Market Intelligence: Africa

North African Pilot Simulator Training Center Upgrades Full Flight Simulator

Tunisia based Simulator Training Center – Aviation Training Center of Tunisia (ATCT) announced the successful achievement of their Level D Full Flight simulator Upgrade from Airbus Standard 1.6 to Airbus Standard 2.0 CEO with PBN & UPRT Capability and the new standard 2.0 options such as AP/FD TCAS & ROPS.

Other highlights shared were;

  • New EP8100 image generator visual system solution from Collins Aerospace is installed to deliver a whole new world of training to their trainees.
  • In addition to Tunisian CAA & numerous other authorities’ certification ATCT has obtained with great success The EASA Certification on the September 23 2022.
  • ATCT’s UPRT instructors attended the New A320 UPRT Pilot Course & the New UPRT instructor course at Airbus Training Center in Toulouse.
  • ATCT Students can now enjoy the modern training methods including distance learning, Tablet and computer-based training.

Source: ATCT Announcement
Photo Credit: ATCT

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Africa Forecasted to Take 1,010 Aircraft Deliveries Worth $176-billion and 20,000 Pilots by 2041

Global Aircraft Manufacturer Boeing, in its latest Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) 2022-2041, forecasts 1,010 aircraft deliveries in Africa composed of 740 single aisle, 230 widebody, 20 regional jets, and 20 freighters all worth $176-billion by 2041. Such projection will make a total of 1,570 total African fleet by 2041.

“African carriers are well-positioned to support inter-regional traffic growth and capture market share by offering services that efficiently connect passengers and enable commerce within the continent,” affirmed Boeing Commercial Marketing: Middle East and Africa MD Randy Heisey. “We forecast an increase in the average aircraft size and seats per aircraft for the African fleet, as mid-size, single-aisles, like the Boeing 737 MAX, will be the most in demand for the continent.”

Also, according to the forecast, Africa will need 20,000 more pilots for the next 20 years.

Source: Boeing

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Tunisian Flight School Acquires New Simulator

Safe Flight Academy, one of the leading North African Flight School’s, announced that it has acquired a new ALSIM ALX flight simulator to extend its training capabilities.

“Strong with its expertise and aviation partners, Safe Flight Academy, is going through ambitious training standard upgrades and partnerships to fulfill the ever-growing pilot demand and Safety requirements of a more complex aviation operational environment,” said Safe Flight Academy.

Source: Safe Flight Academy Announcement

Photo Credit: Safe Flight Academy

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