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Training Aircraft Manufacturer, Cirrus Aircraft, Launches SR Series G7

Cirrus Aircraft, the company that brought you the aircraft with the parachute and the Vision Jet that lands itself with the touch of a button, announced the newest generation of the world’s best-selling, high-performance, single-engine piston aircraft – the SR Series G7. The SR Series G7 aircraft features touchscreen interfaces, large high-resolution displays, advanced safety systems, improved visibility, increased legroom, enhanced convenience features, and the Cirrus IQ mobile app that provides remote access to real-time health and readiness indications for your aircraft so you can travel faster, safer and smarter wherever you go.

The G7 integrates an intuitive touchscreen-controlled flight deck with a comfortable and stylish cabin to create an approachable personal aviation experience. This simplified yet incredibly powerful flight deck reduces pilot workload while offering enhanced situational awareness for both pilot and passenger. Cirrus Aircraft has defined the personal aviation category with both the SR Series and the Vision Jet, and has aligned the flight deck, cabin experience and training programs, including our Private Pilot Program, to provide a clear progression from learning to fly and owning a SR Series aircraft, all the way through piloting your own Vision Jet.

“Our mission is to increase participation in aviation so more people can benefit from the freedom, productivity and joy it provides,” said Zean Nielsen, Chief Executive Officer of Cirrus Aircraft. “We have also developed a comprehensive ecosystem providing global sales, flight training, maintenance and support to ensure our owners have a seamless ownership experience. Our aircraft are truly designed with people in mind and the new SR Series G7 is a testament to that philosophy. Our team and our aircraft provide a clear path to enter and advance within the personal aviation community by learning to fly and eventually transition to the Vision Jet with ease.”

Now with nearly 10,000 aircraft delivered, the SR Series product line – TRAC20/22/22T, SR20, SR22, SR22T – continues to lead the high-performance, single-engine piston market with a rich history of industry-first advancements inspiring generations to come.

“Over the years, Cirrus Aircraft has continuously advanced its product lines while ensuring quality, performance and safety are paramount,” said Pat Waddick, President of Innovation and Operations of Cirrus Aircraft. “The SR Series G7 adds new avionics and autonomous interfaces coupled with all-new styling and comfort. It is the culmination of seamless collaboration between customer, innovation and operations to develop an aircraft with technological and generational advancements that make flying truly exceptional for all.”

The Future of Flying

First delivered in 1999 and now memorialized in the ‘We All Fly’ exhibition at the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum, the SR20 altered the light aircraft industry with a 10” multi-function display and later added a complete glass flight deck with the very first primary flight display in a small, certified aircraft. These technological advancements revolutionized the industry and helped improve safety while simplifying the way pilots navigate around the world – forever changing the aviation landscape.

Today, the SR Series G7 features Cirrus Perspective Touch+™ by Garmin®, the most advanced flight deck in the industry, and is the first-ever piston aircraft to incorporate dual Garmin Touch Controllers. Perspective Touch+ offers larger, high-resolution displays with expanded systems integration, enabling a more intuitive flight deck experience, reducing pilot workload and increasing situational awareness. The interior creates a refined inflight experience for pilot and passengers, increasing the comfort for every occupant with easy-to-see and understand flight details such as – current position, fuel level, destination arrival time and more.

The Perspective Touch+ flight deck now integrates more systems including:

  • Larger, high-resolution 12” or optional 14” widescreen displays to streamline tasks.
  • Garmin Touchscreen Controllers with intuitive icons and a shallow menu structure.
  • CAS-linked checklists and Checklist Scroll Wheel to easily navigate through checklists.
  • Taxiway Routing and 3D SafeTaxi to simplify airport ground navigation.

First-Class Cabin Comfort, Technology and Design

Pilot and passenger comfort continue to inspire reimagined interiors. The SR Series G7 reveals the seamless convergence of luxury, comfort and innovation. The reimagined interior embodies auto-inspired features and ergonomics throughout featuring:

  • New Push Button Start modernizes the G7 aircraft ignition.
  • Automatic Fuel Selector System makes fuel management even easier by automatically switching between fuel tanks every five gallons.
  • Redesigned interior panels incorporate dimmable task lights and ambient accent lighting, illuminating the cabin.
  • Sturdy cup holders, numerous pockets and two center console compartments neatly store belongings for increased organization, seamless cord management and accessibility.
  • Powered Headset Jacks and Lighted High-Power USB-C outlets are uniquely positioned within easy reach of each occupant to keep you connected during flight.

