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Lufthansa Aviation Training Seeks Chief Flight Instructor for German Base in 2025

Germany – Lufthansa Aviation Training Group (LAT) is seeking to appoint a Chief Flight Instructor (CFI) at its Laage training base in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and ensure training quality standards for all student groups, overseeing the content, timing, and structure of practical flight instruction.
  • Train, evaluate, and certify new flight instructors in accordance with both EASA and FAA regulatory requirements applicable to the Laage site.
  • Ensure full compliance with safety-related rules and regulations governing LAT’s flight operations and flight training activities.
  • Lead team meetings and instructor coordination sessions to align operational and pedagogical objectives.
  • Manage and document regulated work processes to maintain optimal instructional consistency and operational efficiency across LAT’s flight training network.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Valid Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) with Flight Instructor (FI(A)) and Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI) credentials. Multi-Engine Instructor (CRI MEP) authorization is desirable.
  • Several years of instructional experience with a proven record of safety and instructional excellence.
  • In-depth understanding of EASA Part FCL, Part ORA, Part ARA, and relevant U.S. aviation laws.
  • Demonstrated leadership capability, strong communication and organisational skills, and the ability to foster an environment of high performance and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent proficiency in English; additional languages are considered an asset.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive professional development and training programs within Lufthansa Group’s global training network.
  • Access to on-site sports facilities, bike leasing, and wellness amenities.
  • Competitive compensation structure, including company bonus eligibility.
  • Flight privileges across Lufthansa Group airlines.

For more information on the role and to apply – navigate directly to the Lufthansa Aviation Training Group job post.

Lufthansa Aviation Training Group (LAT) operates one of the world’s most comprehensive and interconnected pilot training networks, spanning Europe and North America. The group delivers both ab-initio (initial) and advanced (type rating and recurrent) training through a standardized, evidence-based approach under the Lufthansa Group’s global safety and training framework.

 

Source: Lufthansa Aviation Training Group

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Leading Provider of Fire Trainers Flame Aviation Unveils V10 Titan™ Fire Trainer for Long‑Haul Wide‑Body Crew Training

Bulgaria – Flame Aviation, a global specialist in cabin fire and smoke training systems, completed the installation of a V7000 Brigade™ at the Aviation Training Academy in Sofia. With almost 70 fire trainers installed, Flame Aviation was selected by ATA for being the benchmark in fire trainers worldwide.

Source: Robin Pignaker (Flame Aviation)
Photo Credit: Robin Pignaker (Flame Aviation)

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Acron Aviation Extends Training Agreement in 2025 with Ascend Airways at London Training Center

United Kingdom – Acron Aviation today announced an extension of its Boeing 737NG training services agreement with Ascend Airways at the London Training Center (LTC).

The renewed arrangement covers all B737NG training services, including recurrent training, Type Ratings, and wet and dry simulator leasing, and ensures a consistent training experience for Ascend Airways crews. Designed to maintain operational continuity, the extension allows Ascend Airways to benefit from Acron Aviation’s world-class facilities and flexible scheduling.

David Coward, SVP & GM Training Services, Acron Aviation, said: “We’re committed to providing Ascend Airways pilots with the dependable, quality B737NG training they are accustomed to.” Coward continued, “our priority is to ensure all Ascend Airways flight crew receive the highest-quality training to ensure they meet, and exceed, industry standards.”

Captain Spencer Ainsworth, Head of Crew Training, Ascend Airways added: “This extension provides the predictability we need to manage our crew and fleet plans. Acron Aviation’s reliable training capability gives us the confidence to complete the process without disruption.”

Source: Acron Aviation

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Airbus Europe Training Centre Adds A330neo FFS and Signs Dry Lease Agreement with Corsair

France – Airbus Training has announced a new milestone in its partnership with French long-haul carrier Corsair, signing a dry-lease agreement for the airline to utilise Airbus’ new A330neo Full Flight Simulator (FFS) at the recently inaugurated Airbus Training Centre in Toulouse.

  • The agreement sees Corsair’s pilots conducting both recurrent and initial type training on Airbus’ latest-generation A330neo FFS, which replicates the precise handling and performance characteristics of Corsair’s in-service fleet.
  • Training at the Toulouse centre began on November 3, 2025, with Corsair becoming one of the first airlines to take advantage of the simulator’s enhanced fidelity and realism, enabling pilots to transition seamlessly between simulation and live operations.
  • • The simulator also supports maintenance training, including realistic engine run-up procedures, providing a holistic operational environment for both pilots and engineers.
  • • Airbus’ Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) framework underpins the new curriculum, focusing on measurable pilot competencies and real-world performance rather than traditional task-based evaluation.

