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Middle East Aviation and Pilot Training Academy T3 Aviation Academy Hosts Abu Dhabi University’s Students

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates based aviation and pilot training group T3 Aviation Academy hosted an educational orientation titled ‘SkyBound Futures: Exploring Aviation with T3’ for students of the Aviation Department at the College of Engineering, Abu Dhabi University.

Earlier this year T3 Aviation Academy also expanded its training offering to include cabin crew training – introducing in March 2024 a Cabin Crew Foundation Course. The course has a duration of six (6) days through a hybrid modality (in-Class & Remotely/Online). The first batch is scheduled for May, while the second batch is in October 2024.

Source: T3 Aviation Academy
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Flight Simulator Manufacturer Simnest Aviation Secures First Turkish Client – Receiving Order for A320 FNPT II MCC Simulator

Simnest Aviation, the Hungary headquartered flight simulator manufacturer, announced a landmark agreement with Turkish aircraft sales, charter, ACMI, leasing and pilot training organisation Sky Aviation for the procurement of a Simnest A320 FNPT II MCC simulator. Sky Aviation is Simnest Aviation’s first Turkish client and the agreement was announced at the 2024 International Flight Training Expo (IFTE) held in Istanbul. The delivery of the simulator scheduled for the fall of 2024.

Simnest Aviation will exhibit at APATS in Singapore in September and EATS in Portugal in November, where company representatives will present the B737 FNPT II MCC device. Simnest Aviation has installed 20 flight simulation training devices in 8 countries worldwide since its first Airbus A320-based type representative simulator. Simnest simulators have been used for almost a year to train future pilots for Wizz Air, one of the world’s largest low-cost airlines, and from 2025 for Brussels Airlines.

Source: Simnest Aviation
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Pilot Training to Be Topic of Discussion at Aviation India Summit Taking Place June 12 and 13, 2024

New Delhi, India will host the inaugural Aviation India Summit and Exhibition scheduled for the 12th and 13th of June 2024 at the JW Marriott hotel in Aerocity, New Delhi. The two-day event is poised to be a high-level networking conference and exhibition. It is set to attract influential figures in the aviation sector, including professionals, leaders, and C-suite executives from India’s airlines and operators. The summit will also host representatives from regulators and pilot training industry stakeholders including flight schools, simulator training centers and pilot training industry suppliers.

Themed “New India Rising – How India’s Aviation Renaissance Can Achieve Global Ambitions,” the summit aims to illuminate India’s aviation industry. With an expected 700 delegates from India and the subcontinent’s airlines, operators, airports, and aviation support industries, individuals are invited to participate in this exciting event. It offers a unique opportunity to meet and network closely with the key players shaping the aviation landscape in the region.

The event has garnered official endorsement and support from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India.

AFM will be supporting the event by hosting a pilot training focussed panel with participation from leaders of the Indian pilot training ecosystem.

Pilot training industry stakeholders attending include:

  • AFM
  • Chimes Aviation Academy – India’s largest privately owned flight training organisation
  • CSTPL – CAE Simulation Training Pvt. Ltd. the joint venture between InterGlobe Enterprises (holding company of Indian airline IndiGo) and global pilot training solution provider CAE which together operate the most full flight simulator training centers in the country
  • Simaero – the global operator of full flight simulator training centers which is currently constructing a new training center in Gurugram
  • Aero Flight Aviation – Indian based pilot training facilitator for type rating
  • Alt.Academy – a South African based full flight simulator training center

For more information kindly contact us or register here www.aviationindia.aero

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ProSim Training Solutions Announces Multi-Year Agreement With UK Airline on A322 FMS Trainers

Aviation training and simulator software developer ProSim Training Solutions B.V. has announced a new partnership with Jet2.com, an United Kingdom headquartered airline and part of the Jet2 plc group. Both companies have entered into a multi-year agreement for the installation and servicing of – initially – fourteen A322 FMS Trainer classroom installations.

“We thank Captain James Fahey, Flight Crew Training Manager (ATO) – CFI Airbus at Jet2.com, for their confidence and are looking forward to a long lasting partnership between our companies” says Stefan Blansjaar, COO at ProSim.

Jet2.com continiously monitors the market for the best available and proven technological solutions to further strenghten their training footprint. The addition of the ProSim A322 FMS Trainer will contribute to the extension of Jet2.com’s training capacity to cope with the increased pilot demand in function of the significant extension of their Airbus A320 family fleet.

ProSim based in Delft, The Netherlands is a software provider for the training of aviation professionals, with products ranging from part task trainers to simulator suites for non-motion simulators for both familairization and type rating training, optionally equipped with an XR based virtual instructor software tool.

Source: ProSim Training Solutions
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Indian Airline Announces 2024 Appointment for Assistant Manager for Flight Operations (Cadet Pilot Program)

India’s largest low-cost carrier IndiGo has appointed Aditya Gupta as its new Assistant Manager for Flight Operations (Cadet Pilot Program). Expressing excitement about his new role. Mr. Gupta said, “I am honored to be on board to join a team of such high achievers and look forward to contributing to our continued success.” To know more about IndiGo or Mr. Gupta, connect with him through his LinkedIn Profile.

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BAA Training Expands Flight Training Base in Spain as it Plans to Become Largest Flight Training Organisation in the Country

BAA Training, the leader in aviation training solutions, has completed the large-scale expansion project of the training facilities at Lleida-Alguaire, Spain. The newly built facilities are an answer to the anticipated increased demand for pilot training due to the ongoing global pilot shortage.

As part of the expansion, the new main building can seat 40 students and a 15-person briefing area, which both allow seamless integration between theory and practice when it comes to student training.

