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Greece’s Global Aviation SA’s Managing Director Speaks at Athens Infrastructure & Transport Conference 2025

Greece – Global Aviation SA, one of the countries largest flight training organisations, participated in the 8th Infrastructure & Transport Conference on 24 September at the Megaron Athens International Conference Center. Managing Director Alexandros Tsaktanis joined a panel on “Air Transport: The challenges for the upward path” alongside senior figures from the national and regional aviation sector.

Global Aviation SA offers:

  • ATPL Integrated
  • ATPL Modular
  • MCC
  • ICAO-EASA Conversion

About Global Aviation
Founded in 1997, Global Aviation is an EASA-approved flight training organization headquartered in Athens, Greece. With over 28 years of training tradition, Global provides ATPL Integrated training through airline-standard SOPs, a strong safety record, and a culture rooted in care, professionalism, and consistency.

Source: Global Aviation SA

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Global Flight Training Group Airways Aviation Invited to Queensland, Australia Export Roundtable in the UAE

United Arab Emirates – Airways Aviation, one of the largest aviation and pilot training group’s in the world operating pilot training academies across Europe, the Middle East, Asia/Australia, India and Africa, has shared that it attended the Queensland Exporters Roundtable hosted in the United Arab Emirates by The Hon. Ros Bates MP. The event aimed to reinforce trade and educational ties between Australia and the Gulf region and saw Airways Aviation represented by Rizwan Taj.

  • Airways Aviation Dubai showcased its role in contributing to Queensland’s economy by directing students from the GCC region to Australia for full pilot training programs.

  • These students and their families generate significant economic value in Australia beyond tuition, including through accommodation, living expenses, and long-term engagement.

  • Rizwan Taj raised the ongoing challenges around international student visas, receiving positive responses from Queensland officials on potential institutional support.

Statements

  • “A big thank you to Kassem Y. and David Hackett from Trade & Investment Queensland for organizing such a valuable and well-structured roundtable. Events like this strengthen the bridge between Australia and the Middle East and open doors for future growth. From our Airways Aviation Dubai team, we see firsthand how many students choose Australia for training, bringing substantial investment into the Australian economy through education and family spending. It was also a pleasure meeting many officials who reassured us that positive changes are on the way, including stronger support and connections to help us grow further.” stated Rizwan Taj.

  • “Thank you Trade and Investment Queensland for inviting Airways Aviation to a round table discussion focused on strengthening trade and investment ties between QLD and the UAE, we were thrilled to participate.” stated Janet Dalby, CEO Australasia and Pacific at Airways Aviation.

Source: Rizwan Taj (Airways Aviation Dubai)

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Air Arabia Seeks Flight Crew Training Manager for New Operations in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia – Air Arabia, one of the Middle East’s leading low-cost carrier group’s headquartered in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, is seeking to recruit a Manager Crew Training for its new operations in Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Please see an outline of the job post below. For more information and to apply please do it directly with Air Arabia here.

  • The Manager – Crew Training will oversee flight crew training programmes including Simulator, SEP, CRM, Human Factors, and Safety & Survival training.

  • The role involves strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and standardisation of training methodologies across hubs.

  • Key responsibilities include managing instructor performance, pilot qualification processes, and continuous improvement of training facilities, systems, and manuals (OM-D).

  • The position requires a current ATPL and type rating on the Airbus A320, with at least two years of experience as a check airman or examiner.

  • Preference is given to Saudi national candidates in line with localisation efforts in KSA.

  • The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Flight Operations and liaise with HR, QA, and external regulators and training vendors.

Source: Air Arabia

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US Flight Training Group Highlights Partnership with Indian Pilot Training Facilitator TNC Aviation

Florida, USA – Phoenix East Aviation (PEA) has highlighted its partnership with one of India’s leading pilot training facilitators TNC Aviation. A partnership since 2020 the collaboration has aimed to streamline the training pathway for Indian students pursuing pilot licences in the United States including visa support, FAA medical guidance to DGCA exam prep.

