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Emirates Seeks Airbus Captains as A350 Deliveries Drive Network Growth in 2026

United Arab Emirates – Emirates has opened new Direct Entry Captain positions to support the rapid expansion of its Airbus A350 fleet.

  • Emirates is recruiting Narrow-Body and Wide-Body Captains for the A350 and A380 fleets as part of a substantial long-term flight crew expansion plan.

  • Captains will benefit from a tax-free annual package of up to AED 1,185,000 (USD 320,000), inclusive of salary, flying pay, premium accommodation, education allowances, confirmed annual leave tickets, and extensive travel benefits.

  • Company-provided accommodation valued between AED 225,000–290,000 (USD 80,000) per year is included, with pilots housed in spacious villas within gated communities.

Minimum Qualifications

A350 Captains

  • Minimum 3,000 hours PIC on any Airbus FBW aircraft (A320/A330/A340/A350/A380)

  • Currently operating as Captain on Airbus FBW

A380 Captains

  • Minimum 3,000 hours PIC on Airbus FBW wide-body types (A330/A340/A350/A380)

  • Currently operating as Captain on Airbus FBW wide-body

General Requirements (All Airbus Captain Applicants)

  • Minimum 7,000 hours total flying time in multi-crew, multi-engine turboprop or turbojet aircraft (simulator time excluded)

  • Minimum 150 hours on Airbus FBW as Captain in the past 12 months

  • Valid ICAO ATPL with Class 1 Medical

  • ICAO English Level 5 or higher

For more information and to apply navigate to the Emirates Careers portal found here.

Source: Emirates

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USA’s National Flight Training Alliance Appoints Brandon Martini to Board of Directors

United States – The National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) has appointed Brandon Martini, Co-Chief Executive Officer at Stratus Financial and Co-Host of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, to its Board of Directors, strengthening the organization’s leadership as it works to advance flight training quality, accessibility, and long-term sustainability across the United States.

  • Martini brings extensive experience spanning student financing, flight school operations, and aviation education, offering NFTA a practical, industry-wide perspective on strengthening pilot training pathways.

  • His background includes developing financial solutions for pilot training, supporting flight school growth strategies, and mentoring aspiring aviators

Source: Aviation Mentors

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Simaero Appoints Marion Baudru as Marketing, Communications and Customer Experience Director

France – Simaero, a global operator of full-flight simulator pilot training centers, has announced the appointment of Marion Baudru as Marketing, Communications, and Customer Experience Director.

  • The new executive role aligns with Simaero’s broader transformation and global expansion strategy, integrating customer experience into its core business operations to strengthen relationships with airlines, training partners, and pilot communities worldwide.

  • Marion joined Simaero three years ago to establish and lead its Marketing & Communications department, playing a key role in positioning the company as one of the world’s leading independent pilot training organizations.

  • Before joining Simaero, Marion worked at TBWA Group as Account Director, managing international accounts for Air France, LVMH, and SNCF, and later contributed to the launch of a digital insurance startup. Her extensive background in brand strategy and innovation will support Simaero’s ongoing transformation and focus on operational excellence.

Source: Simaero

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CAE Appoints Alexandre Prévost as President of Civil Aviation to Lead Unified Training Division

Global – CAE has announced the appointment of Alexandre Prévost as President of Civil Aviation, consolidating its Commercial and Business Aviation Training divisions into a single, integrated global organization. The strategic restructuring is aimed at enhancing customer experience, improving operational efficiency, and accelerating CAE’s ongoing transformation across its civil aviation training network.

  • The decision unifies CAE’s commercial airline and business aviation training operations under one leadership structure to optimize resource utilization, standardize global processes, and strengthen alignment with customer requirements.

  • Alexandre Prévost, a 17-year CAE veteran, previously served as Division President, Business Aviation Training, and has also led Commercial Aviation Training for the Asia-Pacific region.

Source: CAE

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CAE Creates New Senior VP Role to Strengthen Operational Excellence Across Civil and Defense Units in 2026

Global – CAE has announced the creation of a new executive role, Senior Vice President, Operations, as part of its ongoing organizational transformation to strengthen operational performance and integration across its Civil Aviation and Defense divisions. Juan Araujo, a senior aerospace executive with more than 25 years of international experience, will assume the position in January 2026.

  • The newly established role is designed to enhance consistency, efficiency, and performance across CAE’s global products organization, driving greater collaboration and alignment between its civil training and defense technology businesses.

  • Mr. Araujo will oversee the integration of multiple functional areas—previously operating independently—into a unified end-to-end products team responsible for execution, quality, cost, and speed to market.

Source: CAE

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OMNI Aviation Training Center Adopts Aeroplanned to Enhance Training Operations in Portugal

Portugal – OMNI Aviation Training Center (OATC) has announced the adoption of Aeroplanned, a specialized pilot training organisation resource forecasting platform. The initiative forms part of OATC’s broader modernization strategy, reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation, operational efficiency, and excellence in pilot training.

  • Implementation of Aeroplanned will begin on 1 December 2025 and is expected to be completed by the end of the year, with full operational use planned for January 2026.

  • The timeline-based platform centralizes the planning of aircraft, simulators, instructors, and students, ensuring enhanced coordination and minimizing scheduling conflicts across departments.

  • Aeroplanned will integrate directly with OATC’s FlightLogger system, maintaining alignment between operational plans and student training records, while improving overall workflow and communication.

  • The platform will also synchronize course schedules with APS MCC (Airline Pilot Standard Multi-Crew Cooperation) start dates for OATC’s new Airbus A320 simulator, ensuring seamless progression from flight phases to advanced multi-crew training.

  • This investment complements OATC’s recent acquisition of eight new Elixir aircraft, part of its ongoing fleet renewal program to enhance training efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

Statements

  • “We believe this software will deliver an even better customer experience—with clearer timelines, fewer reschedules, and proactive communication throughout the course. With Aeroplanned, we’re also ready to use our current and new assets more efficiently, from the Elixir fleet to the A320 simulator,” said Captain Dylan van Haasen, Head of Training at OATC.
  • “We’re really excited to be working with the OATC team. Aeroplanned is designed to bring clarity and forward visibility to exactly these kinds of challenges—like introducing new aircraft types, managing phased fleet changes, and keeping training aligned along the way. With three years of planning visibility, OATC will be able to make confident, data-driven decisions that enhance the experience for both students and staff,” added Jen Liddle, CEO of Aeroplanned.

Source: OATC

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Elixir Aircraft Delivers 3 New Aircraft and Expands U.S. Market Outreach in October 2025

Global – Elixir Aircraft has reported another productive month in October 2025, with three new Elixir aircraft delivered across Europe, further expanding the footprint of its 4th generation training aircraft among flight schools and aero clubs.

  • Elixir’s U.S. Sales Team also completed a nationwide tour in October, showcasing the aircraft to flight schools and training organizations across the United States as part of its strategic effort to build brand awareness and expand market reach in North America.
  • Elixir Aircraft continues to scale its production capacity from its La Rochelle facility, with multiple new customer deliveries scheduled through the end of 2025.

Source: Elixir Aircraft

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