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Global Flight Training Group Airways Aviation Welcomes October 2025 Asian Flag Carrier Cadets to Australia for Flight Training

Australia – Airways Aviation, one of the largest aviation and pilot training group’s in the world operating pilot training academies across Europe, the Middle East, Asia/Australia, India and Africa, has welcomed a new group of cadets from Philippine Airlines Aviation School to its Archerfield Airport campus in Queensland, marking the commencement of their practical flight training phase. The cadets previously completed their ground theory training in the Philippines.

Since its inception in the 1960s, the PAL Aviation School has provided top-tier education and training for aspiring pilots.

The program is an 18-month self-funded ab-initio pilot training course.

    • Training structure:

      • Ab-initio training at Airways Aviation’s Australia campus.

      • Advanced training at PAL Aviation Training Center (PATC), Manila, including A320 narrowbody type rating.

      • Widebody procedural training at partner simulator hubs in Clark, Haneda, Singapore, Vietnam, and Thailand.

    • Training devices and aircraft:

      • Alsim AL250 fixed-base simulator.

      • Cessna C172R and C172S aircraft.

    • License: CASA Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating (Australia), convertible to Philippine license.

    • Employment: Program is self-sponsored; no guaranteed employment, though graduates may be interviewed depending on airline needs and job availability.

    • Eligibility: Open to external candidates and active PAL/PAL Express employees.

Source: Janet D. (Airways Aviation)

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US Regulator Approves Production Increase for Boeing 737 in October 2025

USA – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted its production cap on Boeing’s 737 MAX progra, allowing the aircraft manufacturer to increase output from 38 to 42 aircraft per month. The restriction had been in place since January 2024.

  • FAA safety inspectors completed extensive audits and oversight of Boeing’s production lines before approving the rate increase.

  • Boeing plans to ramp up production to 42 aircraft per month immediately, supporting recovery efforts across its delivery backlog and airline commitments.

  • The 737 MAX is Boeing’s flagship single-aisle aircraft, with widespread adoption among global carriers including Ryanair, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines.

  • The FAA confirmed the rate increase in a direct call from FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford to Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg.

Source: FAA & Boeing

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Flight School Resource and Training Timeline Forecasting Software, Aeroplanned, Launches 3‑Month Tracking and Resource Planning Dashboard

Global – Aeroplanned, the pioneering resource planning platform for flight training, has announced the rollout of its new “3‑Month Tracking and Resource Planning Dashboard” offering tailored visibility of student progress and resource utilisation for flight schools.

  • The dashboard provides a three‑month forward view of training operations, highlighting who’s in training, how they are tracking, and where intervention may be required.

  • It links student progress with resource forecasts, enabling training organisations to see when capacity is constrained or when there is spare capacity, thus helping avoid bottlenecks or under‑utilisation.

  • Features include interactive metrics alignment (allowing schools to match the dashboard with their own KPI set) and custom tagging/grouping of cohorts or resources for flexible operational planning.

  • Earlier in May 2025, the company announced a feature‑suite release enhancing data‑accuracy tools—such as built‑in guidance to detect incomplete or outdated data points—designed for flight schools without dedicated planners.

Check out the video below to see how it looks in action.

Source: Aeroplanned

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Acron Aviation Acquires Exclusive License and Key Related Assets for Honeywell’s Thermal Switches Product Line

USA – Acron Aviation is proud to announce the acquisition of Honeywell’s Thermal Switches Product Line. This major milestone marks Acron Aviation’s second acquisition in six months, since its launch as a standalone company in March 2025. This strategic purchase reinforces Acron Aviation’s commitment to supporting the global aviation and space industries with high-reliability components tailored to meet the rigorous demands of OEMs, military and civil aircraft operators.

Alan Crawford, Chief Executive Officer, Acron Aviation said: “This acquisition marks a pivotal step in our journey. The mechanical thermal switch is more than a legacy product, it’s a trusted, high-performance component essential to aircraft reliability and safety.” Crawford continued, “we’re proud to add this complementary product line to our portfolio and expand our support to OEMs and operators with precision-engineered solutions that don’t compromise on performance.”

The thermal switch is a snap-acting device that activates or interrupts an electrical current in response to temperature changes. It remains the industry standard for high-reliability thermal control applications and is engineered with variant configurations to support a wide operating range from -110°F to 700°F. The switch is customizable to exacting specifications, making it a critical component across numerous air and space platforms.

