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Aviation Distance Learning Provider, CPaT, Announces New Contract with Romanian Based Airline, Legend Airlines

CPaT Global, the world’s leading provider of distance learning for the airline and aviation industry announced they have been awarded a new contract with Romanian based airline, Legend Airlines. CPaT will be providing Legend with Airbus A340 Aircraft Systems courses tailored for their pilots and their Cabin Crew Training Suite, consisting of Aircraft Systems for Cabin Crew for their A330/340 fleet. The airline will also leverage CPaT Invent, a content design platform, which will enable them to easily tailor courses to their operational specifications as needed.

“CPaT is honored to partner with Legend Airlines to enhance the training of their pilots and cabin crew,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales. “With our Airbus A340 courseware and by leveraging the CPaT Invent platform, Legend Airlines can deliver dynamic, high-quality training programs designed for their team’s success.”

“Legend Airlines is proud to partner with CPaT, the world’s leading provider of distance learning for the training of Legend’s pilots and cabin crews, based on tailor-made high-quality training solutions.” – Quote from Legend Airlines

About CPaT
CPaT Global, LLC (CPaT) is the market leader in distance learning for the aviation industry. CPaT delivers software-as-a-service applications to more than 400 global aviation customers, serving 100,000+ individual training users each year. CPaT pioneered the use of distance learning in aviation training 30 years ago and has built on that legacy to offer new and imaginative training solutions that are practical, forward-looking, and invaluable. CPaT transforms aviation instruction by providing smart training solutions, with in-depth content and interactive courseware spanning aircraft systems, general subjects, and operational procedures.

About Legend Airlines
Legend Airlines is an EASA-registered airline, headquartered in Bucharest, Romania, who freshly started operations in 2023. Specializing in ACMI and charter operations, the company’s foundation is strongly underpinned by people who share the same passion for the aviation, with plenty of experience to the domain.

Legend Airlines has a fleet of 4 x A340-313 and offers tailor-made ACMI solutions to meet our customer’s needs and requirements along with a various range of customized charter services, from charter series to ad-hoc full- charter flights. Legend Airline’s operational efficiency and crews professionalism have formed the core pillars in gathering a consistent experience in operating Hajj flights and humanitarian/emergency evacuation flights.

Source: CPaT
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Aviation Distance Learning Provider, CPaT, Announces New Partnership with Saudia Academy

CPaT Global, is proud to announce a new partnership with Saudia Academy. This partnership will enhance training programs for both pilots and cabin crew across a variety of aircraft fleets, including the Airbus A320 CEO, Airbus A320 NEO, Airbus A330, Airbus A340, Boeing 747, Boeing 777, and Boeing 787. The Pilot Training program includes Aircraft Systems and General Subjects, while the Cabin Crew program offers a comprehensive training suite, including Aircraft Systems for Cabin Crew, General and Safety Subjects, and immersive 3D Cabins. Additionally, Saudia Academy will leverage CPaT Invent to create and customize training materials tailored to their specific operational needs.

“We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership between CPaT and the Saudia Academy, reinforcing our commitment to enhancing training quality in the Middle Eastern region,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales at CPaT. “By leveraging our robust library of pilot and cabin crew training courses and the customizable features of CPaT Invent, Saudia Academy will be empowered to tailor their training programs to meet their specific operational needs, ensuring comprehensive and effective training.”

Capt. Ismael S. Alkoshy, CEO of Saudia Academy said: “The partnership with CPaT will enhance the training programs at Saudia Academy to equip aviation professionals with relevant skills. We are all very excited by it as we know the program quality is very high standard, adapting perfectly to our training philosophy. We certainly look forward to working with CPaT benefiting many aviation professionals in the Kingdom to meet the objective of Saudi Arabia Vision 2030 by localizing the aviation Training in the kingdom.”

About CPaT
CPaT Global, LLC (CPaT) is the market leader in distance learning for the aviation industry. CPaT delivers software-as-a-service applications to more than 400 global aviation customers, serving 100,000+ individual training users each year. CPaT pioneered the use of distance learning in aviation training 30 years ago and has built on that legacy to offer new and imaginative training solutions that are practical, forward-looking, and invaluable. CPaT transforms aviation instruction by providing smart training solutions, with in-depth content and interactive courseware spanning aircraft systems, general subjects, and operational procedures.

About Saudia Academy
Saudia Academy is a Strategic Business Unit of Saudi Arabian Airlines Corporation. Located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and is considered the only Advanced Aviation Training Center in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with more than 60 years of experience. The Academy provides training to Saudia Airlines, flyadeal, and Saudia Private Aviation as well as other airlines in the MENA region, in all aviation fields including Flying, Inflight Service, Flight Safety, Aircraft Maintenance, English language, Marketing and Ground Operations, Customer Service, Aviation Management Courses and more. The academy provides professional and quality aviation training in compliance with national and international regulations and Safety Standards to Regional and Global commercial air carriers.  The Saudia Academy is also an IATA Regional Training Partner and an Authorized Training Center, offering IATA courses and other certificate programs.

Source: CPaT
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Middle East Based Pilot Training Operator Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise Launches Intercontinental Aviation Academy

Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise (IAE), a subsidiary of Mehyou Group, which operates flight training organisations in Lebanon and Cyprus, has launched the Intercontinental Aviation Academy.

“After years of establishing Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise’s presence across the Middle East and Eastern Europe, I am proud to announce the birth of our new Phoenix—Intercontinental Aviation Academy (IAA). This exciting transformation marks the dawn of a new era, where our legacy of excellence in aviation training takes flight. IAA represents more than just a name—it’s the embodiment of our unwavering commitment to shaping the future of aviation. With state-of-the-art facilities, a cutting-edge curriculum, and a vision focused on global expansion, IAA is ready to soar to new heights. ” shared Wissam Mehyou, CEO of Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise.

Last year in August 2024 Mr Mehyou shared in an interview that it is aiming on investing up to USD 20 million over the next five years

“We are actively studying multiple geographic locations to identify promising investment opportunities, aiming to invest up to $20 million in the next five years. By prioritising markets with high demand and a lack of adequate training infrastructure, we aim to significantly impact the future of aviation education and the development of skilled professionals across diverse regions,” shared Wissam Mehyou, CEO and Chairman of IAE.

For its new training base in Larnaca, Cyprus IAE is procuring a new and efficient fleet and is “we are actively exploring avenues such as electric aircraft and sustainable aviation fuels,” according to Mr Mehyou.

Source: Wissam Mehyou (Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise)

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Middle East Owned Flight Academy Conducts 68,000 Flight Hours in 2024

Turkey – Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), the flight training group subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, has announced remarkable growth over the past five years. The academy has expanded its operational capacity threefold and significantly increased its annual flight hours to 68,000 in 2024.

The academy currently trains 281 pilots annually, with plans to increase this figure to graduate 350 by 2026.

“The academy’s growth demonstrates our dedication to excellence in pilot training and our mission to support Turkish Airlines’ expanding global operations,” stated a spokesperson for Turkish Airlines Flight Academy.

TAFA announced the addition of three new aircraft to its training fleet in December 2024. The latest acquisitions bring the academy’s total fleet size to 48 aircraft, enhancing its capacity for advanced flight training.

Source: TAFA

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