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UAE-based Pilot Training Organization Pier Seven Aviation Completes Type Rating for Kyrgyzstan Airline in May 2025

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates – based full flight simulator training center Pier Seven Aviation has completed Airbus A320 and Boeing B737NG type rating for a batch of pilots from Kyrgyzstan operator Avia Traffic Company.

Avia Traffic Company operates 2x A320 and 4 B737NG.

“We sincerely thank Avia Traffic Company for placing their trust in us, and for choosing Pier Seven Aviation as their training partner. We’re proud to support our airline partners in building the next generation of flight deck professionals.” shared Pier Seven Aviation.

Pier Seven Aviation operates a fleet of six dynamic simulators, including the A320 NEO, A320 CEO, B737 CL, B737 NG, and B747.

Source: Pier Seven Aviation

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CAE and AirAsia Strengthen Pilot Training Partnership Through Offsite Strategy Session

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – CAE, a global leader in aviation training and simulation, recently held an offsite business and partnership review workshop with the senior management team of AirAsia Group, further strengthening the collaboration between the two organisations in the Asia-Pacific region.

  • The offsite event took place just outside of Kuala Lumpur, bringing together CAE’s APAC Commercial Aviation management team and senior leaders from AirAsia Group.

  • The session focused on reviewing ongoing business operations and strategic partnerships between CAE and AirAsia.

  • Key discussions included addressing current training challenges, identifying new areas for cooperation, and aligning on shared objectives to enhance CAE’s support to AirAsia.

CAE operates: CAE Kuala Lumpur, one of the largest training center’s in the region, which provides training to over 30 airlines from across the region. The center is equipped with six full flight simulators (FFS) and four flight training devices (FTD).

In 2017 CAE announced that it had concluded the acquisition of AirAsia’s share of the Asian Aviation Centre of Excellence (AACE) – which operated three AACE training centres located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Singapore; and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Source: CAE

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Boeing Nears Targeted 737 MAX Production Rate of 38 Aircraft Per Month

USA – Boeing is showing positive momentum towards stabilizing production of its 737 MAX aircraft at 38 units per month, a limit that was enforced by U.S. regulators in early 2024.

  • Boeing Commercial Airplanes VP of Quality Doug Ackerman said the company expects to stabilize monthly output at 38 aircraft “in the next couple of months.”

  • According to media report’s sources indicated the manufacturer is on track to produce around 38 aircraft by the end of May 2025.

  • The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had capped monthly production at 38 units after a door plug detached from a 737 MAX 9 in January 5, 2024.

  • The FAA subsequently conducted a thorough production audit, increased oversight, and required Boeing to present a comprehensive plan to improve production quality.

In its latest Chief Aerospace Safety Officer Report, Boeing reported a 220% increase in employee reports submitted via the company’s “Speak Up” tool between 2023 and 2024, an indication of growing internal transparency and issue reporting.

AFM team note – in 2018 Boeing achieved a peak month of 52 B737MAX aircraft per month.

Source: Boeing and Media Reporting

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ProSim Training Solutions Collaborates with Spanish Flight Training Group to Enhance Pilot Training

Spain – Flyschool Air Academy, a Spanish flight training group, has entered into a strategic partnership with Netherlands-based ProSim Training Solutions, a provider of advanced flight simulation systems, to enhance the knowledge of its students for the MCC and Type Rating training phases through integration of real-life MCDUs and ProSim’s FMS Trainer software.

  • The partnership will provide the academy’s students access to Multi-Function Control and Display Unit (MCDU) of various jet airliner types.

  • These MCDUs feature aircraft-grade components, high-resolution LCD displays, and backlit keypads, providing students with realistic interaction with commercial flight management systems.

  • ProSim’s FMS Trainer will also be used in training. This software simulates complete flight systems management from takeoff to landing, featuring a global navigation database for accurate route planning and execution.

Source: Flyschool Air Academy

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Flight School Headset Provider Enters Philippine Training Market Through 2025 Partnership

Philippines – Kore Aviation has formally entered the Philippine flight training market through a new distribution partnership with Harris Aviation Solutions Philippines Inc., making its KA-1 aviation headset the standard issue in pilot starter kits across the country’s flight schools.

  • Kore Aviation’s KA-1 headset will now be included in cadet starter kits provided by Harris Aviation to pilot trainees nationwide.

  • Harris Aviation Solutions Philippines Inc., a known supplier to the general aviation and training sector, will facilitate distribution.

  • The KA-1 headset provides 24 dB passive noise reduction, dual volume controls, a noise-canceling electret microphone, gel ear seals, and an AUX input compatible with cockpit apps such as ForeFlight.

  • The headset is tailored for student pilot needs, offering durability, comfort, and performance for extended training use.

Statement’s

  • “We’re thrilled to partner with Kore Aviation to bring their headsets to flight schools across the Philippines. The KA-1 is a perfect fit for student pilots: reliable, comfortable, and built to perform under rigorous training conditions,” said Harris Camposagrado, CEO of Harris Aviation Solutions Philippines Inc.
  • “This marks a key milestone for Kore Aviation as we expand our reach into Asia,” added Min Kim, CEO of Kore Aviation. “We’re proud to support the growth of aviation in the Philippines and honored that our KA-1 headset will be part of the learning experience for so many future pilots.”

Source: Kore Aviation

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