Customers rely on thermal switches for engine and environmental system temperature control, safety-critical circuit protection and customized configurations that match fleet-specific operating conditions.

The acquisition will see Acron Aviation take on responsibility for manufacturing, global distribution and sales of thermal switches under a strategic license agreement and supports the company’s ambitious growth plans as a top-tier supplier to the aerospace industry.

About Acron Aviation
Acron Aviation is strategically aligned to deliver world-leading commercial aviation solutions designed to serve aircraft operators and airframe manufacturers across the globe. Our expertise extends to multiple facets of commercial aviation from OEM certified avionics to state-of-the-art simulation devices, best-in-class pilot training and market-leading flight data analytics. With a global footprint, we are uniquely positioned to deliver comprehensive, cutting-edge solutions that enhance our customers operations and further our mission of innovating to create safer skies.

Source: Acron Aviation

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New Parent Brand and CEO to Elevate Simnest Companies to the Next Level

Hungary – Under the name Simnest Group, a new parent brand brings Simnest Aviation and Simnest Pilot Academy even closer to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and innovation. Cpt. Gyula Kühtreiber, former Head of Flight Operations and Recruitment Manager at an airline, current TRE, has been appointed CEO to lead the Group’s strategic evolution.

Simnest Aviation is one of the leading manufacturers in its category, with 23 EASA-certified, type-representative Simnest A320 and B737 FNPT II MCC simulators installed across Europe. Its sister company, Simnest Pilot Academy – a Wizz Air training partner – operates four Simnest A320 FNPT II MCC simulators and has trained nearly 2,500 students, including more than 1,700 MCC and APS MCC graduates, making it one of Europe’s most sought-after simulator-based pilot training organizations.

Although the two companies have long operated in close synergy, the establishment of Simnest Group aims to align their resources for even greater efficiency and a more unified market presence. As a result, the Simnest brands will deliver an even higher level of customer service, a stronger customer-centric mindset, innovative product development, and a continuously expanding portfolio for both aviation professionals and future pilots.

Alongside the organizational transformation, the Simnest Group and its brands are also undergoing a visual renewal: the corporate logos are being refreshed, a unified brand identity is being introduced, the website is being redesigned, and at all future industry exhibitions and events, the Group and its member brands will be represented together.

“The remarkable achievements of Simnest Aviation and Simnest Pilot Academy are undeniable. In just a few years, both companies have evolved from small Central European start-ups into leading European organizations in their respective fields. I firmly believe that by building on these accomplishments, on the expertise and dedication of our colleagues, and on my experience in airline management and the wider aviation industry, we can reach new heights. Together, we aim to contribute to uncompromising, high-quality pilot training not only in Europe but beyond, both on the manufacturing and training sides.” – said Cpt. Gyula Kühtreiber, CEO of Simnest Group.

The new Group CEO will be introduced at EATS 2025, held on November 5–6 in Cascais, Portugal, where the entire Group will be represented for the first time at stand 616.

About Simnest Aviation
Simnest Aviation is a major player in the fixed-base FSTD manufacturing market. The company has 23 type-representative simulators operating across eight European countries, and its proprietary FMGS software is also used in North America and Asia. Its product lineup – including the Simnest A320 FNPT II MCC, its simplified version, the Simnest A320 AATD, and the Simnest B737 FNPT II MCC – is designed to closely replicate the real aircraft, down to the finest details. This high level of realism has helped ATOs around the world expand their training portfolios and secure pilot training contracts with major airlines such as Brussels Airlines, Jettime, Norwegian, Scandinavian Airlines, and Wizz Air.

About Simnest Pilot Academy
Celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, Simnest Pilot Academy provides an almost unique approach by training its cadets entirely on simulators. Over the past years, the Academy has trained nearly 2,500 students, including more than 1,700 MCC and APS MCC graduates. The number of students has nearly doubled every year, and today the Academy trains future pilots on four Simnest A320 FNPT II MCC simulators, which have recently surpassed 30,000 total operating hours. The fleet will expand further next year with the addition of a Simnest B737 FNPT II MCC simulator, enabling the Academy to serve students pursuing Boeing-oriented career paths as well. The Academy’s quality standards are reflected in its Wizz Air training partnership, established in 2023. Since then, over 300 APS MCC courses have been completed by future Wizz Air pilots at the Academy.

Source: Simnest Group

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