Statements

  • “This partnership with Airbus strengthens our commitment to safety, excellence and continuous training. It is a new step forward in Corsair’s ambition to operate one of the most modern and responsible fleets in the world.” – Enea Fracassi, Chief Operating Officer, Corsair
  • “This dry-lease agreement is the latest part of a collaboration built on mutual trust. It facilitates experience sharing between the two organisations. Corsair’s operational insights and pilot feedback provide Airbus with valuable real-world data to refine training programs and aircraft design.” – Yasmine Seffar-Andaloussi, General Manager, Airbus Europe Training Centre

Source: Airbus

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Emirates Highlights Global Pilot Roadshow in 2026 Including Across Europe and Asia

United Arab Emirates – Emirates has announced the next phase of its global Pilot Roadshow campaign, aimed at attracting experienced flight crew across Europe and Asia. The upcoming events, spanning December 2025 to April 2026, will provide attendees with direct access to Emirates’ recruitment teams and insights into flight crew opportunities with the Dubai-based airline.

  • Emirates’ Pilot Roadshow will visit 20 cities in 17 countries over a five-month period, including key aviation hubs such as Frankfurt, Singapore, London, Milan, and Warsaw.

  • The initiative targets both type-rated experienced pilots and individuals exploring long-term career prospects with Emirates, offering detailed information on career progression, lifestyle in Dubai, and technical requirements.

  • The campaign supports Emirates’ ongoing recruitment strategy amid sustained post-pandemic fleet expansion and delivery of new aircraft, including A350s and 777Xs.

Roadshow Schedule

December 2025

  • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

  • Athens, Greece

  • Belgrade, Serbia

  • Budapest, Hungary

January 2026

  • Warsaw, Poland

  • Riga, Latvia

  • Prague, Czechia

February 2026

  • Manchester, UK

  • Belfast, UK

  • London Heathrow, UK

  • London Gatwick, UK

  • Brussels, Belgium

  • Amsterdam, Netherlands

March 2026

  • Milan, Italy

  • Bucharest, Romania

  • Frankfurt, Germany

April 2026

  • Hong Kong SAR

  • Singapore

Source: Emirates
Photo Credit: Emirates

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Polish Flight School Signs Contract for a Brand New ALSIM AL2006 P2006T NG Device at EATS 2025

Poland – flight training organisation Smart Aviation has announced the acquisition of an Alsim AL2006 P2006T NG simulator during the 2025 European Airline Training Symposium (EATS) in Portugal. This development aligns with Smart Aviation’s fleet expansion and training programme enhancement as it prepares to launch its integrated 0–ATPL offering.

  • The simulator acquisition coincides with the upcoming delivery of three Tecnam P2006T aircraft to Smart Aviation’s fleet.

  • The alignment of the simulator and aircraft platforms will allow for a single Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), improving continuity between simulator and aircraft training.

  • The new simulator will support both modular and future integrated ATPL programmes, ensuring training consistency and operational efficiency.

Source: Smart Aviation
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Airbus Flight Academy and Sevenair Academy Partner to Expand Ab initio Training Offering

Portugal – Airbus Flight Academy and Sevenair Academy, one of Europe’s largest flight training organisations, have signed a partnership agreement at the European Airline Training Symposium (EATS) in Portugal. With a projected global need for 633,000 new pilots over the next 20 years highlighted in the latest Airbus Global Services Forecast, including substantial demand in Europe for 119,000 pilots, this training partnership aims at expanding Airbus’ Flight Academy network and preparing the next generation of aviation professionals.

Today, the Airbus training network consists of 21 locations, which offer a complete flight training package closer to the customers’ home base. The addition of Sevenair Academy to its network is an important step for Airbus in enlarging its ab initio footprint and positions Portugal as a key training location. The partnership agreement delivers a comprehensive training programme designed to take individuals with no prior flight experience through every training phase to become a licensed pilot. Cadets gain the necessary skills and competencies for a seamless transition into airline careers.

“Leveraging Airbus’ decades of expertise in flight safety, instructor development, and curriculum standardisation, this partnership ensures the highest training quality. Sevenair Academy will benefit from Airbus’ ongoing support and innovations, enhancing instructors’ skills and broadening training opportunities for both airline partners and self-sponsored aspiring pilots”, highlights Maïa Kuilenberg, VP Training Services at Airbus.

“This partnership with Airbus marks an important milestone for Sevenair Academy, reinforcing our commitment to world-class pilot training. By combining Airbus’ high standards with our four decades of experience in ab initio training and our state-of-the-art facilities and fleet in Ponte de Sor, Portugal, we are setting a new benchmark in aviation education and preparing cadets to excel in a dynamic global industry,” says Carlos Amaro, CEO of Sevenair Academy.

Currently training 200 cadets, Sevenair aims to progressively increase its training capacity annually, delivering modular and integrated pilot training programmes. This week, a first group of Royal Brunei Airlines cadets starts its Airbus training there.

Source: Airbus
Photo Credit: Airbus

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