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FFS Manufacturer and Operator Avion Highlights London Training Center Availability in 2025

United Kingdom – Full flight simulator manufacturer and training center operator Avion has highlighted its capability as a dependable pilot training provider with its A320neo Level D simulator centre operating at London Luton Airport. The facility, which supports both dry and wet lease training, is targeting European Airbus operators seeking reliable, round-the-clock access to certified full-flight training.

  • The A320neo Level D simulator at Luton operates 24/7, delivering over 5,000 training hours annually.

  • The simulator has achieved a 99.7% uptime, underscoring its high reliability for operator scheduling.

  • Certified by both the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and EASA, the facility supports European operators with regulatory-compliant training solutions.

  • Recent upgrades include low-energy systems and a complete LED lighting conversion, reflecting Avion’s effort to reduce the environmental impact of training operations.

In May Avion had appointed Prachee Van Brandenburg as its new Chief Executive Officer. Van Brandenburg brings over a wealth of international experience in aviation, regulatory affairs, and cross-cultural leadership. Her appointment is expected to bolster Avion’s strategic expansion and innovation initiatives.

Learn more about Avion or Brandenburg by connecting with her through her LinkedIn profile here.

Source: Avion
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Irish Pilot Training Organization AFTA Conducts APS MCC Course for Air Astana Cadets in 2025

Cork, Ireland – Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA) is completing ongoing APS MCC courses on its Boeing B737MAX simulator for its Air Astana cadets.

AFTA had welcomed a new group of 18 Air Astana cadets as part of its ongoing partnership with Kazakhstan’s national airline. The collaboration, which began in 2012, continues to provide cadet pilots with high-quality training to prepare them for airline operations.

Source: Atlantic Flight Training Academy

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Qatar Airways Chooses F AIR as Strategic Training Partner for MPL Cadet Program

Czech Republic – flight training group F AIR has shared that it has signed a landmark partnership agreement between F AIR and Qatar Airways. Qatar Airways has entrusted F AIR as one of its official training partners for the next generation of pilots through a five-year MPL training agreement.

This collaboration is a profound recognition of F AIR’s 30+ years of dedication to integrity, safety, and personalized pilot training.

“Partnering with Qatar Airways fills us with pride and validates the core values that define us,” said Michal Markovič, CEO of F AIR. “It’s a testament to the trust earned through our commitment to every student’s success.”

As the first students prepare to start in late 2025, this partnership will also drive new investments and growth in F AIR’s infrastructure and team, enhancing the training experience for all our clients and partners.

Captain Khalid Al-Hammadi, Senior Vice President Flight Operations at Qatar Airways, said: “We are proud to partner with F AIR as we continue to invest in developing the finest aviation talent from around the world. This agreement marks a key milestone in our commitment to training future pilots to the highest standards of professionalism, safety, and excellence. F AIR’s proven expertise and student-focused approach align perfectly with our values, and we look forward to seeing the next generation of Qatar Airways pilots take flight through this programme.”

“This partnership is more than a contract – it’s a shared journey to shape the next generation of professional pilots with unwavering professionalism, deep responsibility, and a genuine passion for aviation,” Markovič added. “Together with Qatar Airways, we look forward to shaping exceptional pilots and building the future of aviation.”

Source: F AIR
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Ireland’s Simtech Aviation Highlights Over 70 Airlines Hiring Graduates

Dublin, Ireland – Simtech Aviation, an EASA-approved training organization based in Dublin, has welcomed new APS MCC cohort to its training centre in June 2025, featuring amix of seven (7) UK CAA and EASA cadets.

Simtech Aviation has highlighted as well its unique attractions for pilots across the continent:

  • Recommended partnership program with Wizz Air UK (UK APS MCC)
  • 70+ Airlines hire its graduates (EASA APS MCC)
  •  NPS 96 student satisfaction score 2025

Source: Simtech Aviation
Photo Credit: Simtech Aviation

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