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Air Arabia Contracts MPS for A320 FTD

United Arab Emirates – Netherlands based flight simulator manufacturer MPS has been awarded a contract by Air Arabia for a ceo/neo convertible A320 FTD-2. The simulator will be delivered to a brand-new training center currently under construction for Air Arabia Academy, formerly T3 Aviation Academy, in Sharjah, U.A.E.

The company already operates another MPS A320 FTD-2, previously owned and operated by T3 Aviation Academy.

Air Arabia is the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost airline, with six hubs and over 200 routes in the region. The new MPS device will allow for additional training capacity as the airline continues to expand.

“MPS is pleased to build upon an existing partnership with Captain Nadhem AlHamad and his team to provide an additional simulator for its flight training program and continue to aid in Air Arabia’s commitment to excellence in pilot training.” said Erik Jennes, MPS Chief Commercial Officer.

Source: MPS

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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – Bristell Aircraft – Manufacturing Over 100 Aircraft Annually

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with David Copeland – Vice President of Sales at Bristell Aircraft. Bristell by BRM AERO manufactures aircraft used by flight training organizations, with more than 1000 aircraft delivered worldwide.

The conversation covers:

  • Extensive Aviation Experience and Passion-Driven Leadership: At Bristell Aircraft, David plays a key role in expanding the brand’s global presence, aligning his values of innovation, quality, and safety with Bristell’s mission to redefine personal and training aircraft.
  • Bristell’s Largest-Ever Presence at Oshkosh 2025: Bristell Aircraft is making its biggest appearance ever at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh with three display locations. The company will showcase several aircraft, including the B23, an LSA model, and the H55 electric aircraft, which has completed over 100 flights across the U.S.
  • FAA Certification and Innovation Roadmap: Bristell Aircraft is currently awaiting final FAA certification. Their single production line builds aircraft for various certifications, emphasizing consistent quality and efficiency. Bristell is also investing in future technologies, such as the H55 electric platform and a new turboprop engine developed with Turbotech, signaling their forward-looking approach to sustainable aviation.
  • Meeting Pilot Demand with Modern Training Aircraft: David discussed the growing demand for modern flight training aircraft. He emphasized that pilots no longer want to train in outdated planes from the 60s and 70s. Bristell meets this demand by producing around 110 aircraft annually, built with modern avionics, efficient powerplants, and BRS (Ballistic Recovery Systems) safety systems.
  • Why Clients Choose Bristell: Bristell Aircraft stand out due to their focus on safety, comfort (featuring the widest cabins in its category), cutting-edge design, and premium quality materials. The aircraft are custom-built and engineered with pilot experience at the core. David also highlighted the strong alignment with AFM’s pilot training market intelligence, using it to better understand industry trends and contribute to shaping the future of aviation.

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Simtech Aviation Welcomes 6 New Pilots for July 2025 UK & EASA APS MCC Class

Dublin, Ireland – Simtech Aviation has welcomed a new cohort of six (6) APS MCC students, bringing together both UK CAA and EASA license holders.

Simtech Aviation has highlighted as well its unique attractions for pilots across the continent:

  • Recommended partnership program with Wizz Air UK (UK APS MCC)
  • 70+ Airlines hire its graduates (EASA APS MCC)
  •  NPS 96 student satisfaction score 2025

Source: Simtech Aviation
Photo Credit: Simtech Aviation

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