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Ireland-based Pilot Training Organization Simtech Aviation Visits Italian Flight School in March 2025

Dublin, Ireland – Simtech Aviation, an EASA-approved training organization based in Dublin, visited Italian flight training organisation Cantor Air.

“It was a pleasure to meet Alessia and the crew at Cantor Air and we look forward to welcoming more of your flight cadets to Simtech Aviation to train for their APS MCC” shared Simtech Aviation.

Simtech shared earlier in the month its 2025 MCC/JOC plus pre-assessment package:

  • MCC/JOC Course only: Euro 4,095
  • Pre-assessment only: Euro 720
  • Bundled: Euro 4,265

Source: Simtech Aviation

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L3Harris’ Commercial Aviation Solutions (CAS) Business, Now Known as Acron Aviation

Global – Today, L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions (CAS) will be known as Acron Aviation to reflect its new brand. The new name is adapted from the Greek word άkron which means peak, or highest point and aptly symbolizes the ambition and mission the company has for the future.

Located in the UK, US, Thailand and India, Acron Aviation continues the mission that embodies its enterprising spirit: innovate to create safer skies. Drawing on its rich heritage, Acron Aviation aims to establish itself as an unconventional, top tier, partner of choice for our customers in avionics, airline training solutions, and flight data intelligence. With its integrated portfolio of products, services, and aftermarket solutions the company supports the entire life cycle of a platform, offering flexible solutions to meet diverse customer needs.

  • Avionics: Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certified products that enhance safety and situational awareness.
  • Training Systems: A portfolio of pilot simulation devices and training solutions that delivers the development and supply of flight crew to support the future growth plans of our airline customers.
  • Training Services: A global training center and academy footprint offering specialized training partnerships to airlines and future pilots who aspire to achieve world class professional pilot standards in state-of-the-art facilities.
  • Flight Data Intelligence: Empowering safer, more efficient flight operations through end-to-end data services that unlock real business intelligence.

As Acron Aviation, the company is ideally positioned to serve its fixed-wing and rotary customers in the commercial, business jet, military and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) markets and proactively offer data-led solutions to top-tier and forward-thinking aviation customers who recognise our value.

Alan Crawford, Chief Executive Officer, Acron Aviation says: “Since our inception, we’ve been at the forefront of aviation excellence, from pioneering the first flight simulator in the 1920s to delivering top-tier avionics technology. As we embark on this new exciting chapter, our identity will be founded on a culture of continuous innovation and guided by our core values of putting our customers first, moving fast, owning our actions, and speaking candidly – to power our mission of better, safer flight for operators and their customers.”

Effective today, L3Harris CAS will become Acron Aviation bringing together a team of forward-thinking aviation colleagues and experts committed to future growth with all websites, premises, and products adopting the Acron Aviation brand.

Source: Acron Aviation

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Taiwan’s China Airlines Advances Long-Haul Growth with A350-1000 Order

Taipei, Taiwan – China Airlines has finalized a firm order for ten Airbus A350-1000 widebody aircraft as part of its fleet modernization and long-haul network expansion strategy.

  • These aircraft will complement its existing fleet of 15 A350-900s

  • The A350-1000 offers increased range and capacity compared to the A350-900, suitable for nonstop intercontinental routes

  • China Airlines currently operates 68 Airbus aircraft, including A321neo, A330, and A350 models

Statement’s

  • “The A350-1000 is a natural choice for our future widebody fleet. With this order, we are taking another major step in our fleet modernization program, which will allow us to offer passengers an enhanced travel experience, while also improving operational efficiency and reducing carbon emissions.” – China Airlines Chairman Su-Chien Hsieh
  • “China Airlines is one of the world’s leading A350 carriers and is now set to become the latest operator of the A350-1000. We are proud to support the airline as it continues to modernize its fleet with the most efficient and capable widebody aircraft available today.” – Christian Scherer, CEO of Commercial Aircraft, Airbus

Source: Airbus

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Airbus Reveals Early Plans for Next-Generation Narrowbody Aircraft

France – Aircraft manufacturer Airbus has outlined early plans for a next-generation aircraft that will replace its A320neo family within 10 to 15 years, aiming for significant gains in fuel efficiency and sustainability. While specifics remain under wraps, the new design is expected to be 20–30% more efficient than current models, with a strong focus on emerging technologies and scalable production.

