Exail and CATC Thailand Strengthen Their Partnership to Advance Aircraft Maintenance Training

Thailand – Exail is pleased to announce the continuation and expansion of its collaboration with the Civil Aviation Training Center (CATC) of Thailand, one of Southeast Asia’s leading aviation training institutions. As part of this long-standing relationship, CATC continues to rely on Exail’s A320 Maintenance Training Devices (MTD) to support the training of future aircraft maintenance technicians and aviation professionals.

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to delivering high-quality, practical, and technology-driven maintenance training that helps prepare the next generation of aviation professionals for the operational realities of modern commercial aircraft maintenance.

CATC serves as Thailand’s national aviation training institution and is recognized as a regional center of excellence offering pilot, maintenance, air traffic management, and aviation management training programs. The organization holds internationally recognized certifications and accreditations, reinforcing its role as a key contributor to aviation workforce development across the Asia-Pacific region.

Through the deployment of Exail’s A320 Maintenance Training Devices, CATC provides its trainees with an immersive and interactive learning environment. The training devices enable students and instructors to practice maintenance procedures, troubleshoot aircraft systems, and develop operational competencies in a risk-free setting before working on live aircraft.

Exail’s maintenance training solutions are specifically designed to enhance knowledge retention, operational efficiency, and maintenance readiness while reducing training costs. By combining high-fidelity simulation with realistic maintenance scenarios, Exail helps training organizations deliver practical and effective learning experiences aligned with airline and MRO industry standards.

Regular exchanges between Exail and CATC are essential to ensure that training solutions remain aligned with industry requirements and evolving maintenance practices. This close collaboration enables both organizations to share expertise, discuss future developments, and continuously improve training effectiveness for maintenance personnel.

"CATC is recognized as one of the leading aviation training organizations in Southeast Asia. We are proud that our A320 Maintenance Training Devices contribute to the development of highly skilled aviation maintenance professionals in Thailand. This collaboration illustrates our joint commitment to training excellence, innovation, and aviation safety." - Audrey Jeffroy Head of Sales Aero Simulation Exail

"Safety and operational readiness are at the core of aviation maintenance training. Exail's A320 Maintenance Training Devices allow our trainees to practice complex troubleshooting scenarios in a controlled, risk-free environment. This immersive experience ensures our graduates possess not only strong technical competencies but also a deeply ingrained safety-first mindset before working on live commercial aircraft." - Pongphol Aeimopas, Ground Instructor, Aeronautical Engineering Division, Civil Aviation Training Center Thailand

This collaboration supports CATC’s ambition to strengthen Thailand’s position as a regional aviation hub and to meet the growing demand for qualified maintenance personnel across Asia. The need for skilled aviation technicians continues to increase as airlines expand their fleets and maintenance organizations develop their capabilities throughout the region.

Exail looks forward to continuing its partnership with CATC and supporting its future training initiatives through innovative simulation technologies and advanced maintenance training solutions.

About CATC
The Civil Aviation Training Center (CATC) is Thailand’s national aviation training institute. CATC provides education and professional training across a wide range of aviation disciplines, including aircraft maintenance, pilot training, air traffic services, and aviation management. The organization serves both domestic and international aviation stakeholders and is recognized as a leading aviation training center in the Asia-Pacific region.

About Exail
Exail provides advanced simulation and training solutions for the aviation industry, supporting both pilot and maintenance training. Through innovative technologies and high-fidelity simulation systems, Exail helps aviation organizations improve safety, operational performance, and workforce readiness worldwide.

Source: Exail