43 Air School, one of Africa’s largest flight training organisations, has announced the commencement of its latest intake of around 18 aspiring aviators.
With over 70 training aircraft 43 Air School trains over 300 pilots for the African continent and for Asian airlines such as Indian airline IndiGo and Vietnam’s flag carrier Vietnam Airlines.
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Australia headquartered global operator of pilot simulator training centres since the mid 1980s, Ansett Aviation Training (AAT), has shared that its Milan, Italy based training center Ansett Aviation Italia is seeking applicants for an ATO Crew Training Coordinator position.
Ansett Aviation Italia operates the following full flight simulators:
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Port Alfred, South Africa – 43 Air School, one of the largest flight training group’s on the African continent, has announced job openings for flight instructors with a competitive sign-on bonus of R50,000 to R80,000 (approx. USD $2.7-4.4k). The hiring initiative includes interviews in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Source: 43 Air School
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Yaoundé, Cameroon – ELITE Simulation Solutions is proud to announce the installation of its state-of-the-art PI-135 Professional Basic Aviation Training Device (BATD) at the Ministry of Interior’s Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) in Yaoundé, Cameroon. This marks the third ELITE simulator to be deployed in the country, further strengthening its commitment to advancing aviation training across the region.
The PI-135 Pro is a cutting-edge flight simulator renowned for its ability to replicate realistic single-engine and multi-engine flight experiences. Equipped with advanced features such as dynamic control loading on the yoke and pedals, GTN750 GPS units, and is FAA-certified. The simulator is designed to deliver unparalleled realism. With its integration of Lockheed Martin’s image generator and 3 curved monitor visual system, the PI-135 Pro ensures trainees experience lifelike cockpit operations and in-depth procedural training for various aircraft models, including but not limited to the the Cessna 172, Cessna 182, Mooney M20J, and Seneca III.
The installation at CCAA underscores ELITE’s commitment to providing innovative training solutions tailored to the needs of professional pilots, flight schools, and regulatory authorities. By offering an accessible, high-performance training tool, ELITE supports the enhancement of aviation safety and operational excellence across Cameroon.
Christopher Reville, CCO at ELITE, commented, “The deployment of the PI-135 Pro in Yaoundé is a testament to ELITE’s dedication to empowering aviation professionals with robust and reliable training tools. This third installation in Cameroon highlights the growing recognition of our technology’s value in developing aviation capabilities on the African continent.”
The PI-135 Pro is designed to meet global certification standards, including FAA BATD, making it a versatile and effective tool for pilot licensing, recurrent training, and maintaining instrument proficiency. With its compact design and cost-effective operational model, the simulator is a strategic addition to Cameroon’s aviation training infrastructure.
About ELITE Simulation Solutions
Founded in 1987, ELITE Simulation Solutions is a global leader in the design and production of flight training devices, IFR simulation software, and flight controls. Headquartered in Dübendorf, Switzerland, the company operates across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, delivering world-class simulation solutions to aviation professionals, training schools, and enthusiasts.
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Europe’s leading airline easyJet has announced that it is expanding its flight training operations across Europe through its continued partnership with world-renowned training and simulation technology partner CAE.
The airline is expanding at existing CAE training facilities with two additional state-of-the-art full flight simulators in London Gatwick and one additional full flight simulator in Milan. easyJet is also beginning pilot training at CAE Amsterdam, which will house two full flight simulators exclusive to easyJet training operations. The additional full flight simulators will begin training operations from winter 2025.
The expansion will support easyJet’s continued growth across the UK and Europe. Next spring, the airline will open a new three-aircraft base at London Southend, alongside significant and strategic growth in Italy with new bases planned at Milan Linate and Rome, subject to the European Commission approval. easyJet will also take delivery of nine new Airbus A320 aircraft, following the delivery of 16 aircraft in its last financial year.
The move reinforces easyJet’s industry leading reputation for pilot training through its partnership with CAE, leveraging the latest generation technology. It means the airline’s pilot training facilities, with a fleet of 19 flight simulators across three countries, will be among the most modern in the world.
With the training centres operational for up to 20 hours a day during peak training periods, they will deliver the annual training needs for over 7000 easyJet pilots, including for newly-qualified pilots, recurrent training for experienced pilots and command upgrade courses – the training programme for experienced Senior First Officers to become Captains.
David Morgan, easyJet’s Chief Operating Officer, said: “easyJet is a growing airline and expanding these Europe-wide training facilities in partnership with CAE will play a critical role in supporting this growth across our network. By continuing to utilise advanced technologies, we are ensuring our thousands of pilots across Europe are trained to the global industry leading standards we are recognised for. That’s why around 100 million customers choose to travel with us each year.
“We are pleased to continue working with CAE as a trusted global training provider, to help ensure easyJet is a centre of excellence for crew training.”
“We’re delighted to extend and expand our longstanding partnership with easyJet and to support their growth,” said Michel Azar-Hmouda, CAE Division President, Commercial Aviation “Through our state-of-the-art facilities and tailored training solutions, we’re shaping the future of aviation training while reaffirming our commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence.”
easyJet continues to expand its network and operations across Europe with 31 bases across eight countries and operating a fleet of over 340 A320 family aircraft. The airline flies over 1000 routes to over 160 destinations in 37 countries.
easyJet uses CAE’s latest generation of flight simulators, including the CAE 7000XR FFS equipped with the CAE Tropos™ 6000XR visual system. It was also to utilise CAE’s latest generation of FTDs, the CAE 600XR, to train its pilots.
About CAE
At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, maintenance technicians, airlines, business aviation operators, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with approximately 13,000 employees in more than 240 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.
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