Market Intelligence: Africa
South African Flight Training Group 43 Air School Welcomes Large Number of Aspiring Pilots in November 2024
43 Air School, one of Africa’s largest flight training organisations, has announced the commencement of its latest intake of around 18 aspiring aviators.
With over 70 training aircraft 43 Air School trains over 300 pilots for the African continent and for Asian airlines such as Indian airline IndiGo and Vietnam’s flag carrier Vietnam Airlines.
Source: 43 Air School
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South African Flight Training Group 43 Air School Launches Flight Instructor Hiring Drive with Sign-On Bonus
Port Alfred, South Africa – 43 Air School, one of the largest flight training group’s on the African continent, has announced job openings for flight instructors with a competitive sign-on bonus of R50,000 to R80,000 (approx. USD $2.7-4.4k). The hiring initiative includes interviews in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
- Flight instructors selected for the role will receive a sign-on bonus ranging from R50,000 to R80,000, subject to terms and conditions.
- Interested applicants are encouraged to send their CVs and licenses to 43 Air School
Source: 43 Air School
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Global Simulator Manufacturer, ELITE Simulation Solutions, Enhances Aviation Training in Cameroon with PI-135 Pro Installation
Yaoundé, Cameroon – ELITE Simulation Solutions is proud to announce the installation of its state-of-the-art PI-135 Professional Basic Aviation Training Device (BATD) at the Ministry of Interior’s Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) in Yaoundé, Cameroon. This marks the third ELITE simulator to be deployed in the country, further strengthening its commitment to advancing aviation training across the region.
The PI-135 Pro is a cutting-edge flight simulator renowned for its ability to replicate realistic single-engine and multi-engine flight experiences. Equipped with advanced features such as dynamic control loading on the yoke and pedals, GTN750 GPS units, and is FAA-certified. The simulator is designed to deliver unparalleled realism. With its integration of Lockheed Martin’s image generator and 3 curved monitor visual system, the PI-135 Pro ensures trainees experience lifelike cockpit operations and in-depth procedural training for various aircraft models, including but not limited to the the Cessna 172, Cessna 182, Mooney M20J, and Seneca III.
The installation at CCAA underscores ELITE’s commitment to providing innovative training solutions tailored to the needs of professional pilots, flight schools, and regulatory authorities. By offering an accessible, high-performance training tool, ELITE supports the enhancement of aviation safety and operational excellence across Cameroon.
Christopher Reville, CCO at ELITE, commented, “The deployment of the PI-135 Pro in Yaoundé is a testament to ELITE’s dedication to empowering aviation professionals with robust and reliable training tools. This third installation in Cameroon highlights the growing recognition of our technology’s value in developing aviation capabilities on the African continent.”
The PI-135 Pro is designed to meet global certification standards, including FAA BATD, making it a versatile and effective tool for pilot licensing, recurrent training, and maintaining instrument proficiency. With its compact design and cost-effective operational model, the simulator is a strategic addition to Cameroon’s aviation training infrastructure.
About ELITE Simulation Solutions
Founded in 1987, ELITE Simulation Solutions is a global leader in the design and production of flight training devices, IFR simulation software, and flight controls. Headquartered in Dübendorf, Switzerland, the company operates across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, delivering world-class simulation solutions to aviation professionals, training schools, and enthusiasts.
Source: ELITE Simulation Solutions
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Flight School Management Software Provider FlightLogger Announces Update for Partner Flight Schools – Automated Scheduling V2
FlightLogger, a leading digital flight training management software provider, has announced the release of Automated Scheduling V2, a new feature aimed at streamlining scheduling processes for flight schools and training centers. The update, which will be available for free to all users, reflects FlightLogger’s commitment to continually enhancing its platform to meet the evolving needs of aviation training providers.
“On Monday, our development team will release yet another free update, this time being Automated Scheduling V2,” shared Kenneth Jeppesen from FlightLogger.
Source: Kenneth Jeppesen (FlightLogger)
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AFM – 2025 Pilot Training Industry Relevant Events Calendar
The team at AFM has put together a calendar of events in 2025 of potential interest to pilot training industry stakeholders. For more information or if you know of an event for us to add to the list, kindly contact us.
