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What does CAE make for the military?

Last updated: October 2026

CAE of Montreal is the world’s top military flight-simulator maker — training pilots for 60-plus air forces on F-35, helicopter and transport simulators. The Canadian firm also runs live-virtual training ranges and mission-rehearsal systems for the US, UK, Australia and NATO allies.

At a glance

Company	CAE
Country	Canada
Headquarters	Montreal

Flagship systems

Military flight simulators
Live-virtual training ranges
Mission-rehearsal systems

Notable customers

60-plus air forces
United States
United Kingdom
Australia
NATO

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What does CAE make for the military?

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