  • Airbus plans to introduce a successor to the A320neo in the second half of the 2030s, targeting 20–30% improved fuel efficiency.
  • The aircraft concept may include open-fan engine designs currently being studied by engine maker CFM International (a GE and Safran JV).
  • The company emphasized that the new platform will be a “major gap … not incremental,” according to Bruno Fichefeux, head of future programmes.
  • Key technologies under development include:

    • A “Wing of Tomorrow” prototype featuring lightweight folding composite wings.

    • Broader use of robotic assembly and advanced plastic composites.

  • Airbus has not finalized a launch date but is aligning timelines with technology readiness and regulatory frameworks.
  • Plans include scaling monthly production of the new aircraft up to 100 units—almost double the current A320neo output.
  • Airbus continues to explore hydrogen fuel-cell aircraft for regional applications, though that program has been delayed by 5–10 years beyond the original 2035 target.
  • The slow development timeline comes as competitor Boeing faces internal and financial constraints, giving Airbus more flexibility in pacing innovation.

About Airbus
Airbus is a global aerospace corporation headquartered in Toulouse, France. The company designs, manufactures, and delivers commercial aircraft, helicopters, military transports, satellites, and launch vehicles. It is currently the world’s largest commercial aircraft manufacturer.

Source: Media Reporting
Photo Credit: Airbus (shown as meta image)

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US Airline-owned Flight School Receives 2024 FAA Diamond Award for Maintenance Excellence

USA —LIFT Academy, a flight training institution, has been honored with the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Diamond Award of Excellence for maintenance training in 2024. This award recognizes the academy’s aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) for their dedication to maintaining LIFT’s Diamond aircraft fleet.​

LIFT Academy, owned by Republic Airways, previously released its 2024 Year in Review, highlighting significant growth and achievements, including fleet expansion, and student enrollment.

  • Expanded its fleet to 75 Diamond aircraft.
  • Welcomed 385 new students, reinforcing its role as a major U.S. pilot training provider.
  • Celebrated 90 graduates, further strengthening the pipeline of future airline pilots.
  • Increased training resources with a total of 13 simulators.
  • Established a new partnership with Tuskegee University, creating a training program at the historic Moton Field.
  • Students and instructors logged over 83,000 flight hours and 19,000 simulator hours as of December 10

About LIFT Academy
LIFT Academy, based in Indianapolis, USA, is a flight training academy owned by Republic Airways Holdings Inc. The program provides a structured career path, training pilots for roles at Republic Airways, one of the largest regional airlines in the United States.

Source: LIFT Academy
Photo Credit: LIFT Academy

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Provider of Online ATPL Exam Preparation, ATPL Questions, Announces 2025 Partnership with French Flight School – Astonfly

France – ATPL Questions, a leading provider of online ATPL exam preparation, has signed an agreement with Astonfly, a flight school based in Toussus-le-Noble, France, to integrate its Learning Management System (LMS) into the academy’s training program. The academy will use the platform to track their students’ progress, making their training process more efficient.

This collaboration reflects ATPL Questions’ continued commitment to supporting high-quality aviation training across Europe.

About Astonfly
With more than 150 pilots trained every year, ASTONFLY is the leading flight school in France. Founded in 2004 by Charles Clair, the training centre boasts a fleet of latest-generation aircraft unique in Europe on a 7500㎡ campus just 20 minutes from Paris.

Source: ATPL Questions
Photo Credit: Astonfly

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