Market Intelligence: Africa

Tunisian Flight School, Safe Flight Academy, Launches Airline Cadet Pilot Program in Partnership North African Airline

Safe Flight Academy (SFA), the airline pilot training academy, announces the launch of the “Pilot Cadet Program” in Tunisia in collaboration with the airline company Nouvelair. This program offers candidates interested in a career in aviation the opportunity to undergo a curriculum that begins with basic training and theory, followed by flight hours, and can lead to recruitment as a qualified airline pilot on a jet aircraft.

The “Pilot Cadet Program” by SFA in partnership with Nouvelair is a comprehensive and quality training program conducted by experienced instructors. It provides access to state-of-the-art flight simulators such as Mechtronix and Alsim, and hands-on learning with a modern fleet of next-generation aircraft like the DA40 NG and DA42 NG. In a rapidly expanding global aviation market that will require over 260,000 new pilots in the next decade, this partnership between Safe Flight Academy and Nouvelair demonstrates their shared commitment to providing training to the next generation of skilled and competent pilots.

The Pilot Cadet Program will train around twenty pilots annually starting from 2023. These pilots will cater to the needs of Nouvelair and other aviation sectors.

Founded in 1989, Nouvelair is Tunisia’s leading private airline. Operating a young and efficient fleet of 13 Airbus A320s, it serves more than 60 regular and charter destinations across 3 continents from 4 international airports in Tunisia: Tunis, Monastir, Sfax, and Djerba. Nouvelair has been awarded the Best Customer Service in Tunisia for the years 2020, 2021, and 2022.

Safe Flight Academy is a renowned international aerospace training school. Accredited by the Tunisian Civil Aviation Authority and several foreign civil aviation authorities, Safe Flight Academy offers comprehensive and high-quality training programs, preparing students for successful careers in aviation. SFA stands out for its training program accreditation to ICAO standards and for being the first school in Africa to issue a pilot license according to the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) standards.

SFA and Nouvelair welcome applications from aspiring pilots, offering them the opportunity to pursue their career dreams.

Source: Safe Flight Academy Press Release
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South African Flight School CEO Visits Several Executives from Various Stakeholders

The CEO of 43 Air School, Africa’s largest and premier aviation training organization, Attie Niemann visited Aero Africa, met up with the team from Diamond Aircraft Jane Wang and Christian Schmid, and CEO of National Airways Corporation (NAC) JP Fourie.

National Airways Corporation (NAC) is the largest general aviation company in Africa and one of the largest of its kind in the world. NAC offers a comprehensive range of aviation products and services to the aircraft and helicopter markets.

Source: 43 Air School Announcement
Photo Credit: 43 Air School

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Aviation Distance Learning Provider, CPaT, Announces New Contract with South African Alt. Academy

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 Alt. Academy. CPaT will be providing Alt. Academy with Boeing B737 NG, Airbus 320 CEO, and Airbus A320 NEO pilot Aircraft System courses as well as complete Aircraft Procedure Suite for each fleet.

“CPaT is excited about our partnership with Alt. Academy for provision of their aviation distance learning,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales. “With our comprehensive pilot Aircraft System courses, as well as our complete Aircraft Procedure Suite, we are confident in equipping Alt. Academy with the tools they need to excel in their training programs and prepare their pilots for success in the industry.”

CEO Ryan Wijk at Alt. Academy: “Our goal is to establish and improve an academy that meets world-class standards, this goal shapes everything we do. We strive for uncompromising professionalism and foster an environment that promotes collaboration, inclusivity, mutual respect, and support – We are delighted to have joined forces with the CPaT family to help us realise these goals.”

Alt. Academy is based out of Johannesburg, South Africa. 

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 300 global aviation customers, serving 100,000+ individual users, and providing nearly two million hours of training each year. CPaT pioneered the use of distance learning in aviation training more than 25-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, and vision for curriculum spanning aircraft systems, general subjects, and operational procedures.

About Alt. Academy

Alt. Academy is a holding company, supporting the Private Education sector in Southern Africa consisting of Alt. Academy, EPT Aviation Training and Global Training College. Through these institutions, we offer many accredited programs ranging from Airline pilot training for Boeing and Airbus, Cabin Crew licensing to National Certificates and short courses.

At Alt. Academy, we believe that any industry is only as good as the next generation of dreamers, achievers, and highflyers that it produces. Which is why, through our three prestigious institutions, we’ve dedicated ourselves to training, nurturing, and inspiring the next generation of leaders. Alt. Academy is a leading South African aviation training institution. We have combined educational expertise with industry know-how to offer comprehensive, world-leading instruction and practical experience.

Source: CPaT Global Press Release
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Angola-based TECNAIR Visits South Africa’s 43 Air School

One of the largest aviation and pilot training organisations in the Southern Hemisphere 43 Air School announced that TECNAIR, based in Angola, visited the its campus. TECNAIR was represented by Administrator Virgilio Ramos and Maintenance and Engineering Deputy Director Jorge Ferreira. The visit was also attended by José Quinga and Paulo Moisés, Commander and Second in Command, respectively, of Angolan Police Aviation Unit.

Source: 43 Air School Announcement
Photo Credit: 43 Air School

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Leading African Pilot Training Organisation Announces Latest Appointments

South Africa headquartered pilot training organisation 43 Air School, one of the largest in South Africa and southern hemisphere announced the following newly appointed Directors effective July 01:

  • Mira Medjdoub as Operations Director and COO
  • Alex Todd as Training Director
  • Kate Louwrens as Financial Director

Learn more about 43 Air School by connecting with them thru LinkedIn.

Source: 43 Air School Announcement
Photo Credit: 43 Air School

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