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New Indian FTO Signs 2025 MoU with Engineering Firm for Facility

India – aviation conglomerate Melstar Information Technologies has signed an MoU with Vector Technorium in March 2025 for the design and build of a state of the art flight training organisation in India.

Under the terms of the MoU, Vector Technorium will leverage its extensive experience in aviation infrastructure and engineering to design and construct the entire FTO complex, including advanced hangar and custom-designed hangar doors. Melstar Information Technologies Limited’s FTO will offer a comprehensive training curriculum tailored to equip aspiring pilots with the necessary skills to meet the evolving demands of the global aviation industry. The facility will be equipped with state-of-the-art flight simulators, modern classrooms, and dedicated maintenance facilities to provide a holistic training experience.

Statements:

  • Capt. Tarun Kashyap, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of Melstarr Aviations Tech Private Limited, expressed his excitement about the partnership: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Vector Technorium, a leader in aviation infrastructure and engineering. This partnership reflects our commitment to developing a world-class flight training institution that will set a benchmark in the industry. Vector Technorium’s deep expertise in aviation infrastructure gives us the confidence that the project will be executed to the highest standards.”
  • Mr. Anirrban Batcharrya, Director of Vector Technorium, stated: “We are proud to be associated with Melstarr Aviations Tech in this ambitious project. At Vector Technorium, we are dedicated to delivering innovative design-build solutions for the aviation sector. This partnership represents a step towards strengthening India’s aviation infrastructure and providing aspiring pilots with a worldclass training environment.”

Source: Vector Technorium

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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – ALSIM

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Audrey Jeffroy – Sales and Marketing Director at ALSIM – a France headquartered global leading manufacturer of abinitio flight simulators with over 400 devices installed and certified in over 60 countries.

The conversation covers:

  • Global Presence: ALSIM has been in the market for 30 years, providing FAA and EASA-certified FNPT and AATD devices. Their product range includes generic simulators as well as type-specific simulators for training from PPL to APS MCC in over 60 countries.
  • Expansion in the U.S. Market: ALSIM has been actively developing the U.S. market, launching the G6 and G7 simulator and preparing to introduce the P100I at the Oshkosh exhibition. Additionally, the company has established a strategic partnership with Flight Sim Solutions (FSS), based in Florida, to enhance sales, customer support, and technical service operations. By developing a dedicated U.S. sales and technical team, ALSIM aims to provide localized support, faster installations, and more efficient maintenance services, ensuring a stronger connection with North American customers.
  • New Partnerships & Key Developments: ALSIM recently completed a factory acceptance test for the ALS R20 Simulator for the Korean National University of Transportation. They also established a partnership with Saskatchewan University for the ALX simulator.
  • Trends & Challenges in Pilot Training: The demand for pilots is at a high level, requiring training schools to be more efficient. ALSIM addresses this by offering improved tools for better pilot screening, ensuring that airlines receive high-quality graduates. Another major trend in pilot training is the increased regulatory scrutiny by authorities. Flight schools must now meet higher training standards, which requires continuous innovation in simulator technology. To meet these evolving demands, ALSIM continuously enhances its flight models, visual systems, and qualification test guides, ensuring that training devices meet the highest industry standards.
  • Commitment to Quality & Customer Satisfaction: ALSIM stands out due to its commitment to customer service, long-standing expertise, and continuous innovation. Their team, with decades of experience, prioritizes reliability, simplicity, and technical excellence in simulator manufacturing. Recognizing that flight schools invest significantly in training equipment, ALSIM prioritizes durability and user-friendly designs that provide long-term value.

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Philippine Airlines Pledges PHP 10 Million to Support Women Aspiring Pilots

Manila, Philippines – Philippine Airlines (PAL), the countries Flag Carrier, is strengthening its commitment to bridging the gender gap in aviation through its Fly With Her program, a scholarship initiative designed to support aspiring women pilots. The airline has pledged PHP 10 million to the PAL Foundation to fund the program.

  • The Fly With Her program aims to encourage more women to pursue careers as pilots with PAL, addressing the global aviation gender gap, where only around 6% of pilots are women.
  • As part of the initiative, PAL will release a film inspired by the real-life story of a young girl aspiring to become a pilot.
  • PAL has a history of advocating for women in aviation, with Captain Aimee Carandang-Gloria becoming Southeast Asia’s first female commercial airline pilot in 1989 and later its first female airline captain in 1993.
  • According to the airlines website: PAL will support 4 female cadet pilots by distributing funds directly to the designated partner flight school to help partially cover the tuition fee.
  • To date, more than 80 female pilots fly for PAL, representing only 9% of its pilot roster.

Statements:

“As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we reiterate our support to women who dream of flying for and even assuming top positions in the PAL organization,” said Alvin M. Miranda, PAL Vice President for Marketing.

“When little girls see women take on leadership roles, it inspires them to do the same and possibly go beyond,” added Lilybeth T. Ng, PAL Assistant Vice President for Pilot Affairs.

About Philippine Airlines (PAL)
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is the flag carrier of the Philippines, operating domestic and international flights across Asia, North America, and Europe. The airline has a longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion in aviation.

Source: Philippine Airlines
Photo Credit: PAL/Airbus

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