Loft Dynamics Raises $24M to Expand VR Pilot Training Across Airlines

• Friedkin led the $24 million Series B round with participation from Alaska Airlines and existing investors.
• New funding will support the rollout of VR airline simulators and the development of a spatial computing–powered home training kit.

Loft Dynamics has raised $24 million in a Series B funding round led by Friedkin, with participation from Alaska Airlines, Sky Dayton, Craft Ventures, and UP.Partners. This brings the company’s total funding to $60 million.

“Through Alaska Star Ventures, our corporate venture capital arm, we are excited to support Loft Dynamics in bringing FAA-qualified VR technology to commercial airline training,” said Pasha Saleh, corporate development director, Alaska Airlines, in a press release. “We look forward to working closely with Loft to revolutionize pilot training, making it more immersive and effective. This investment will not only enhance our industry-leading training program but also pave the way for future training solutions across the aviation industry.”

The company will use the investment to expand its FAA- and EASA-qualified VR training systems to commercial airlines. It is currently used by operators such as Airbus Helicopters, the Los Angeles Police Department, and Air Greenland. It will also expand its offerings to include Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 VR simulators, featuring full-motion hardware, multi-crew cockpits, haptic controls, body and eye tracking, and AI-powered performance feedback.

Loft Dynamics is also developing a spatial computing–powered home training kit that allows pilots to review sessions, access immersive content, and train remotely from either the base or their living room. Dan Friedkin will join the company’s board alongside existing Series A investors.

🌀 Tom’s Take:

VR flight training is proving its value in real-world aviation. Backing from airlines and major investors suggests broader adoption across the industry is happening.

Source: Loft Dynamics