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Nextech3D.AI adds F-35 flight simulation experiences

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Executive Summary

  • Nextech3D.AI Corp. has entered into a strategic partnership with The Squadron to integrate advanced F-35 fighter jet flight simulation experiences into its Krafty Lab Enterprise Engagement Platform.
  • The integration aims to expand Krafty Lab’s catalog into high-performance, simulation-based experiential engagement, targeting enterprise leadership development, team building, and premium client entertainment.
  • The partnership supports Nextech3D.AI’s strategy to capture larger enterprise deals and recurring revenue through higher-value, immersive programming bundled with its existing Eventdex and MapD platforms.

Key Details

  • Partnership Agreement: Signed between Nextech3D.AI Corp. and The Squadron to offer F-35 flight simulation experiences.
  • Product Integration: F-35 simulations are being added to the Krafty Lab enterprise experience catalog.
  • Simulation Features: The experiences replicate high-fidelity F-35 operations, emphasizing:
    • Advanced decision-making under pressure.
    • Multisystem coordination and situational awareness.
    • Team communication and leadership in high-stakes environments.
    • Real-time feedback and performance analytics.
  • Target Use Cases:
    • Leadership and decision-making programs.
    • Executive and board-level offsites.
    • Sales kickoffs and incentive programs.
    • Client entertainment and VIP engagement.
  • Strategic Impact:
    • Aims to support larger deal sizes and longer-term customer relationships.
    • Aligns with a tiered enterprise pricing model to expand into larger annualized contracts.
    • Bundled with existing Krafty Lab offerings (interactive games, creative workshops) for multiformat engagement strategies.
  • Ecosystem Context: Krafty Lab operates alongside Eventdex (registration/ticketing) and MapD (spatial intelligence) to form a unified enterprise event and engagement operating system.

Notable Quotes

  • "Adding advanced flight simulation experiences -- especially platforms as sophisticated as the F-35 -- significantly elevates what enterprises can achieve through experiential engagement. These programs deliver intensity, realism and collaboration at a level few experiences can match, making them ideal for leadership development and premium enterprise engagement." — Evan Gappelberg, CEO, Nextech3D.AI
  • "The F-35 represents the pinnacle of modern aviation technology, demanding precision, situational awareness and teamwork. By partnering with Krafty Lab, we're bringing that level of immersive, performance-driven simulation to enterprise organizations looking to challenge, inspire and engage their teams in a truly unforgettable way." — Ohad Boaz, General Manager, The Squadron
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