The 2024 SR Series G7 features a limited-edition aesthetic package as well as five new exterior and premium interior aesthetic options, all of which can be explored in the Cirrus Aircraft Configurator.

Unrivaled Safety

The Cirrus Airframe Parachute System is industry-defining, unique-to-Cirrus and standard equipment on all Cirrus aircraft. Continuously innovating with safety in mind, the company now introduces additional advanced safety systems to the G7:

  • Stick Shaker for enhanced low-speed situational awareness where pilot and copilot are alerted through a vibration in the yoke to warn of an imminent stall.
  • Flap Airspeed Protection monitors airspeed to protect from accidentally deploying or retracting flaps when the aircraft is traveling too fast or too slow for flap configuration changes.
  • Taxiway Routing and 3D SafeTaxi provide increased awareness in the airport environment.

Intelligent Aircraft Connection

Perspective Touch+ enables deeper integration of aircraft systems to increase pilot awareness of aircraft health and adds notable safety features including:

  • Aircraft Systems Synoptic Pages display a visual blueprint of the health and status of the aircraft systems, including fuel, electrical and ice protection.
  • Cirrus IQ™ mobile app checks for key aircraft readiness items – maintenance, technical publications, trip achievements, real-time status of fuel and oxygen levels, aircraft location, flight hours and more.

Built for Flight Training

The SR Series G7 continues to raise the bar as the modern flight training aircraft for forward-thinking, world-class flight training institutions. Cirrus Aircraft is proud to partner with Western Michigan University College of Aviation, the first collegiate program to take delivery of the new TRAC20 G7 for advanced student flight training in early 2024.

Whether you are a current pilot or ready to become one, Cirrus Aircraft can guide you every step of the way.

Fly the SR Series G7 today cirrusaircraft.com/aircraft/sr-series.

About Cirrus Aircraft 

Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet®, the world’s first single-engine Personal Jet™, and the recipient of the Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined aviation performance, comfort and safety with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed 17 million hours, and 250 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has seven locations in the United States, including Duluth, Minnesota; Grand Forks, North Dakota; Greater Dallas, Texas; Greater Phoenix, Arizona; and Greater Orlando, Florida; Knoxville, Tennessee and Benton Harbor, Michigan. Learn more at cirrusaircraft.com.

Source: Cirrus Aircraft
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Global Aircraft Manufacturer Boeing Delivers 528 Commercial Jets in 2023

United States headquartered aircraft manufacturer Boeing delivered 528 commercial jets in 2023, 157 of which were during the last quarter. Among its five main commercial airplane programs, the B737 leads the delivery with a total of 396. See below the summary of aircraft deliveries in numbers:

  • B737 – 396
  • B787 – 73
  • B767 – 32
  • B777 – 26
  • B747 – 1

AFM Team Note – using a conservative crew to aircraft ratio of 6 this would translate into over 6,300 pilots being required if the assumption was that all the aircraft are for fleet growth (not the case due to fleet replacement cases).

Source: Boeing
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European Aircraft Manufacturer, Airbus, Ends 2023 with Order Backlog of 8,598 Aircraft

  • Airbus delivered 735 commercial aircraft in 2023, an 11% increase on 2022.
  • 2,319 gross orders (2,094 net), including 1,835 A320 Family and 300 A350 Family aircraft.
  • Demonstrates strong recovery and acceleration for modernising aircraft fleets with latest generation fuel efficient aircraft.
  • The 2023 year end backlog stands at 8,598 aircraft.

Airbus delivered 735 commercial aircraft to 87 customers around the world in 2023, demonstrating strong performance despite a complex operating environment. The Commercial Aircraft business registered 2,319 gross new orders (2,094 net). As a result, its 2023 year end backlog stood at 8,598 aircraft.

