India’s Dunes Aviation Academy Appoints 2025 DGCA-Approved CAM

Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India – Dunes Aviation Academy is proud to announce Sachin Sharma as its DGCA-Approved Continuing Airworthiness Manager (CAM).

Dunes Aviation Academy welcomed a new Diamond DA42 aircraft back in June 2024. This follows a February 2024 installation of a new Redbird FMX Full Motion Simulator.

Earlier in January 2024 Dunes Aviation Academy received its approval and had planned on receiving 10 Piper Archers in 2024.

Source: Sachin Sharma (Dunes Aviation Academy)

 

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Brazil’s EPA Training Center Reaffirms Commitment to Quality with ISO 9001 Recertification in 2025

Curitiba, Brazil – EPA Training Center, a leading regional 2,700 square meter full flight simulator training center in LATAM, has successfully completed the NBR ISO 9001:2015 recertification audit, conducted by Bureau Veritas Group, a globally recognized certification body with over 150 years of experience. This recertification reaffirms EPA’s commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of its training and services.

  • The ISO 9001:2015 certification ensures that EPA’s processes meet strict international quality standards.
  • Recertification covers EPA’s core activities:
    • Training services using Full Flight Simulators.
    • Ground school and specialized training courses.
    • Administration of English proficiency tests for pilots, such as the Santos Dumont English Assessment.
  • EPA has held the ISO 9001 certification since 2012, demonstrating a long-standing dedication to quality in aviation training and operations.

About EPA Training Center
Headquartered in Curitiba, Brazil, EPA Training Center is the largest provider of regional aircraft training in Latin America, with Full Flight Simulators of the ATR 42/72, ERJ-145/Legacy 600, EMB-120 – Brasilia and EMB-110 – Bandeirante, serving executive operators, airlines and armed forces from over 30 countries.

Source: EPA Training Center
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UAE-based Pilot Training Organization, Pier Seven Aviation, Secures GCAA Approval for A320 and B737NG-800 Simulators

Sharjah, UAE – Pilot training organisation and full flight simulator training center Pier Seven Aviation has announced a significant milestone for 2025 with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) approval of its A320 (CEO & NEO) and B737NG-800 simulators. This approval complements Pier Seven’s existing status as a GCAA-approved Approved Training Organization (ATO).

Training Programs Offered:

  • Initial Type Rating
  • Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) courses

Source: Pier Seven Aviation
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Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology Partners with Veritas Mundi in 2025

Oklahoma, USA – Veritas Mundi Education has announced a partnership with Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology, a highly respected institution with over 90 years of experience in training aviation professionals. The collaboration aims to connect aspiring aviation professionals with Spartan College’s renowned training programs, preparing them for successful careers in the global aviation industry.

  • About Spartan College:
    • Offers specialized programs in Aviation Maintenance, Pilot Training, Aviation Electronics Technology, and Quality Control.
    • Known for its state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships.
    • Focused on equipping students with the skills to meet the evolving demands of the aviation sector.
  • Collaboration Goals:
    • Provide aspiring aviation professionals with access to world-class training opportunities.
    • Support the development of skilled personnel in a rapidly growing global aviation industry.

About Veritas Mundi Education
Veritas Mundi Education is an organization dedicated to connecting students with high-quality educational opportunities across various fields, fostering career growth and industry relevance.

About Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
Founded in 1928, Spartan College is a leading aviation training institution headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. With a legacy of excellence, Spartan College has trained thousands of aviation professionals worldwide.

Source: Veritas Mundi Education
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Global Operator of FFS Training Centers Promotes New 2025 Manager of Simulator Maintenance

USA – Avenger Flight Group, a global operator of full flight simulator training centers, has promoted Michael Hamoy as the company as Manager of Simulator Maintenance for its Dallas Training Center as of January 2025.

The Dallas 2 training center operates 13 full flight simulators and 3 FTD/IPT simulators (from TDM’s CAE, SIM International and TRU).

