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Aquila tech to optimise training management for Ascent

Aquila Learning has been awarded a nine-year contract by Ascent Flight Training for the supply of its ALaRMS Training Management System software, together with associated services, training and support.


 
Above: Andy Baker, Ascent Commercial & ICT Director and Mark Radbourne, CEO Aquila Learning.
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The new contract is part of Aquila’s continued growth across the UK MoD and builds on its existing high-profile customer-base within Defence and Aerospace.
 
As part of Ascent’s Digital Transformation and following a rigorous competitive tender process, Aquila’s ALaRMS toolset was selected to support Ascent’s training of pilots and mission aircrew for the UK’s Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS).

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The system will be rebranded as the Ascent Training Operations and Management System (ATOMS) for UKMFTS users. It will enable Ascent to optimise the management, delivery and assurance of training, creating a gold standard for contracted military flight training services anywhere in the world.

ALaRMS’ modern interface, high configurability, depth of functionality and technology innovation roadmap will help drive a giant leap forward in the management and delivery of flight training.
 
ALaRMS will be delivered across five locations, supporting over 2,000 staff and trainees operating a combination of live and synthetic training assets and devices in support of UKMFTS.
 
Mark Radbourne, CEO at Aquila Learning Ltd said: “Military flying training is often hugely complex and demanding, bringing a unique set of challenges that require the right mix of people, process, and technology to succeed.

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"We are truly delighted to be working with Ascent to support UKMFTS and future military training systems worldwide with innovative learning technologies and support services.”

Andy Baker, Ascent Commercial and ICT Director, said: "Aquila's expertise and vision for the future of training management software make them an ideal partner for us.

"We are confident that this partnership will improve our employee and customer experience and enhance our operational efficiency. We are excited to work together and start the implementation phase for this very important project."

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