“There has been a strong anticipation for a surge in student enrollment, which placed an emphasis on prioritizing our students’ comfort and training excellence here at our ground and flight schools in Lleida-Alguaire,” explained Joaquin Alejandro Suescun Atencio, Head of Flight School Operations at BAA Training. “That is why we made a strategic decision all the way back in 2022 to design and build new student facilities with those priorities in mind. Not only are we able to accommodate a larger number of students here in Lleida-Alguaire, but we also create an immersive infrastructure for both the faculty and the students.”

These new facilities encompass modern study spaces, well-equipped briefing rooms, spacious lounge areas, refreshing green spaces, and other additional amenities, creating a more effective and suitable training environment for networking and collaboration. The new training facilities have already welcomed their first batch of BAA Training students.

“The training demand to prepare well-rounded airline pilots is growing at a steady pace, that is for sure,” adds Miguel Del Moral, Corporate Strategy Manager at BAA Training. “One of our most popular training programs, the BAA Training Cadet Program, has been at the forefront of tackling that demand. Enrolled students cover all the bases: from theory and flight training all the way to Type Rating and guaranteed job offers at our partners—leading European airlines. The investment made into expanding our Lleida-Alguaire premises is, too, playing a significant role in making the cadet training program that much more attractive.”

The company’s overall growth has also included the significant expansion of BAA Training’s Cessna 172 Skyhawk aircraft fleet to develop the biggest pilot training base in Spain. The 48 Cessna 172s will be delivered by 2026.

To ensure the airworthiness and safety of the expanding aircraft fleet used for training, BAA Training’s MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) company, Avia Repair Co, has played a key role in Spain. With the hangar close to the flight school facilities, the company can guarantee effective routine inspections, repairs, and other necessary maintenance work.

To give a better look at the new training facilities in Lleida-Alguaire and to provide more information and insight into the cadet programs available, BAA Training is hosting an Open Door Day on June 15th, 2024.

In April 2024 BAA Training announced that it had partnered with Luxair, the flag carrier of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, has indicated that it will have “additional flight bases are scheduled for launch in the second half of 2024, with further openings in 2025 and 2026 across other parts of Europe.”.

BAA Training is part of the Irish company Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, with a fleet of 212 aircraft. The group also provides a range of aviation services including MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling, and various associated services. Supported by 12,000 highly skilled aviation professionals, the group operates worldwide.

Source: BAA Training

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer ALSIM Receives Order for 2 Devices from Airline Owned Flight Training Group in May 2024

Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), a flight training organisation and subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, signed a purchase agreement with France headquartered flight simulator manufacturer ALSIM for two Cessna 172 simulators during the IFTE 2024. This follow’s TAFA taking delivery of 10 brand new Cessna 172S training aircraft in 2023 to operate a fleet of 24 Cessna 172S aircraft.

In addition in 2023 Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA) signed an agreement with Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) for 20 single-engine training aircraft.

“As we prepare to carry our brand further within the scope of our vision for the next 10 years, it makes us all proud to see the high level of domestic and national opportunities and capabilities,” said Ahmet Bolat, Chairman at Turkish Airlines. “Our pilots to be trained with our aircraft to be produced by TAI will bring us closer to the fleet target of 800 aircraft, which we aim to have in 2033.”

“On the other hand, with this valuable agreement that will support TAFA to become an international pilot training center, the star of Turkish aviation will shine even brighter,” added Bolat.

Source: IFTE

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Indian Airline, IndiGo, Places Order for 30 Airbus A350 Widebody Aircraft in May 2024

IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has placed a firm order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The order will help expand IndiGo’s international network to long-haul destinations.

India, the world’s fastest growing major aviation market, is on the verge of an international travel boom as the economy grows and household incomes rise. The A350 is perfectly positioned to serve the country’s aspirations for long-range travel. The choice of the A350 is a reaffirmation of IndiGo’s continued trust in Airbus and is yet another validation of the aircraft as the undisputed leader in long-haul air travel.

“Today’s historic moment marks a new chapter for IndiGo and will further shape the future of the airline and for Indian aviation at the same time. For IndiGo, after successfully pioneering the Indian skies with an unprecedented journey, its fleet of 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft will allow IndiGo to embark on its next phase of becoming one of the leading global aviation players. At IndiGo, we take pride in being India’s preferred airline and for offering connectivity to our customers, in and with India. This reaffirms IndiGo’s belief in, and commitment to, the growth of India, and in our strategic partnership with Airbus,” said Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo.

“A heartfelt thank you to IndiGo for putting its trust in Airbus once again, and to our respective teams who negotiated this agreement for 30 A350s. IndiGo’s first widebody order opens an exciting new chapter in our close partnership. We are proud that our fuel-efficient, next-generation A320 Family revolutionised domestic air travel in India, and that now the A350 is poised to replicate the same success on long-haul routes,” Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales, Commercial Aircraft.

Bound in a relationship of symbiotic growth with India for more than half a century, Airbus products and services have catalysed the growth of the country’s civil aviation sector. While the Airbus A320 Family is supporting the democratisation of air travel in India, the A350 has become the reference aircraft to unlock the true potential of the international market for the Indian carriers.

IndiGo is among the fastest growing airline companies in the world, and is one of the largest A320 Family customers.

The A350 is the world’s most modern and efficient wide-body aircraft in the 300-410 seater category. The A350’s clean sheet design includes state-of-the-art technologies and aerodynamics delivering unmatched standards of efficiency and comfort. Its new generation engines and use of lightweight materials bring a 25 per cent advantage in fuel burn, operating costs and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, compared to previous generation competitor aircraft.

Source: Airbus

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