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CAE’s Flightscape Platform Chosen by Republic Airways for Multi‑Year Operations Overhaul

USA — Regional airline Republic Airways has signed a multi-year agreement to implement Flightscape – Powered by CAE, marking a significant step in its digital transformation of operational systems. The adoption includes a full suite of tools aimed at modernising crew and movement management processes.

  • Republic Airways will implement Flightscape’s NextGen Crew Manager, Crew Access, Movement Manager, and Unified Task Board modules.

  • The decision followed a comprehensive evaluation, with Republic highlighting Flightscape’s agility, scalability, and innovation in operations support.

  • The modular SaaS platform from Flightscape – a CAE-powered solution launched in 2025 – aims to unify operational systems and enhance proactive, data-driven decision-making.

  • This development highlights CAE’s growing role in digital airline operations, expanding beyond training and simulation into software that integrates crew management, OCC operations, and disruption recovery.

  • Republic Airways’ leadership noted that leveraging advanced digital tools is critical to ensuring operational efficiency and reliability across its network of nearly 1,000 daily flights.

  • For the pilot training ecosystem, this transition underscores the need for alignment between training providers and operational technologies, particularly in preparing pilots to operate in digitally integrated airline environments.

  • The move may influence similar regional carriers to evaluate digital upgrades, potentially increasing demand for training aligned with operations management systems.

Statements

  • “Republic is looking forward to taking this next step with a long-term partner in advancing operational efficiency and reliability. Leveraging advances and innovation in technology to manage our day-to-day operation will maintain Republic’s commitment to operational excellence.” – Paul Kinstedt, Chief Operating Officer, Republic Airways

  • “Innovation is at the heart of Flightscape’s value to airlines. Our modular platform delivers real-time operational intelligence, enabling carriers to respond faster, optimize performance, and navigate disruption with confidence. That forward-thinking capability — paired with our steadfast commitment to partnership — is what made Flightscape the right fit for Republic.” – Pascal Grenier, President, Flightscape

Source: CAE
Photo Credit: Republic Airways

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flydubai Signs 2025 agreement for 150 A321neo Aircraft

United Arab Emirates – flydubai has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for 150 A321neo aircraft, marking a significant fleet‑diversification move and making the carrier an Airbus customer for the first time.

  • The MoU was signed at the 2025 Dubai Airshow, with Chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum of flydubai and Christian Scherer of Airbus present at the ceremony.

  • The A321neo family offers advanced fuel‑efficiency technology, including new‑generation engines and “Sharklets”, delivering over 20 % fuel and CO₂ savings compared to previous generation single‑aisle aircraft.

Statements

  • “We are pleased to announce a landmark agreement for 150 A321neo aircraft, representing another important milestone in flydubai’s journey. This new agreement is not only about adding aircraft. It supports the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai and aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33. This strategic addition diversifies our narrow-body fleet and strengthens our long-term expansion plans. This will enable flydubai to play a key role in the success of Dubai World Central’s expansion plans, an airport we aim to become the largest airport in the world. The A321neos will support the next phase of our network development and enable us to meet rising demand across our markets. We look forward to establishing a strong and enduring partnership between flydubai and Airbus.” – His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and CEO of flydubai.

  • “We welcome flydubai, one of the Middle East’s most ambitious and fast-growing carriers, as a new Airbus customer. The decision to invest in and introduce the A321neo into its fleet is another endorsement of the added value Airbus brings in terms of range, efficiency and passenger comfort. We look forward to supporting flydubai as it enables new growth and possibilities with our aircraft.” – Christian Scherer, CEO Commercial Aircraft at Airbus.

Source: Airbus
Photo Credit: Airbus

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Riyadh Air Purchases 2 A321neo Full Flight Simulators from CAE and Expands Scope of Partnership

Saudi Arabia – Riyadh Air has expanded its partnership with CAE through the purchase of two Airbus A321neo 7000XR full-flight simulators, strengthening the airline’s in-house pilot-training capability as it continues its operational ramp-up. The new devices will be installed at Riyadh Air’s training facility in Saudi Arabia and complement the airline’s existing Boeing 787-9 training suite procured from CAE in 2023.

  • The agreement includes full operations, maintenance, and qualification services provided by CAE, expands on the existing Training Centre Operations (TCOPs) agreement signed in 2023 for the operation of two Boeing 787 FFS.

  • The A321neo simulators will join two CAE-supplied Boeing 787-9 full-flight simulators and a flight training device (FTD), establishing a comprehensive simulation environment for Riyadh Air’s mixed-fleet pilot training requirements.

Statements

  • “We are proud to support Riyadh Air with advanced simulation technology and operational expertise to ensure they receive world-class pilot training while ramping up operations.” Alexandre Prévost, President, Civil Aviation, CAE.

  • “These state-of-the-art CAE simulators will form a core pillar of our pilot-training ecosystem, ensuring our pilots are trained to the highest levels of proficiency.” Martin Eiba, Acting Chief Operating Officer, Riyadh Air.

Source: CAE

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Fujairah Aviation Academy to Open Integrated Unmanned Aircraft Training Center in UAE

United Arab Emirates – Fujairah Aviation Academy is advancing its capabilities with the launch of a new integrated training center dedicated to unmanned aircraft operations and maintenance engineering. The initiative aligns with international training standards and marks a significant expansion for one of the UAE’s longest-established aviation training institutions.

  • The new center will deliver accredited training programs supported by advanced simulation technologies and supervised by highly qualified instructional staff.

  • The facility will focus on unmanned aircraft control and maintenance engineering, expanding the Academy’s long-standing training portfolio developed over more than three decades in the UAE and greater region.

Source: Fujairah Aviation Academy

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