Lufthansa Cargo will roll out a virtual reality (VR) training programme for aircraft loading supervisors starting October 2025, aiming to train staff more flexibly and safely. The programme will allow ground personnel to practise aircraft handling tasks in a realistic virtual environment, as part of the company’s plan to expand its digitalisation projects in air freight operations.
The VR training will allow employees to practise processes, safety regulations and communication in a virtual setting, independent of live operations. The goal is to help staff learn faster and understand tasks more effectively through immersive practice.
“With this project, we are not only strengthening the qualifications of our Aircraft Loading Supervisors but also our role as an innovation driver in the industry. This technology allows us to train our employees in a practical manner while ensuring the highest safety and efficiency standards,” said Momo Ruzic, Station Manager Frankfurt at Lufthansa Cargo.
Lufthansa Cargo says using VR will help reduce training costs and lower the need for physical resources, providing a flexible and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional training methods.