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Cirrus training scales up at Scottsdale
Cirrus Scottsdale will utilise the simulator for recurrent Vision Jet training and can accommodate 45 pilots per month. The simulator building is housed in an off-airport facility near Cirrus Scottsdale at Scottsdale airport.
Cirrus is known for its ‘personal’ jet aircraft.
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Cirrus Aircraft is expanding its recurrent Vision Jet flight training capability at Cirrus Scottsdale in Arizona. Constructed by CAE, the Vision Jet flight training simulator replicates the flight deck environment to effectively train pilots on procedures, manoeuvres and emergencies. Cirrus Scottsdale will utilise the simulator for recurrent Vision Jet training and can accommodate 45 pilots per month. The new simulator building is housed in an off-airport facility near Cirrus Scottsdale at Scottsdale airport.

“Cirrus is making Vision Jet flight training more accessible to customers on the West Coast,” reveals Zean Nielsen, chief executive officer of Cirrus. “We are expanding flight training in Scottsdale, enhancing our capacity and convenience for our customers. The Cirrus Scottsdale investment is integral for our owner community seeking Vision Jet recurrent training.”

Cirrus Scottsdale currently provides Cirrus flight training for the SR Series and Vision Jet pilot services through Cirrus One, the exclusive, concierge aircraft management service for Cirrus SR Series and Vision Jet owners. With the expansion of flight training capability to now include recurrent Vision Jet training, Cirrus Scottsdale will recruit additional flight instructors, simulator technicians and administrative team members.

Once owners arrive at Cirrus Scottsdale, they will be greeted by a concierge who will assist them with transportation and other details for their stay. Cirrus Scottsdale welcomes Vision Jet pilots seeking recurrent training in March 2026.

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