Source: Michael Hamoy (Avenger Flight Group)
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Global Flight Training Group Skyborne and UK Airline Partner to Offer Trainee Pilots a Secured Career Pathway in 2025

Gloucestershire, United Kingdom – Skyborne, a global pilot training group which operates flight training bases in the United Kingdom and the United States, has announced a new partnership with TUI, one of the UK’s leading airlines, to launch a program providing trainee pilots with a secure career pathway. The initiative will allow Skyborne trainees to receive conditional job offers from TUI during their training, ensuring a clear route to becoming an airline pilot.

  • Skyborne trainees will have the opportunity to be “tagged” by TUI during ground school training.
  • Tagged trainees will receive conditional job offers, securing employment with TUI before graduating from the program.

Skyborne places more graduate pilots with top airlines than any other flight school in the UK.” stated Skyborne.

Source: Skyborne
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Flight School Resource and Training Timeline Forecasting Tool, Aeroplanned, Empowered Flight School to Secure Airline Cadet Program in 2025

Global – Aeroplanned, the pioneering resource planning platform for flight training, has started 2025 by emphasizing its mission to strengthen collaboration between airlines and flight schools. The company’s platform continues to empower flight schools to secure airline cadet programs, with one of its flight school clients securing a new airline cadetship program partnership.

  • Aeroplanned’s software equips flight schools with tools to confidently manage airline cadet programs, providing critical visibility and operational efficiency.
  • Flight schools using Aeroplanned can demonstrate their ability to:
    • Train cadets with adequate resources and detailed planning.
    • Ensure students finish their programs on time with progress tracking and resource adjustments.

Over the last 18 months, Aeroplanned has rapidly established itself to impact the airline cadet training market.

  • Aeroplanned has served flight schools globally, supporting their cadet training management with a focus on tracking and optimizing cadet progress.
  • In the last six months, the Aeroplanned team traveled with 12 airlines across Australasia, Asia, the US, and Europe, seven of which partner with flight training organisations that use Aeroplanned for their cadet program tracking.
  • The platform enables flight schools to manage complex planning variables unique to cadet training, replacing traditional spreadsheet-based systems.
  • Airlines benefit indirectly, with cadet program management now facilitating on-time cadet deliveries to airlines, aiding recruitment planning and resource management.

Source: Aeroplanned
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Turkey’s HAVELSAN to Host 11th National FSTD Workshop in Ankara in February 2025

Turkey – The “11th National FSTD (Flight Simulation Training Devices) Workshop” will take place on February 4-5, 2025, at Havelsan headquarters in Ankara. This workshop will bring together key stakeholders from Turkey’s flight simulation and civil aviation sectors.

  • The event will gather representatives from the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority, airlines. full flight simulator training centers, flight training organizations, manufacturers and industry suppliers.
  • Discussions will focus on the latest developments in flight simulation technology and its application in pilot training.
  • The workshop aims to strengthen collaboration among Turkish aviation stakeholders and advance the use of FSTD in training programs.

Source: Ulusal FSTD Çalışma Grubu
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Simulator Manufacturer Flightdeck Solutions Deploys 2 Devices to British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada – The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) welcomes the arrival of two state-of-the-art flight simulators from Flightdeck Solutions, a leading Canadian aviation simulator manufacturer. The addition of the two advanced flight simulators to the BCIT Aerospace Technology Campus in Richmond marks a major advancement in support of the aviation sector in BC while also furthering BCIT’s leadership as one of the largest aviation training providers in Canada. The flight training devices offer Aircraft Maintenance Engineering students with full-scale representation of the Boeing 737 MAX and the De Havilland Dash 8-Q400 flight decks – providing an immersive and safe learning experience that mimics real-world aviation scenarios and settings. Aircraft Maintenance Engineering students with full-scale representation of the Boeing 737 MAX and the De Havilland Dash 8-Q400 flight decks – providing an immersive and safe learning experience that mimics real-world aviation scenarios and settings.

