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New CRJ 200/700 FFS Boosts Regional Jet Training Capacity in Southern Africa

South Africa — full-flight simulator training center operator Simaero has completed the installation and certification of a Bombardier CRJ 200/700 full-flight simulator at its Johannesburg training center. The simulator is now fully operational and certified by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA).

  • The simulator was installed by Simaero’s in-house engineering team, working alongside local expert technicians, ensuring a precision-engineered assembly and testing process.

  • The device is operated in partnership with France based FFS training center ICAE

  • Simaero Africa welcomed CemAir as one of the initial operators on the device.

Source: Simaero

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UK-headquartered Leading Edge Aviation Adds 4th Elixir Aircraft to Spain Base Fleet

Spain – Leading Edge Aviation, a flight training group operating bases in the United Kingdom and Spain, has expanded its training fleet with the arrival of its fourth Elixir aircraft at its Alhama campus in Spain.

In October 2024, Leading Edge Aviation announced a significant new partnership with Elixir Aircraft and Green Aerolease that will enhance training capabilities and further its commitment to more sustainable flight training through the addition of five Elixir Aircraft.

Statements

  • “I had the opportunity to fly alongside one of our amazing Flight Instructors, Filipe Balsa, in the latest addition to the fleet at Alhama, our 4th Elixir, which arrived this week. Light, responsive, and with great performance, it truly represents the latest generation of training aircraft.” – Dave Alexander, COO

Source: Leading Edge Aviation

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BRM AERO’s Bristell B23 Gains FAA Type Certification Under Part 23

Czech Republic & USA — Czech aircraft manufacturer BRM AERO has announced that its Bristell B23 aircraft has received FAA Type Certification under Part 23 regulations, complementing its existing EASA CS-23 certification. This dual approval significantly enhances Bristell’s global marketability, particularly for flight schools and private operators seeking versatile, certified training platforms across multiple jurisdictions.

  • The Bristell B23, a two-seat all-metal aircraft designed for training and touring, now holds dual certification from both the FAA and EASA, allowing expanded use across North America and Europe.

  • With over 1,100 aircraft delivered across four continents since 2009, Bristell has established a strong footprint in commercial pilot training and general aviation markets.

  • The company plans to extend FAA certification across the entire B23 variant lineup, including:

    • Rotax 912iS, 915iS, and 916iS engine configurations

    • IFR-capable models for more advanced pilot training use cases

  • The B23 features a Garmin glass cockpit, modern avionics, and a 750 kg MTOW, with a 300 kg useful load and 130 cm (51 inch) cockpit width, making it one of the most comfortable and capable aircraft in its category.

  • BRM AERO maintains a global support infrastructure with:

    • 30+ international dealers

    • 90% in-house manufacturing

    • 24-hour global parts dispatch system, minimizing downtime for operators

Statements

  • “This FAA certification represents a significant milestone in our global expansion strategy. Having both EASA and FAA approvals validates our engineering excellence and opens new opportunities for flight schools, aviation clubs, and private pilots across international markets. We will continue pursuing FAA certification for additional B23 variants to offer our customers the widest possible range of options.” — Martin Bříštěla, CEO and Co-founder, Bristell Aircraft

Source: BRM AERO

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