paramedic is an innovative simulation-based training solution designed to enhance the preparedness of first responder paramedics in critical situations. By providing realistic training scenarios that reflect actual incidents, this award-winning system enables paramedics to practice emergency medical decision-making and life-saving interventions in a cost-effective manner. Integrated with learning management systems, the CAE Virtual Paramedic ensures that all personnel can train simultaneously, overcoming the limitations of traditional exercise-based training methods. For instance, Ambulance Victoria in Australia , utilizes this solution to ensure their paramedics are equipped to respond promptly and effectively in emergencies, ultimately improving patient outcomes in mass casualty situations.
The CH-47D/F Helicopter Training Systems by CAE are advanced simulation solutions designed to enhance the training and operational readiness of military personnel. These systems provide realistic flight experiences, integrating high-fidelity visuals and dynamic environments to replicate real-world scenarios. With a focus on improving pilot proficiency and mission preparedness, the training systems utilize cutting-edge technology to deliver comprehensive instruction on the CH-47D/F helicopter's unique capabilities and operational procedures. This ensures that trainees can effectively develop their skills in a safe, controlled environment, ultimately contributing to enhanced mission success and safety in the field.
CAE's display systems are at the forefront of simulation technology, expertly designed and integrated to meet the diverse needs of defense and security training. With extensive experience in creating high-resolution display solutions, CAE combines commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components with innovative design to deliver exceptional clarity and brightness. Their offerings range from straightforward direct view displays for basic training to advanced wide-angle, wrap-around collimated displays and immersive full field-of-view dome displays. Each system is meticulously optimized for critical training scenarios, including pilot landing and takeoff, complex combat situations, air-to-air and air-to-ground engagements, air-to-air refueling, and armored vehicle operations, ensuring trainees are fully immersed in realistic environments.
CAE is a leading provider of simulation-based training solutions for armoured fighting vehicle (AFV) crews, including drivers, gunners/operators, and commanders. Their Driver Training Systems are essential for preparing tank and AFV crews to practice and rehearse various missions in a modern battlefield setting within a cohesive virtual environment. These advanced systems offer progressive training that ranges from basic operator skills to full turret crew operations in a collective tactics environment, featuring fully interactive training at troop, detachment, and platoon levels. Additionally, CAE's systems support interoperability at the brigade level and foster inter-vehicle teamwork through networked simulators. The solutions enable comprehensive training for both wheeled and tracked vehicles, enhancing driver handling and control skills from initial training through to redeployment and continuation training. Key benefits include accurate ballistic simulation for precision gunnery, realistic and cost-effective training that optimizes the balance between live fire and synthetic exercises, and interoperability with other training devices for broader collective training opportunities.
CAE’s Loadmaster Fuselage Trainers are advanced simulation-based training solutions designed to enhance the skills of loadmasters responsible for managing cargo operations in military and humanitarian missions. These trainers enable loadmasters to conduct realistic training scenarios within a Full-Mission Simulator (FMS), where they can practice coordinated aerial deliveries alongside aircrew. The system features a virtual cargo compartment and a Visual Awareness Recognition Screen (VARS) that provides real-time visual feedback on cargo loading, ramp door operations, and deployment processes. By integrating cutting-edge technology, CAE’s Loadmaster Trainers address the unique challenges faced by loadmasters, ensuring they are well-prepared for various operational environments.
GlobalSim is an advanced constructive simulation solution developed through the collaboration of CAE and ROLANDS & ASSOCIATES, a subsidiary of Valkyrie Enterprises. Designed for military commanders and their staff, GlobalSim provides a comprehensive training environment that supports planning, testing, and critical decision-making in complex operational scenarios. By integrating CAE's GESI command and staff training system with R&A's Joint Theater-Level Simulation - Global Operations (JTLS-GO), GlobalSim enables users to experience a federated simulation that combines theater-level and entity-level perspectives. This innovative approach allows for multi-level exercises, offering command leadership a realistic and detailed view of the operational landscape, essential for effective mission preparation and execution.
The CAE Medallion-6000MR is a state-of-the-art image generator designed for military applications, representing the latest advancement in CAE's Medallion family. It fully supports the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) Common Database (CDB) standard, enhancing terrain accuracy and local features such as rivers and roads. This image generator utilizes cutting-edge commercial-off-the-shelf graphics processors to deliver exceptional image quality and scene density, creating highly realistic synthetic environments. Key features include realistic 3D ocean simulations with detailed water effects, improved night scene fidelity, and the ability to modify environments dynamically during training. The Medallion-6000MR is ideal for various training scenarios, including collective and distributed mission operations.
CAE's Flight School Training Support Services (FSTSS) program, awarded in 2023, enhances rotary wing flight training at Fort Novosel, Alabama, under a 12-year contract with General Dynamics Information Technology. This initiative, part of the U.S. Army's Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation, focuses on developing and delivering advanced full-flight simulators for the CH-47F and UH-60M helicopters. By integrating new training devices and implementing software configurations for reconfigurable collective training, CAE aims to meet the rigorous simulation requirements of the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence. The FSTSS program is recognized as the largest helicopter simulation training initiative globally, succeeding the long-standing Flight School XXI program.
The Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program, led by the U.S. Air Force, aims to develop the next generation intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) as a nuclear deterrent. CAE USA, following its acquisition of L3 Link Simulation and Training, collaborates with prime contractor Northrop Grumman to enhance missile systems training capabilities at Offutt AFB in Nebraska and Vandenberg AFB in California. This initiative focuses on ensuring that operators are thoroughly trained in operations, maintenance, and security for this complex weapons system. The comprehensive training solution includes a collective trainer designed for leadership decision-making, featuring advanced situational awareness simulations to prepare personnel for real-world challenges.
The Simulator Common Architecture Requirements Standards (SCARS) program, led by CAE USA, aims to revolutionize the U.S. Air Force's flight training capabilities by integrating and standardizing aircraft training simulators. Following the acquisition of L3 Link Simulation and Training, CAE USA is at the forefront of developing a unified architecture that enhances the interoperability of approximately 2,400 simulators across 300 locations. This initiative focuses on establishing common standards for simulator design and operation, incorporating advanced cybersecurity measures to facilitate remote software updates and create a more interconnected training environment. The initial phase of the program targets nine sites, setting the stage for a comprehensive transformation in mission training efficiency and effectiveness.
The Action Speed Tactical Trainer (ASTT) by CAE is an advanced simulation-based system tailored for immersive naval operations training. This comprehensive platform features a network of computers that serve as player workstations and game control stations, allowing for the simulation of various assets including ships, submarines, aircraft, and shore-based sites. The ASTT enables the creation of intricate training scenarios defined by factors such as atmospheric and ocean conditions, force composition, sensor systems, and mission objectives. Designed to enhance communication and tactical proficiency among command teams, the system supports three levels of exercise control: force controller, instructor controller, and exercise manager, each providing varying degrees of oversight. Currently, the ASTT is employed by the Indian Navy to effectively prepare personnel for real-world maritime challenges.
