Hong Kong – The Cathay Flight Training Centre, part of the Cathay Group, has welcomed a new state‑of‑the‑art full‑flight simulator – a CAE manufactured Airbus A320neo 7000XR.

• The training device features CAE’s Prodigy visual system, elevating realism and enabling advanced airline‑crew scenarios.

• The move supports the Cathay Group’s broader fleet renewal and training expansion plans, which include orders for more than 100 aircraft (with over 30 A320neo/A321neo) and investments exceeding HK$100 billion in fleet, cabin and digital innovation.

Statements

• “Cathay and CAE have built a longstanding partnership focused on delivering high-quality training for pilots and crew, with a shared commitment to safety and operational excellence. Over the years, we have integrated a wide range of CAE training devices at our Flight Training Centre in Hong Kong. This partnership has helped Cathay to establish a state-of-the-art training environment, supporting the development of world-class aviation professionals. The recent addition of the A320 Neo CAE 7000XR Simulator marks another milestone in this collaboration, further strengthening Cathay.” – Alex McGowan,  Cathay Chief Operations and Service Delivery Officer

• “This A320 full-flight simulator marks a meaningful milestone in our collaboration with Cathay. Featuring CAE’s advanced Prodigy visual system, the device enhances training realism and supports Cathay’s commitment to operational excellence. As Cathay continues to invest in quality and commonality across its training infrastructure, CAE is proud to be a trusted partner on their journey.” – Michel Azar-Hmouda, CAE’s Division President, Commercial Aviation

Source: Cathay Pacific