“2023 was a landmark year for Airbus’ Commercial Aircraft business with exceptional sales and deliveries on the upper end of our target,” said Guillaume Faury, Airbus CEO. “A number of factors came together to help us achieve our goals, including the increased flexibility and capability of our global industrial system, as well as the strong demand from airlines to refresh their fleets with our most modern and fuel-efficient aircraft.” Guillaume added: “This is a remarkable achievement. My thanks goes to our customers, supplier partners and all the Airbus teams who made it happen.”

“We originally anticipated aviation to recover sometime in the 2023-2025 timeframe, but what we saw in 2023 was, alongside the single-aisle market, widebody return much sooner than expected, and with vigour,” said Christian Scherer, Airbus’ newly appointed CEO, Commercial Aircraft. “A big thumbs up to our commercial and regional teams, and importantly, a big thank you to our customers for their trust and partnership. We have never sold as many A320s or A350s in any given year, not to mention welcoming seven new customers for the A350-1000. Travel is back and there is serious momentum!” Christian added: “I’m proud to say there are now 735 more fuel-efficient Airbus jets flying today, paving the way to our lower carbon future. It’s the orders we win today that will support us in investing in innovative and even more sustainable solutions tomorrow.”

Source: Airbus
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Flight Training Management Software Provider, FlightLogger, Caps Off 2023 Supporting 182 Clients in 45 Countries

FlightLogger, a leader in flight training management software, is thrilled to announce a series of significant milestones achieved in the year 2023, marking a year of substantial growth and innovation.

Global expansion and clientele success

In 2023, FlightLogger proudly surpassed its client acquisition goal, reaching 182 clients worldwide, exceeding the initial target of 180. This expansion has not only solidified their global presence but also diversified their client base across 45 countries on six continents.

Among those who have joined FlightLogger, the company is proud to highlight new collaborations with some of the most prestigious flight training organizations: Sevenair Academy and Airways Aviation in Europe, RMIT University in Australia – the second largest university in the country, and Utah State University in the United States. Together with the many other training organizations who joined FlightLogger in 2023, these partnerships underscore the company’s commitment to delivering top-tier SaaS solutions to the world’s leading aviation training providers.

Internal Team Expansion and Specialized Roles

2023 has been a transformative year for FlightLogger, characterized by strategic internal growth. A significant development was the addition of a Product Manager to their team, a critical step in enhancing the development of their SaaS product. Additionally, FlightLogger expanded their development and client success teams, a move crucial for supporting their growing client base and maintaining their excellence in service and support.

In response to their expanding client base, FlightLogger has increased their development and client success teams. This enhancement not only supports their growth trajectory but also ensures that FlightLogger maintains their high standards of client service and support. This commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in their Capterra reviews, where the company boast an average overall rating of 4.6 out of 5, with an exceptional 4.85 in customer service. This feedback underlines their dedication to providing exceptional service and a user-friendly experience.

Innovative integrations for enhanced operations

Last year, FlightLogger intensified their focus on integrations as a strategic component of their growth plan. FlightLogger successfully integrated with several key platforms to provide comprehensive and streamlined solutions to their clients:

  • Aeroplanned: For advanced long-term planning capabilities, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Wingops and SAM: These integrations offer robust aircraft maintenance management, ensuring safety and compliance.
  • Quickbooks: Integration with Quickbooks facilitates streamlined and efficient billing processes, simplifying financial management for their clients.

These integrations represent FlightLogger’s commitment to providing a holistic and efficient operational experience for flight training organizations.

Impressive usage statistics

The effectiveness and reach of FlightLogger are underscored by their impressive usage statistics. Currently, FlightLogger proudly serves 93,000 users globally.

In 2023, a remarkable 819,000 flights were logged, and 1,100,000 bookings were made through their platform, marking a 27% increase from the previous year. These numbers are a testament to the trust and reliance placed in FlightLogger’s software by the flight training community.

Forward momentum

As FlightLogger looks to the future, FlightLogger is committed to continuing their trajectory of growth and innovation. FlightLogger is dedicated to empowering flight training organizations with the tools they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

FlightLogger extends their heartfelt thanks to their clients, partners, and team members who have contributed to their success this year. Here’s to reaching new heights together in 2024.

