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Indian Flight Training Group Chimes Aviation Academy Expands Fleet in January 2025 with 2 Additional Aircraft

India – Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates two flight training bases in India, has expanded its fleet with the addition of two new Tecnam P2010 TDI aircraft, aligning with its commitment to providing advanced pilot training programs.

The Tecnam P2010 TDI is equipped with the Continental CD-170 engine and features advanced avionics, including the Garmin G1000 NXi suite.

CAA last month highlighted its 2024 Achievements

  • Fleet Expansion: Added one (1) Multi-Engine aircraft and five (5) Single-Engine aircraft to the training fleet.
  • Operational Milestones:
    • Flew over 29,000 hours, equivalent to training 145 ab initio commercial pilots.
    • Set a single-day flying record of 220+ hours in October.
    • Achieved the academy’s best-ever aircraft productivity in annual flying hours.
  • Pilot Training Programs:
    • Launched a Flying Instructor Program in partnership with IndiGo, inducting six instructors.
    • Enrolled 100+ IndiGo Cadet Pilots and achieved excellent pass rates for DGCA ground school exams.
  • Technological Advancements:
    • Implemented an industry-first integrated paperless platform for CAMO, inventory, and engineering operations.
    • Eliminated inefficiencies, streamlining operations to support the increase in scale.
  • Expansion Plans: Initiated discussions with state governments and private companies for establishing a third airbase.

To learn more about Chimes Aviation Academy check out the recent interview with AFM.

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy
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Pilot Training Ground School Materials Provider Padpilot Partners with Aeroclube de Leiria to Enhance PPL(A) Training in Portugal

Portugal – United Kingdom based pilot training educational material publisher Padpilot has announced a new partnership with Aeroclube de Leiria, a flight training organization offering a range of EASA aviation licenses. The collaboration will see Padpilot providing digital theory materials for the school’s Private Pilot Licence (PPL(A)) courses.

Elena Chignola from Aeroclube de Leiria said, “Padpilot has already proven an essential addition to our PPL(A) course, raising our pass rate to 100% at the first attempt. The feedback from students on the digital books has been very positive, and the same enthusiasm has been shared by our theoretical instructors. Our decision to implement Padpilot has given results since the very start and we are proud to offer updated, standardised training material to our current and future pilots.”

  • Aeroclube de Leiria, established in 1938, is one of Portugal’s longstanding aviation training institutions.
  • Padpilot’s digital theory materials have already contributed to a 100% first-attempt pass rate for PPL(A) students.
  • Both students and instructors have responded positively to the updated and standardized training content.

Source: Padpilot
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Flight School Management Software Aviatize Announces 2025 Appointment for CEO

Global – Aviatize has announced the appointment of Dominiek De Roo as its new CEO. De Roo, who joined the company in 2023 as the founding Country Manager for U.S. operations, brings extensive experience in both aviation management and flight operations.

  • De Roo is an active Boeing 747 pilot and previously served as Flight School Center Manager at CAE in Phoenix, Arizona.
  • His background provides a strong foundation in flight training operations and leadership.
  • Aviatize expects his expertise to drive the company’s growth and innovation in aviation technology and management solutions.

“As for me, I’ll be taking on the role of Chief Commercial Officer based out of Phoenix, focusing on business development and commercial growth to expand our reach and impact in the general aviation and flight training industry.” stated Tom Verbruggen, Founder of Aviatize.

Learn more about Aviatize or Mr. De Roo by connecting with him through his LinkedIn profile here.

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer ALSIM Completes ALSR20 Device Factory Acceptance Test for Korean Customer

France – Flight simulator manufacturer ALSIM has successfully completed the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for a ALSR20 simulator, which will soon be installed at the Korea National University of Transportation (KNUT) in South Korea.

KNUT, a leading aviation university in South Korea, will integrate the ALSR20 into its pilot training program, enhancing simulation-based learning for aspiring pilots.

Source: ALSIM

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Czech Flight Training Group, F AIR, Appoints Villiam Visokai as Chief Commercial Officer

Czech Republic –  headquartered F AIR Ltd., one of the largest flight training groups in Europe when measured by flight size, has appointed Villiam Visokai as Chief Commercial Officer as of January 2025. Mr Visokai was previously Base Managing Director at F Air. To learn more about F Air or Mr Visokai connect with him here.

Source: Villiam Visokai (F Air)

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Middle East Aviation Training Group and FFS Training Center Appoints Director of Training

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – airline owned aviation training group and full flight simulator training center Etihad Aviation Training has promoted Stefan Dudda to Director of Training as of October 2024. Captain Dudda was previously Head of Training. To learn more about Etihad Aviation Training or Cap. Dudda connect with him here.

Source: Stefan Dudda (Etihad Aviation Training)

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