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Australia’s RMIT University Aviation Academy Reports Record Year with 20,000+ Flight Hours

Australia – RMIT University’s Aviation Academy has reported a record-breaking 2025, with major training milestones, fleet expansion, and new program launches positioning the academy as a growing force in Australia’s flight training landscape.

  • RMIT Aviation Academy flew over 20,000 flight hours in 2025 – the highest in its history.

  • The academy aims to increase this to 25,000 hours in 2026, supported by further fleet expansion, particularly in the multi-engine category.

  • Four new aircraft were added to the training fleet in 2025.

  • Approximately 60 aviation degree students graduated during the year.

  • The first VietJet Air cadet pilot cohort is nearing the completion of their training, a significant milestone in the academy’s international cadet partnerships.

  • The Safety Academy, launched in partnership with Qantas Group, was introduced in 2025, adding to the academy’s training offerings.

  • The academy also plans to launch new flight simulators and announce new training agreements in 2026.

Source: Justin Brownjohn (RMIT University Aviation Academy)
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Lockheed Martin Names Jeremy King as New Chief Executive for Australia and New Zealand

Australia – Lockheed Martin has announced the appointment of Major General (Retd) Jeremy King as its incoming Vice President and Chief Executive for Australia and New Zealand, effective 23 February 2026, marking a leadership transition that aligns with the company’s ongoing strategic focus on defense capability development in the region.

  • Jeremy King brings over 30 years of experience in the Australian Army, most recently serving as Head of Joint Aviation Systems.

  • In this role, he was responsible for directing acquisition and sustainment across some of Australia’s most complex defense aviation projects, with oversight across all branches of the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

  • King will succeed Warren McDonald, who is retiring after a notable tenure as Chief Executive for Lockheed Martin Australia and New Zealand.

Source: Lockheed Martin
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Malaysia Airlines Academy Graduates 24 from Pilot Preparatory Programme

Malaysia – MAB Academy, the training arm of Malaysia Airlines, has announced the successful completion of its Pilot Preparatory Programme by 24 aspiring cadets. The program is designed to introduce participants to airline-standard training environments and equip them with foundational knowledge ahead of formal cadet pilot selection and training.

  • The program included:

    • Core theoretical aviation knowledge

    • Exposure to MABA’s modern training infrastructure

    • Hands-on experience using advanced flight simulators

    • Mock interview sessions conducted by Malaysia Airlines’ senior captains and trainers

  • The initiative supports early-stage pilot career preparation and familiarizes participants with the expectations of professional airline training programs.

This follows earlier this month MAB Academy officially launching its new Simulator Building at South Support Zone, Sepang, marking a major milestone in its long-term strategy to advance industry-leading aviation, hospitality and professional development.

The launch ceremony was officiated by the Minister of Transport Malaysia, YB Loke Siew Fook; together with Dato’ Amirul Feisal Wan Zahir, Managing Director of Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Datuk Captain Izham Ismail, Group Managing Director of MAG; and Captain Nasaruddin A. Bakar, President and Group CEO-designate, MAG.

The Simulator Building features six full-flight simulator bays, including the A330neo, Boeing 737-800NG and ATR 72-500, along with dedicated training spaces that foster a focused and effective learning environment.

Source: MAB Academy
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Digital Aviation Training Software Solutions Provider CPaT Global Seeks Senior Director of Sales for the Americas in 2026

Global – CPaT Global, a leading provider of aviation training software solutions, is seeking to hire a Senior Director of Sales – The Americas, a key leadership role focused on driving enterprise SaaS revenue and strategic account growth across North, Central, and South America.

  • The full-time position is based in Houston, Texas, and reports directly into executive leadership with ownership of Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), key airline accounts, and regional sales execution.

  • Responsibilities include:

    • Leading regional ARR performance

    • Managing complex enterprise SaaS sales cycles

    • Expanding strategic airline and training organization relationships

    • Coaching a regional sales team

    • Driving multi-year contract renewals and new business

    • Maintaining accurate pipeline forecasts and CRM hygiene using Salesforce

  • Required qualifications:

    • 5+ years of enterprise SaaS or B2B sales experience

    • Demonstrated success managing major accounts and regional targets

    • Strong negotiation and executive-level communication skills

    • Experience in Salesforce and pipeline management

    • Hands-on leadership with willingness to travel internationally as needed

  • Applications are being accepted via the company’s LinkedIn page.

Source: CPaT Global
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Digital Aviation Training Software Solutions Provider CPaT Global Seeking to Expand Global Sales Team in 2026

Global – CPaT Global, a leading provider of aviation training software solutions, has announced new global hiring opportunities across its expanding Sales & Marketing division. With a customer base of over 400 airlines and aviation training organizations worldwide, the company is scaling its commercial team to support continued international growth.

  • Open roles include:

    • Senior Director of Sales – The Americas (Houston, TX)

    • Senior Director of Sales – Asia Pacific (Singapore/SE Asia)

    • International Sales Director – EMEA (UK or Europe – Remote/Hybrid)

    • Business Development & Lead Generation Specialist (Remote in the Americas)

  • These positions will drive enterprise-level SaaS sales focused on pilot, cabin crew, dispatcher, and maintenance training solutions.

  • CPaT’s products are integral to airline training departments worldwide, supporting competency-based training, compliance, and operational readiness.

  • Applications are being accepted via the company’s LinkedIn page.

Source: CPaT Global)
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