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FFS Manufacturer Deploys New Widebody Device to South East Asia JV in 2025

Clark, Philippines – Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ largest airline, and CAE have announced the expansion of their joint venture pilot training centre with the planned deployment of an Airbus A330neo full-flight simulator (FFS) in Clark, Philippines.

  • The A330neo simulator, scheduled to be ready-for-training by December 2026, will be the first of its kind in the country and will enhance the existing training capacity for Cebu Pacific’s expanding widebody operations.

  • The simulator will join existing A320 and ATR 72-600 FFS devices already operational at the Clark facility, which has served as a joint training hub for Cebu Pacific and CAE since 2011.

  • The addition is supported by a long-term training services agreement, reinforcing the partners’ shared commitment to scalable, high-quality training solutions in the Asia-Pacific region.

  • Cebu Pacific currently operates 11 A330neo aircraft, the largest A330neo fleet in Asia, with more deliveries expected as the airline continues its widebody growth strategy.

Statement’s:

  • “Being the largest operator of the A330neo in Asia, this new simulator will provide additional training capacity and heighten the safe operation of this state-of-the-art aircraft,” said Javier Massot, Chief Operations Officer of Cebu Pacific. “This expansion will help meet the growing demand for pilot training as Cebu Pacific continues to grow its network and widebody fleet.”

  • “The deployment of this new A330neo simulator strengthens our shared commitment to delivering world-class pilot training,” said Michel Azar-Hmouda, Division President, Commercial Aviation at CAE.

Source: Cebu Pacific

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Vietjet Signs 2025 MoU for Up to 150 A321neos

Vietnam – Vietjet, Vietnam’s largest private airline, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus covering a major new order for 100 single-aisle A321neo aircraft, with the potential to add another 50 in the future.

The agreement was signed during the Paris Air Show by Vietjet CEO Dinh Viet Phuong and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.

“This new agreement marks a significant milestone in our strategic partnership with Airbus,” said Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao. “These modern and efficient aircraft have been instrumental in Vietjet’s growth, helping us make air travel more accessible and affordable for millions, while strengthening our role as a connector for economic development, cultural exchange and global connectivity. This landmark agreement represents a vital step in Vietjet’s growth strategy as a multi-national aviation group.”

“Our latest agreement comes just weeks after the airline placed an additional order for A330neo widebody aircraft,” said Benoît de Saint-Exupéry. “Together the A321neo and A330neo will be perfect partners for Vietjet to continue to spread its wings, efficiently matching capacity more closely to demand across its network. The airline will also benefit from the high levels of technical commonality that are unique to latest generation Airbus aircraft.”

Operating a fleet of more than 100 Airbus aircraft, Vietjet continues to expand its global network and fleet modernisation.

The A321neo is the largest member of Airbus’ best-selling A320neo Family, offering unparalleled range and performance. By incorporating new generation engines and Sharklets, the A321neo brings a 50% noise reduction and more than 20% fuel savings and CO₂ reduction compared to previous generation single-aisle aircraft, while maximising passenger comfort in the widest single-aisle cabin in the sky.

At the end of May 2025, more than 7,000 A321neo aircraft have been ordered by over 90 customers across the globe.

As with all in-production aircraft, the A321neo is able to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with a target to increase to up to 100% SAF capability by 2030.

Source: Airbus

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US Pilot Simulator Training Center Paramount Aviation Services Adds B767-300ER FFS

USA – Paramount Aviation Services, a Miami based full flight simulator training center, has announced the installation of a new 767-300ER simulator manufactured by Flight Safety International at its headquarters in Miami. This new addition features an advanced Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) panel, offering the highest level of realism and training capability for pilots operating the Boeing 767-300ER aircraft.

This will complement its existing 767 simulator, which is equipped with the IS&S FPDS panel. This addition allows Paramount to offer more versatile training options for its clients. This upgrade further strengthens Paramount Aviation Services’ commitment to delivering world-class training solutions and high-quality support for aviation professionals.

About Paramount Aviation Services
In addition to providing emergency training, Paramount Aviation also provides simulator services that support B737CL, B737NG, B737MAX, B757, B767, MD88, A320, 777, and Falcon 20 commercial, business, and military flight operations worldwide. Paramount’s Miami International Airport flight training campus is home to a state-of-the-art twelve (12) bay simulator facility situated at 3814 Curtiss Parkway, Miami, Florida, 33166.

Source: Paramount Aviation Services

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Aircraft Manufacturer Embraer Forecasts Demand for 10,500 Regional Aircraft by 2044

  • Embraer expects demand for 10,500 sub-150-seat jets and turboprops within the next 20 years for the market in general
  • Value of new orders US$680 billion
  • China will lead annual RPK growth
  • North America will lead jet aircraft deliveries

Global –Embraer has published Market Outlook 2025, its annual 20-year forecast for commercial aircraft deliveries in the sub-150-seat category.

Market Outlook 2025 estimates 10,500 orders for new jets and turboprops through 2044. It also presents analyses of global influences and trends in seven world regions that impact the demand for new aircraft. Because of its growing prominence in commercial aviation, statistics for China are detailed separately in this year’s Market Outlook for the first time.

The document also analyzes demand for cargo aircraft, including a forecast for passenger-to-freighter conversions.

The overall forecast for the number of new sub-150-seat aircraft remains almost unchanged from Embraer’s previous estimate. Arjan Meijer, Embraer President and CEO of Commercial Aviation, attributes the consistency of the estimate to the longevity of social, supply chain, and geopolitical trends Embraer identified during the pandemic.

“Five years after the onset of the pandemic, many of the structural changes it triggered have proven to be quite long lasting. In our first post-pandemic Market Outlook, we highlighted the transition from globalization to a more polarized geopolitical outlook. Today, as countries and regions pursue greater strategic autonomy, the demand for regional access will continue to grow. We believe mixed fleets that combine small and large narrowbody aircraft are essential for that long-term growth. They provide the versatility needed to better match capacity with demand, expand networks, and support national and regional development goals.”

Highlights of the 20-Year Commercial Market Outlook – By the Numbers

World passenger traffic, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK) is forecast to grow 3.9% annually through 2044. China will lead among seven global regions.

Annual RPK regional growth rate – ranked

  • 5.7% China
  • 4.7% Latin America
  • 4.4% Africa
  • 4.4% Middle East
  • 4.1% Asia Pacific
  • 3.1% Europe & CIS
  • 2.4% North America

RPK share by the end of 2044

  • 39% Asia Pacific
  • 37% Europe + North America

Global demand for new aircraft up to 150 seats 10,500 units

  • 8,720 jets
  • 1,780 turboprops

Market value of all new aircraft USD 680 billion

Jet deliveries – 8,720 (% share) – by region

  • 2,680 North America (30.7%)
  • 1,990 Europe & CIS (22.8%)
  • 1,500 China (17.2%)
  • 1,050 Asia Pacific (12.1%)
  • 770 Latin America (8.8%)
  • 380 Africa (4.4%)
  • 350 Middle East (4.0%)

Turboprop deliveries – 1,780 (% share) – by region 640 Asia Pacific (36.0%)

  • 280 North America (15.7%)
  • 260 Europe & CIS (14.6%)
  • 220 Africa (12.4%)
  • 200 China (11.2%)
  • 160 Latin America (9.0%)
  • 20 Middle East (1.1%)

Download the complete Embraer 2025 Market Outlook here.

Source: Embraer

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