Source: Phoenix East Aviation

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Global Flight Training Group Skyborne Highlights Ministry of Defence Career Transition Partnership (CTP)

United Kingdom – global pilot training group Skyborne which operates flight training bases across the United Kingdom and the United States, has been featured by the UK Ministry of Defence’s Career Transition Partnership (CTP) for its active recruitment and support of armed forces veterans transitioning into commercial aviation careers.

  • Approximately 70% of Skyborne’s Theoretical Knowledge Instructors (TKIs) come from the UK armed forces community.

  • Skyborne’s UK bases in Gloucestershire and Bournemouth offer employment opportunities for former military personnel in roles including Theoretical Knowledge Instructors, Flight Instructors, and operational support staff.

  • The academy signed the Armed Forces Covenant in 2021 and was awarded the Employer Recognition Scheme Bronze Award in 2022, recognising its commitment to veterans’ employment.

  • Skyborne offers a supportive, civilian-oriented training environment that values the professionalism, instructional experience, and dedication of military service members.

Source: Skyborne

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Air Arabia Seeking First Officers for New Saudi Operation

Saudi Arabia – Low-cost carrier group Air Arabia has opened recruitment for A320 First Officers to be based in its new operations launching from Dammam.

  • Air Arabia is prioritising Saudi nationals holding a current A320 type rating and a valid GACA license.

  • Qualified non-Saudi nationals based in GCC countries will also be considered.

  • Minimum requirements include 750 flying hours on the Airbus A320 Family, a valid IR, Class 1 Medical, and English Language Proficiency Level 4 or above.

  • Preference will be given to candidates with ATPL, experience in low-cost carrier operations, and familiarity with CRM, airport security protocols, and IATA standards.

For more information and to apply – apply directly with Air Arabia here.

Source: Air Arabia

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Simorg Releases the 5th Edition of its Customer Focus Series – Highlights Partnership with Paramount Aviation Services

USA & Turkiye– Florida based full flight simulator training center Paramount Aviation Services has been highlighted by digital management platform for simulator training centres Simorg.

  • Paramount Aviation Services now operates a 65,000 sq ft, 12-bay simulator campus across from Miami International Airport, supporting training for Boeing 757, 767, and Airbus A320 aircraft.

  • Paramount became the first Simorg user in the Americas, leveraging the platform to digitise training records, streamline operations, and ensure transparent regulatory oversight.

  • According to Gonzalez, Simorg has enabled the company to manage rapid growth efficiently, making them “100% digitally ready for all authority audits.”

  • Simorg, headquartered in Türkiye, has expanded globally with partnerships across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, including Lufthansa Aviation Training and Saudia Academy.

Statements

  • “Simorg is proud to digitally support Paramount in achieving this impressive growth. We are delighted to work with such an ambitious team that inspires us to grow stronger as we move forward together.” – Mert Yağcı, Commercial Director, Simorg

  • “Managing rapid growth requires more than just experience—it also takes the right tools. Simorg has played a key role in helping us integrate each new simulator smoothly into our operations.” – Nelson Gonzalez, Compliance Manager, Paramount Aviation Services

Source: Simorg

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer AMST to Deliver Next-Generation Spatial Disorientation Trainer to Hellenic Air Force

Greece – Simulation and aviation training systems manufacturer AMST has secured a contract to deliver its latest AIRFOX DISO Spatial Disorientation Trainer to the Hellenic Air Force (HAF), replacing the previous system that has been in operation for over two decades.

  • The Hellenic Air Force selected AMST’s next-generation AIRFOX DISO system following an international public tender.

  • The upgrade will replace the long-serving trainer located at Athens Air Force General Hospital, which had been operational for more than 20 years.

  • The AIRFOX DISO system offers advanced spatial disorientation training to better prepare military pilots for the physiological challenges of flight.

  • AMST met all technical and budgetary requirements, leveraging its deep familiarity with HAF’s training needs.

Source: AMST

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