Australia connects F-35 simulators via Lockheed Martin network for the first time

RAAF successfully links F-35 simulators at bases thousands of kilometres apart

Simulators are increasingly being used for more than just new pilot flight training; they are now tools for the development of tactics and rehearsing complex mission scenarios. Photo: Lockheed Martin Australia. One of the limitations of some new combat aircraft is that some are only built as single-seat aeroplanes. Thus, a pilot’s first flight in some of the most advanced 5th generation fighters is a solo flight. But with the fidelity of simulat…

Australia First International F-35 Partner to Link Simulators via Global Training Network

According to a Lockheed Martin press release, the Australian Department of Defence, in collaboration with Lockheed Martin, has successfully linked F-35 simulators at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) bases Williamtown and Tindal using the F-35 program’s distributed mission training (DMT) network. The connection makes Australia the first international F-35 customer to implement this capability. “With distributed mission training, we’re not just c…

Australia first to connect F-35 simulators via DMT network

Australia has become the first international F-35 operator to connect its simulators at two bases through Lockheed Martin's DMT network.

Australia connects F-35 simulators via Lockheed Martin network for the first time

Raashi Quattlebaum, Vice President of F-35 Training and Logistics at Lockheed Martin, highlighted the importance of the development: “With distributed mission training, we’re not just connecting simulators – we’re connecting pilots and strengthening operations for 21st-century security.” She added that virtual training helps F-35 pilots build skills and confidence needed to excel in aerial missions. The two sites, located over 2,800 kilometres a…