January
- 31 Jan – 2 Feb (Paris, France): SFMA Le Bourget
February
- 3 – 4 Feb (Dammam, Saudi Arabia): 15th Gulf Education Exhibition
- 5 – 7 Feb (Florida, USA): 16th Annual International Flight School Operators Conference & Trade Show
- 10 – 14 Feb (Bengaluru, India): Aeroindia 2025
- 17 – 18 Feb (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia): Arab Aviation Summit
- 18 – 19 Feb (The Suntec Centre, Singapore): Aviation Festival Asia
- 21 – 22 Feb (Brussels, Belgium): Pilot Expo: International Pilot Recruitment and Training Expo
March
- 4 – 5 Mar (Denver, Colorado, USA): Redbird Migration 2025
- 10 – 13 Mar (Dallas, Texas, USA): VERTICON 2025 (formerly HAI-HELI EXPO)
- 12 – 13 Mar (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam): 3rd Vietnam Aero Summit 2025
- 19 – 20 Mar (London, United Kingdom): RAeS’s Flight Operations Conference 2025
- 22 Mar (London, United Kingdom): Pilot Careers Live
- 22 Mar (Glasgow, United Kingdom): Scotland’s Pilot Careers and Flight Training Seminar 2025
- 27 – 29 Mar (Denver, Colorado, USA): 36th Annual Women in Aviation International Conference
- 31 Mar – 2 Apr (Sardinia, Italy): Military Flight Training 2025 Conference
April
- 1 – 6 Apr (Lakeland, Florida, USA): SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo
- 3 – 4 Apr (Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands): CAPA Airline Leader Summit Americas 2025
- 5 Apr (Madrid, Spain): Pilot Careers Live
- 7 – 10 Apr (Orlando, Florida, USA): World Aviation Training Summit (WATS)
- 9 – 12 Apr (Friedrichshafen, Germany): AERO Friedrichshafen
- 15 – 17 Apr (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam): International Aviation Expo Vietnam (IAEV)
- 24 – 25 Apr (Chengdu, China): 13th Civil Aviation Training & Education Summit (CATES 2025)
May
- 8 – 9 May (Athens, Greece): CAPA Airline Leader Summit – Airlines in Transition 2025
- 9 – 11 May (Istanbul, Turkey): Istanbul Flight Training Exhibition
- 20 – 22 May (Geneva, Switzerland): European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE)
- 21 – 22 May (Las Vegas, Nevada, USA): AeroSummit
- 22 – 23 May (Lagos, Nigeria): 4th African Air Forces Forum
- 23 May (Las Vegas, Nevada, USA): AeroQuest 2025
June
- 5 – 7 Jun (Bron, France): France Air Expo
- 10 – 12 Jun (Mexico City, Mexico): ALTA Aviation Safety, Flight Ops and Training Summit 2025
- 16 – 22 Jun (Paris, France): Paris Airshow 2025
- 25 – 27 Jun (South Africa): AERO South Africa 2025
- 27 – 29 Jun (Providence, Rhode Island, USA): FlightSimExpo 2025
July
- 12 Jul (Manchester, United Kingdom): Pilot Careers Live
- 16 – 17 Jul (Singapore): ICAO APAC Regional Training Symposium
- 21 – 27 Jul (Oshkosh, USA): EAA AirVenture 2025
- 30 – 31 Jul (Jakarta, Indonesia): Indonesia Aero Summit 2025
- 31 Jul – 1 Aug (Cairns, Australia): CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific 2025
August
- 5 – 7 Aug (São Paulo, Brazil): Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (LABACE)
- 14 Aug (Sydney, Australia): Australian Aviation Summit 2025
- 25 – 27 Aug (Marina Bay Sands, Singapore): 21st Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium (APATS)
September
- 3 -5 Sept (Prague, Czech Republic): European Air Chiefs Conference (EURAC 2025)
- 10 – 13 Sept (Bali, Indonesia): Bali International Airshow
- 20 Sept (Frankfurt, Germany): Pilot Careers Live
October
- 14 – 16 Oct (Las Vegas, Nevada, USA): 2025 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE)
- 18 Oct (Dublin, Ireland): Pilot Careers Live
November
- 4 – 6 Nov (Cascais, Portugal): European Airline Training Symposium (EATS)
- 17 – 21 Nov (Dubai, United Arab Emirates): Dubai Airshow 2025
- 17 – 21 Nov (Dubai, United Arab Emirates): AFM Summit (Dates to be confirmed)
- 17 – 20 Nov (Cologne, Germany): European Rotors 2025
- 18 – 20 Nov (Montreal, Canada): ATAC 91st Canadian Aviation Conference and Tradeshow
TBA:
- African Aviation Summit
- Aviation India Summit & Exhibition
Please contact us if you know of Pilot Training Industry relevant events taking place which are not already on this list.