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Aircraft Manufacturer Bombardier Delivers 29 Aircraft in Second Quarter

Bombardier had 29 deliveries during the second quarter which is one more aircraft than the same period last year and has a solid line of sight to reach the overall 2023 guidance of greater than 138 deliveries, the business jet manufacturer announced in its second quarter 2023 financial results.

The results signals continued progress on all business fundamentals and performance on track toward reaching 2023 full-year guidance.

“Bombardier delivered a very strong second quarter. Our team successfully navigated a highly dynamic business environment that saw sustained demand for new and pre-owned jets, as well as steady service growth, all while supply chain pressure persisted,” said Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier. “We continue to progress on our positive trajectory by delivering remarkable growth in profitability, propelled by a strong adjusted EBITDA increase and margin expansion, as well as a positive adjusted net income and earnings per share. Thanks to our team’s tremendous work, we boosted our revenues this quarter by 8 % year-over-year, driven in part by an exceptional 19% year-over-year aftermarket revenue increase.”

Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing, and servicing the world’s most exceptional business jets.

Source: Excerpts from Bombardier Press Release
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South African Government Agency Announces Funding for Pilot Training Courses

The South African Transport Education Training Authority (TETA) opened the applications for 2024 Unemployed Learners’ Bursaries. Among the courses to be funded are: Private Pilot License, Commercial Pilot License, Instructor’s Rating, Instrument Rating, CPL with ATPL Subjects (Frozen ATPL), and ATPL (Hour Building). The TETA Bursary covers tuition, accommodation or on off campus, transport, and books and meals.

Learners currently in Grade 12 or have completed matric intending to study qualifications selected for the 2024 intake; Currently registered students at universities and colleges who require funding for the 2024 academic year; Aviation students with valid PPL or CPL; Commercial divers with matric (Senior Certificate) are eligible to apply.

Applicants must be studying at or intending to study at Universities (Public and Accredited Private Institutions), University of Technologies, Public and Private Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges and Accredited Aviation Schools, Accredited Diving Schools.

The online application system can be accessed through the TETA website. Deadline of Application is on August 23, 2023.

Source: TETA

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer, Textron, Elects Retired General Michael X. Garrett to Board of Directors

Textron Inc. announced that Michael X. Garrett has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023. Garrett is a retired United States Army four-star general with nearly 40 years of service, most recently serving as Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM), the largest command in the U.S. Army, from March 2019 until his retirement in July 2022.

“We are honored to add General Garrett to our Board,” said Textron Chairman and CEO Scott Donnelly. “His extensive experience in the military and deep understanding of training and deploying U.S. military forces will enable our company to better serve our military customers. We are fortunate to have a leader and strategic thinker of such high caliber joining our Board,” Donnelly added.

As FORSCOM Commander, General Garrett led 750,000 combat and support personnel through the COVID-19 pandemic and a shifting global security landscape. His earlier command tours included U.S. Army Central Command for almost four years, during which he was responsible for all Army activity in the Central Command area. Previously, he spent six years leading Army activity in the Middle East, first as Chief of Staff, U.S. Central Command and later as commanding general.

“I am incredibly excited to join the Textron team,” General Garrett said. “Their corporate values of integrity, respect, trust, and pursuit of excellence reflect the ethos I’ve always sought to instill within the Army’s soldiers, families, and teams. I look forward to serving Textron in support of its corporate goals and strong culture.”

General Garrett currently serves as an Executive in Residence for Fayetteville State University, a Distinguished Senior Fellow on National Security at the Middle East Institute, a Senior Mentor at the U.S. Army War College and a director of Semper Fi & America’s Fund.

He is a graduate of Xavier University, and a career Infantryman, paratrooper and Army Ranger. His military decorations include the Distinguished Service and Defense Superior Service medals, and he is a Distinguished Member of the 75th Ranger Regiment.

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and Textron Systems.

Source: Textron Press Release
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Airbus Announces Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries for the Month of July 2023

In July 2023, Airbus:

  • Delivered 65 aircraft to 36 customers
    • 5 A220-300
    • 1 A319neo
    • 17 A320neo
    • 31 A321neo
    • 3 A330-900
    • 5 A350-900
    • 3 A350-1000
  • Secured 60 orders
    • 49 A321neo
    • 11 A350900
  • Year to date Airbus has delivered 381 aircraft to 76 customers.

AFM Team Note – kindly contact us for a detailed excel breakdown of orders and deliveries by airline.

Check out last month’s orders and deliveries here.

Source: Airbus
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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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