MONTRÉAL, July 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Top Aces Inc., the global leader in advanced operational air combat training, today announced the completion of its acquisition of Select Global International (SGI), a Canadian defence company specializing in simulator-based fighter pilot instruction for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). The transaction, first announced on June 11, 2026, merges SGI's high-fidelity synthetic training expertise with Top Aces' more than 20 years of advanced live-fly operational training.
Combined Capabilities for Fifth-Generation Fighter Training
The combined expertise positions Top Aces to support the RCAF's transition to a fifth-generation fighter capability, advancing the objectives of Canada's Operational Training Infrastructure Enterprise Modernization (OTIEM). By integrating live and virtual training environments, Top Aces aims to deliver more comprehensive and cost-effective training solutions.
About Top Aces
Founded in 2000 by former RCAF CF-18 pilots, Top Aces delivers advanced, live-fly combat training to the Canadian Armed Forces, NATO, and allied forces worldwide. The company boasts an industry-leading safety record of more than 150,000 accident-free flight hours and operates the world's largest fleet of commercially owned tactical fighter aircraft, including the only privately operated F-16s. Top Aces emphasizes safety, credibility, and operational realism to prepare allied forces against advanced, near-peer threats.
About Select Global International
Select Global International is a Canadian defence company founded in 2013, specializing in simulator-based fighter pilot instruction and synthetic training solutions for the RCAF. Its staff includes veteran CF-18 instructor pilots with extensive operational and leadership experience.
According to Top Aces, the acquisition strengthens its ability to provide mission-critical training informed by real-world experience. The company continues to operate with an uncompromising commitment to safety and operational realism.
Media Contact: Erin Black, Director of Corporate Communications and Marketing, Top Aces, +1 (514) 694-7224, media@topaces.com.
