COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 07, 2026
Three aircraft training programs have been approved, and three more are expected in 2026.
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 07, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–FlightSafety International Inc., the global leader in aviation training and simulation technologies, announced today that it has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the Virtual Aircraft Pre-Flight Inspection (VAPI) with assessment mode for three aircraft training programs: Embraer EMB-550, Gulfstream G500/G600, and Citation Latitude.
This innovative capability allows pilots in initial training to conduct a 3D virtual inspection of the aircraft before flight in Training mode, with the additional option to move directly to the cockpit, followed by the Evaluation mode, which allows pilots to perform their part of the pre-flight check.
“VAPI represents a significant advance in training innovation,” said David Penney, vice president of safety, tutorials, and regulatory affairs at FlightSafety International. “By leveraging an immersive 3D environment, it provides pilots with a more engaging and convenient way to develop familiarity with aircraft, strengthen inspection discipline, and better prepare for real-world operations.”
Three other aircraft training programs – the Gulfstream G280, Gulfstream G650, and Dassault Falcon 8X – are expected to undergo Virtual Aircraft Pre-Flight Inspection with assessment mode in 2026. They will be followed by the Pilatus PC-12 and PC-24, Gulfstream G700/G800, and others.
VAPI is already available in select FlightSafety learning centers for the Citation Latitude, and in all Falcon 8X, Gulfstream G280, G500/G600, G650, Pilatus PC-12, PC-24, and Embraer EMB-550 training programs.
About FlightSafety International Inc.
FlightSafety International is the world’s leading professional aviation training company and provider of flight simulators, visual systems, and displays for educational, commercial, government, and military organizations. In 2026, the company celebrates its 75th anniversary, marking over seven decades of progress in aviation safety through rigorous real-world training programs for pilots, technicians, and other professionals from over 170 countries. FSI currently operates a global fleet of state-of-the-art simulators in learning centers and training facilities on six continents. For more information, please visit flightsafety.com.
