Aviation is one of the fastest growing industries, providing over 87.7 million jobs worldwide. The expansion of this industry has resulted in a critical need for pilots, aerospace engineers, and maintenance personnel, but training these professionals is time-consuming and costly. To tackle these challenges, aviation is turning to immersive technology devices, such as Virtual Reality (VR) haptic gloves, as an efficient and affordable way of training.
This article explores how the features of VR haptic gloves are transforming and optimizing training methods in the aviation sector.

What are VR haptic gloves?
VR haptic gloves are wearable devices designed to simulate the sense of touch in virtual environments. They allow users to physically interact with digital objects exactly like they would in real life, making VR feel more real. A standout example is the SenseGlove Nova 2, a compact VR glove that uses three types of haptic feedback to create realistic sensations when manipulating virtual objects. The features of the Nova 2 can make virtual training interactions feel more natural.
Some aviation companies are already implementing VR gloves in their training processes. Virtual and augmented reality can efficiently address the main challenges of training in this industry, bringing countless benefits in comparison to traditional methods. Here are some of them:
Scalable training solutions
Conventional training in aviation relies on physical simulations and the availability of qualified instructors. Because of this, only a few trainees are able to get hands-on experience at the
same time, leading to long wait times for new hires. This drastically increases the time it takes a company to train personnel. With VR gloves and virtual environments, training can be expanded and adapted to accommodate multiple learners at once. Users can practice simultaneously, at their own pace, and from any location with these devices, making training scalable, much faster and more efficient.
Cost-effective training
Fuel costs, maintenance fees and insurance are only some of the financial burdens of conventional aviation training. The cost of flight training alone for aspiring pilots can amount to up to 50,000 USD per person. With VR gloves, training a group of new hires costs a fraction of that. Multiple users can practice with the same set of gloves, and companies can also easily update training scenarios when new aircraft models or procedures are introduced.
Improved skill retention
Research shows that implementing haptic feedback in training environments can lead to a higher engagement during training, especially in fields such as aviation where hands-on experience is crucial. VR and haptic gloves provide the cues that the brain needs to create muscle memory and increase retention and performance. The immersive experience that VR gloves provide helps trainees learn how to perform complex tasks faster and more efficiently.
Elevate your training with VR gloves
As the aviation industry continues to grow, more and more aviation companies are integrating VR gloves into training to meet their onboarding needs. As a result, we are
seeing aviation professionals being better prepared, safer and more efficient in their roles. At SenseGlove, we are committed to developing scalable haptic VR technology to make that happen.
Find out how your company could optimize training processes with our VR haptic gloves. Get in touch with us and request a kit of our Nova 2 VR gloves to make training more efficient than ever.