Market Intelligence: Africa

Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – Private-Radar

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series AFM’s Customer Success & Business Development Manager Agata Marszalek speaks with Prisque Lemble, Founder and CEO of Private-Radar – an innovative and easy-to-use cloud-based software designed to streamline the daily operations of pilot training centers

The conversation covers:

  • Background and Motivation: Prisque Lemblé founded Private Radar in 2014 after a near-collision incident while flying, which inspired him to create a system to improve aviation safety. His company now offers flight school management software with an integrated aircraft tracking system.
  • Growth and Partnerships: Private Radar has rapidly expanded, with over 100 partners in 30 countries. Notable partnerships include Lufthansa Aviation Training and American Flight Schools, with recent expansions into new countries including Romania and Australia.
  • Pilot Shortage and Regulatory Challenges: Lemblé discussed the global shortage of pilots and regulatory challenges like competency-based training assessments (CBTA) from EASA. Private Radar helps flight schools meet these evolving standards.
  • Innovative Solutions: The company focuses on improving efficiency and reducing operational costs. Their aircraft tracking system optimizes aircraft utilization and maintenance.
  • Customization and Client Focus: A key differentiator for Private Radar is its ability to customize software based on client feedback and specific regional requirements, enhancing its adaptability for flight schools worldwide.

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Airbus Releases 2024-2043 Global Services Forecast – Including Pilot Demand Forecast

Global aircraft manufacturer, Airbus, released the latest edition of its Global Services Forecast (GMF) for the 2024-2043 period. The forecasts highlights that the services market is set to almost double in size over the next 20 years to USD 290bn. Driven by: 42,430 new aircraft deliveries.

Key relevant highlights for the pilot training ecosystem:

  • 42,430 new aircraft deliveries; 18,460 to replace and 23,970 to grow the current fleet
  • 620,000 new pilots required
    • 124,000 in North America
    • 124,000 in China
    • 119,000 in Europe and CIS
    • 90,000 in Asia Pacific
    • 59,000 in the Middle East
    • 54,000 in South Asia
    • 36,000 in Latin America and the Caribbean
    • 14,000 in Africa
  • 8.3 million hours of training required in simulators

Source: Airbus

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Airbus Announces New President for Africa and the Middle East for 2025

Gabriel Sémelas has been appointed by Airbus as its new President of Airbus in Africa and the Middle East, effective 1st January 2025.

“Gabriel brings over 24 years of experience in the aeronautical industry and will be responsible for overseeing our operations across all divisions in this strategically important region.” shared Airbus.

Source: Airbus

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South African Flight Training Group 43 Air School Welcomes Over 22 Aspiring Pilots in September 2024 Intake

43 Air School, one of Africa’s largest flight training organisations, proudly welcomed their latest group of 23 aspiring pilots in the September 2024 intake.

This follows December 2023’s announcement by 43 Air School for strategic partnership with Henley Aeronautical Institute of Learning (HAIL), introducing an exciting addition to its course offerings – the Online Aviation Management Program.

Source: 43 Air School
Photo Credit: 43 Air School

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Aviation Distance Learning Provider, CPaT, Announces Contract with Berniq Airways

Houston, Texas USA – CPaT Global, the world’s leading provider of distance learning for the airline and aviation industry, announced they have been awarded a new contract with newly established Libyan Airline, Berniq Airways. CPaT will provide Berniq Airways with customized Aircraft Systems courses for their Airbus A320 CEO and A320 NEO fleets, along with a full suite of Aircraft Procedural Trainers. In addition to pilot training materials, CPaT will deliver a comprehensive range of Cabin Crew Training products, including Aircraft Systems for Cabin Crew (for both the Airbus A320 and A320 NEO), Cabin Crew Safety and General Subject Courses, and 3D Cabin Trainers.

“We are excited to partner with Berniq Airways and support their training needs with our tailored Airbus A320 CEO and A320 NEO courses,” said Captain Greg Darrow, VP of Sales. “By providing both Airbus pilot training materials and a comprehensive range of cabin crew products, we aim to enhance the quality and effectiveness of their training programs as they grow their operations.”

Berniq Airways, based in Benghazi City, Libya, is on a mission to excel, representing hope and prosperity for Libya. The company’s name reflects its vision of providing high-quality aviation services while staying connected to Libyan heritage and civilization. Captain Alsanussi Alghazali, Flight Operations Manager of Berniq Airways, happily announced, “We’re excited to partner with CPaT Global to expand our training with customized, unlimited, and easily accessible courses. We are dedicated to continually improving and embracing new technologies to enhance our teams.”

About CPaT
CPaT Global, LLC (CPaT) is the market leader in distance learning for the aviation industry. CPaT delivers software-as-a-service applications to more than 350 global aviation customers, serving 100,000+ individual training users each year. CPaT pioneered the use of distance learning in aviation training 30 years ago and has built on that legacy to offer new and imaginative training solutions that are practical, forward-looking, and invaluable. CPaT transforms aviation instruction by providing smart training solutions, with in-depth content and interactive courseware spanning aircraft systems, general subjects, and operational procedures.

About Berniq Airways
Berniq Airways is a newly established commercial airline company based in Benghazi City, Libya, offering domestic and international flight services. The company aims to improve air transportation services and enhance connectivity between Libyan cities and the world. Berniq Airways adheres to the highest and latest safety and quality standards in the aviation industry and aspires to provide a comfortable and exceptional travel experience for its passengers.

Source: CPaT Global
Photo Credit: CPaT Global

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South African Flight Training Group 43 Air School Welcomes New Another Batch of Indian Airline Cadets in 2024

43 Air School, one of Africa’s largest flight training organisations, announced it has welcomed 5 new students for Insight’s IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme in September 2024. The program is done in partnership with Indian pilot training facilitator Insight Flyer.

IndiGo, the leading airline of India, has appointed Insight Aviation to select and train ab-initio pilots for their Cadet Pilot Programme to fulfil their growing demand for pilots to cater for their massive fleet growth. Insight Aviation has teamed up with South Africa’s premier flight training organization, 43 Air School, to deliver a the flight training component of the program.

Key program statistics:

  • Cost USD$ 127,500
  • Age
    • Minimum Age: 18 Years on Last Date of Application
    • Maximum Age: 32 Years on Last Date of Application
  • Ground School in India for 4 months
  • Flight Training in South Africa for 11 monnths
  • License conversion in India for 4 months
  • Type Rating for A320

Source: 43 Air School and Insight Aviation
Photo Credit: 43 Air School

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