US to test virtual reality headsets for helicopter pilot training

The Federal Aviation Administration will evaluate virtual reality technology in flight simulators for the first time, taking delivery of systems from Zurich-based Loft Dynamics, the company said on July 17. — AP

US aviation regulators are turning to a small Swiss technology startup to rethink how helicopter pilots are trained.

The Federal Aviation Administration will evaluate virtual reality technology in flight simulators for the first time, taking delivery of systems from Zurich-based Loft Dynamics, the company said on July 17.