CAE Inc. has delivered the first of two next‑generation flight simulators to Joby Aviation, a leading developer of electric vertical‑takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The simulator, built in partnership with CAE, is slated for FAA qualification as a Level 7 Flight Training Device, while the second unit will target Level C Full Flight Simulator certification. Both units employ CAE’s Prodigy Image Generator, a graphics engine powered by Epic Games’ Unreal Engine that delivers photorealistic urban environments for pilot training.
The delivery marks a strategic pivot for CAE, which has historically served airlines and defense customers. By entering the urban air mobility (UAM) training market, CAE opens a new revenue stream and positions itself to capture demand as eVTOL operators seek certified pilots. The contract also demonstrates the versatility of CAE’s simulation technology, showing that its high‑fidelity platforms can be adapted to the unique flight dynamics of electric vertical aircraft.
Financially, the contract fits into CAE’s broader growth narrative. In Q2 2025, CAE reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.23 on revenue of $1.24 billion, a performance that underscored disciplined cost management amid a mixed aviation environment. The company’s Q4 FY2025 results showed annual revenue of $4.7 billion and adjusted EPS of $1.21, reflecting the cumulative impact of its diversified portfolio. While the specific value of the Joby contract has not been disclosed, the partnership is expected to contribute materially to CAE’s civil aviation segment in the coming years.
Management highlighted the significance of the deal. Alexandre Prévost, CAE’s President of Civil Aviation, said the simulators “set a new benchmark for training infrastructure in urban air mobility.” Bonny Simi, Joby’s President of Operations, noted that the simulators are “central to the FAA certification process and are being delivered on time to support pilot training ahead of Joby’s first commercial flights planned for later this year.” These comments underscore both companies’ confidence in the technology and the regulatory pathway.
The broader market context reinforces the importance of this milestone. The UAM sector is projected to grow rapidly, with Joby targeting commercial operations in 2026 after earlier 2024–2025 launch plans. FAA certification remains a critical hurdle, and the simulators are a key component of Joby’s Part 135 air operator’s certificate. CAE’s entry into this space positions it to benefit from the anticipated surge in eVTOL pilot training demand as the industry moves from prototype to commercial service.
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