For more information about FlightLogger and their services, please visit https://flightlogger.net/.

Source: FlightLogger
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Simulator Manufacturer, MPS, Offers New Simulator Branding Options

Netherlands headquartered flight simulator manufacturer MPS is offering new and existing customers client-specific color branding options, something which has never been seen in the training industry before. Effective immediately, MPS customers will be offered the option to design a cabin which fits their marketing goals if purchasing a new simulator, or alternatively, other options to upgrade existing devices.

The cost for this branding opportunity is minimal and depends upon the order. Designs will add little to no downtime on existing devices and no additional time to deliver for new orders.

“At MPS, we are always innovating to move the needle in our industry. From technology updates, cabin redesigns and of course, always keeping you up to date on regulatory information, we take pride in delivering the ultimate training solution to your organization,” said MPS Chief Executive Officer Philip Adrian, “This new branding option will provide our customers with the chance to showcase their unique colors, logo and more.”

Frontier Airlines will be the first customer to see branding incorporated into their simulator devices with other orders already in place.

For more information about MPS, visit www.mps.aero or follow MPS on LinkedIn.

About MPS

MPS develops, manufactures and maintains type specific simulators, using actual Boeing B737 and Airbus A320 flight decks. The simulators are designed to support the needs of training organizations and airlines for high quality devices that support affordable training. MPS delivers its products and services worldwide to independent and major airline’s in-house training organizations. MPS has a global installed base of simulators qualified to the highest standards, such as FAA and EASA. For further information on MPS see https://www.mps.aero or contact us on +31 34 621 2777 or info@mps.aero.

Source: MPS
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Flight School Management Solution Provider Flightlogger Launches Customizable Flight Logs

One of the world’s leading flight school management software solution providers Flightlogger has shared that it has updated its SaaS solution with the introduction of Customizable Flight Logs!

“Our development team has been working diligently to provide a more flexible and efficient way for flight training organisations to log their flight data while maintaining compliance with regional regulations. With this update FlightLogger will be the only flight training management system to give complete freedom in how to log school flights, rentals, simulator sessions, etc.

Why customizable flight logs?
Every flight school operates differently, and the importance of specific logging parameters can vary greatly depending on regional regulations and individual training programs. With Customizable Flight Logs, FlightLogger gives you the control to tailor your logging parameters to fit your school’s unique needs. Whether you’re tracking block time, airborne time, tach, or hobbs, our system is now equipped to accommodate your specific requirements.

Adapt to regional regulations with ease
Understanding the diversity in logging requirements across regions, we’ve made our logs adaptable. For flight schools regulated by EASA, we know that block time is a primary logging parameter. Meanwhile, in the United States, Tach and Hobbs are often more emphasized. Our Customizable Flight Logs allow you to align with these regional preferences and ensure compliance with local aviation authorities, all while maintaining the ease and efficiency of use you expect from FlightLogger.

Example of customization:
Imagine your flight school is based in Europe, adhering to EASA regulations. You prioritize block time logging for its accuracy in recording the period from when the aircraft first moves for the purpose of taking off until it finally comes to rest at the end of the flight. With our customizable logs, you can set block time as a default parameter, ensuring that all logs are consistent and regulatory-compliant.

Conversely, if your operation is in the United States, you might prefer focusing on Tach and Hobbs. Tach time, which records engine operation times, and Hobbs time, measuring the total time from engine start to stop, are crucial for maintenance and billing purposes. Our system allows you to prioritize these parameters, streamlining your logging process and making your operations as efficient as possible.

Benefits for your flight school:

  • Flexibility: Adapt the system to your specific logging needs and regional requirements.
  • Compliance: Ensure that your logs meet the regulatory standards of your region.
  • Efficiency: Spend less time on paperwork and more time in the air, thanks to a streamlined logging process.
  • Accuracy: Maintain precise and reliable records for training, maintenance, and billing.

We are committed to continuous improvement and are excited to see how our customizable flight logs will enhance the flight training operations among our more than 180 clients around the wold. This update is a testament to our dedication to providing a comprehensive, adaptable, and user-friendly flight training management system.” shared Flightlogger.

Source: Flightlogger

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