Both devices, despite their large scale and all-metal construction, were transported in through a standard door and assembled inside the BCIT learning space. Inside each fully enclosed flight deck is a 220 degrees wrap-around projection screen where students get a fully tactile experience complete with operational switches and knobs for all key functions, as well as loaded flight controls for a realistic feel of the aircraft under different flying conditions. Within each device, there is space for an instructor to play and pause flight scenarios, change weather, or set up failures or malfunctions for the students to respond to – all of which mimics a real-world flying experience.

The comprehensive capabilities of the two flight training simulators contribute to fostering a safe and realistic learning environment for students to familiarize themselves with complex flight operations, procedures, and real-world scenarios, such as taxiing, approaches, and landings.

Beyond enhancing students’ hands-on learning experiences in a simulated real-world environment, the new flight simulators also benefit the broader aviation industry by providing improved access to cutting-edge training tools. This ensures industry professionals stay up to date with the latest skills and advancements in aviation.

Supporting innovation and growth in the BC aerospace sector

British Columbia has one of the largest aerospace clusters in Canada and is home to approximately 200 aerospace companies specializing in training, maintenance, manufacturing, security and more. According to the Province of BC, the aerospace industry in BC is estimated to generate $2.5 billion in revenue annually and directly employ almost 9,000 people.

The addition of the two flight training simulators at BCIT was made possible due to funding provided by PacifiCan. Together with industry and government, BCIT continues to elevate aviation training standards, drive technological advancements, and cultivate a skilled workforce that meets the evolving demands of the aerospace sector.

British Columbia Institute of Technology

“The addition of the two flight training devices is equivalent to BCIT gaining two new aircraft, through simulation,” said Steve Perry, Dean, School of Transportation. “Thanks to collaboration with Flightdeck Solutions and support from PacifiCan, BCIT Aerospace students and industry partners now have improved access to training opportunities that support a growing and thriving sector.”

 Flightdeck Solutions

“We’re incredibly proud and thankful to see yet another leading Canadian aviation institution recognize the value of our training solutions,” noted Peter Cos, President of Flightdeck Solutions. “The collaboration with BCIT, like our partnerships with other Canadian schools, underscores the power of homegrown innovation in shaping the future of aviation training. Together with our Canadian partners, we’re setting new standards for pilot education and reinforcing Canada’s reputation for excellence in aviation.”

PacifiCan

“These new flight training resources will prepare British Columbians for exciting opportunities in the aerospace sector,” said the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan). “The British Columbia Institute of Technology has a long history of driving innovation and supporting world-class training opportunities in our province, and PacifiCan is proud to partner with BCIT in this effort.”

About the British Columbia Institute of Technology
Celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2024, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) delivers flexible, relevant, and future-proof education that prepares learners to lead innovation in their workplaces and communities. As one of BC’s largest post-secondary institutes with five campuses, 300+ programs, and close to 43,000 students enrolled each year, BCIT connects education, industry, and government in building an agile workforce. The BCIT curriculum is developed through close consultation with industry and delivered by instructors who have hands-on experience in their fields.  

About Flightdeck Solutions
With a 24-year legacy of excellence, Flightdeck Solutions (FDS) has emerged as a prominent global provider of high-level flight simulation offerings for the aerospace and aviation industry. FDS has garnered worldwide trust by consistently delivering premium-quality, immersive, fully tactile Flight Training Devices (FTDs), as well as niche custom hardware solutions, supporting R&D, marketing, and flight training initiatives across the aerospace sector.

FDS’s versatility shines through their work on diverse aircraft systems, from the widely adopted B737MAX and A320 to the B787, B777, C208, C172, and Q400. This breadth of expertise, combined with their renowned quality and financial accessibility, has earned them the trust of industry leaders like Boeing, Honeywell, and CAE, as well as prestigious educational institutions throughout North America who turn to FDS for their comprehensive offerings.

Source: Flightdeck Solutions and British Columbia Institute of Technology
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