Market Intelligence: Asia Pacific

Australia’s Learn to Fly Melbourne Welcomes Hong Kong Students from Aerosim

Melbourne, Australia – Learn To Fly Melbourne, a Moorabbin-based flight training provider, hosted Hong Kong’s Aerosim HK for an immersive practical training program designed to transition students from simulator-based learning to real-world flight operations.

The program, held in August 2025, provided Aerosim students with direct flying experience in Australian airspace, building essential piloting skills through practical application.

Just last month Learn To Fly Melbourne exhibited at the Hong Kong International Education and Careers Expo.

Since 2017 in addition to offering flight training, Learn To Fly Melbourne has helped over 350 students successfully pass airline interviews and secure coveted cadet or direct entry pilot positions!

The flight training group is also re-launching its “Learn To Fly Flight Scholarship 2025”

“Before COVID, we proudly offered the Learn To Fly Scholarship Program, and we’re excited to announce that we are now reintroducing it once again! In the past, this scholarship has supported several Hong Kong students who successfully passed Cathay Pacific’s cadet pilot interview and were accepted into the program. This year, the program is coming to Hong Kong again, and we’ll be awarding 2 flight training scholarships to passionate aspiring pilots.” shared Learn to Fly

Learn to Fly operates 27 training aircraft from 4 locations in Australia.

Source: Learn To Fly

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Australia’s RMIT University Appoints New Senior Manager for Aviation Academy in 2025

Australia – RMIT University has announced the appointment of Justin Brownjohn as the Senior Manager of its Aviation Academy, a newly created role that coincides with a strategic rebranding of the university’s aviation training division

  • Brownjohn, who has contributed significantly to scaling and stabilising operations, will now focus on strategic execution, operational maturity, and ensuring the academy remains globally respected and aligned with industry needs.

  • The academy’s renewed mission includes delivering student-centric training rooted in international standards, aimed at preparing the next generation of aviation professionals.

Earlier this month AFM reported that RMIT STEM College Aviation Academy had significantly expanded its training capacity through a partnership with Western Australian operator Airflite Pty Ltd, leasing four additional Garmin G1000‑equipped Cessna 172 aircraft. This addition strengthens resilience during weather disruptions and supports RMIT’s growth in instructor team. The new aircraft bring the operational fleet to 28 aircraft, reinforcing RMIT’s position as Australia’s largest university-operated aviation training organisation.

Source: Justin Brownjohn

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AMST-Aviation to Showcase VISIM Image Generator at APATS 2025

Singapore & Austria – flight simulator manufacturer AMST-Aviation will showcase its VISIM Image Generator at the Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit (APATS) 2025, taking place on 26–27 August in Singapore. Visitors can experience the VISIM IG at Booth 316, where AMST will demonstrate how its high-fidelity visual systems enhance the realism and training value of flight simulation devices.

Just a few months ago AMST announced that it would deliver an A320 CEO/NEO Std 2.1 Full Flight Simulator to Romanian Aviation Academy (Scola Superioară de Aviaţie Civil, RAA) in Bucharest.

“We are honored to have been selected by Romanian Aviation Academy to provide our state-of-the-art AIRFOX A320 Full Flight Simulator,” said Rainer Schlüsselberger, Managing Director of AMST. “Our commitment to excellence in flight simulation and customer service ensures that pilots receive the highest level of training, and we look forward to a successful partnership.”

“Through this strategic investment, we consolidate our position as a leader in professional training in the field of civil aviation and reaffirm our commitment to excellence in education. The simulator will become a central element in the training programs offered by Romanian Aviation Academy, allowing the development of advanced skills for future commercial aviation pilots, as well as for those already active, through their recurrent training. It will also support the institution’s capacity to train pilots to European and international standards” said Stefan Marinescu, General Manager of RAA.

Source: AMST

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E-Learning and Flight Training Solution Provider, Evionica, to Launch CASA-Aligned RPL/PPL eLearning for Australian Flight Schools

Australia – Evionica, an aviation e-Learning solutions provider, is preparing to launch a Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)-aligned RPL/PPL(A) theory course, designed to modernise pilot training delivery for Australian flight schools and instructors.

  • The upcoming course is mobile-first, allowing students to access content on any device, anytime, supporting flexible learning in-class, online, or in the hangar.

  • Interactive, immersive modules replace static PDFs and videos, aiming to improve student engagement and retention.

  • The system integrates tracking, feedback, and cohort management tools, enabling instructors to monitor performance and reduce administrative workload.

  • The launch targets Australian flight training organisations seeking to align with CASA regulations while adopting digital training technologies.

  • This product release aligns with Evionica’s strategy to expand its regulatory coverage beyond EASA syllabi into other global aviation authority frameworks.

Source: Evionica

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Airbus Announces Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries for the Month of July 2025

Global – In July 2025, aircraft manufacturer Airbus:

  • Delivered 67 aircraft to 41 customers
    • 5 A220-300
    • 19 A320neo
    • 35 A321neo
    • 2 A330-900
    • 4 A350-900
    • 2 A350-1000
  • Secured 7 gross orders
  • Year to date Airbus has delivered 373 aircraft to 72 customers.

In June 2025, Airbus reported 63 aircraft deliveries.

See last year’s stats here.

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

Source: Airbus
Photo Credit: Airbus

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New Certificates in Fixed-Wing Aircrew Qualifications Set to Raise Training Standards in Australia

Canberra, Australia – Leidos Australia has become the first organisation in the country to award nationally recognised qualifications for fixed-wing aircrew training, following its approval as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). The initiative introduces the newly created Certificates III and IV in Airborne Operations, launched earlier this year by Industry Skills Australia, and represents a significant advancement in formal training standards for non-pilot aircrew roles.

  • First nationally recognised qualifications for fixed-wing aircrew training now available in Australia.

  • Certificates III and IV in Airborne Operations formally acknowledge skills for specialised airborne missions, including:

    • Search and rescue

    • Medical evacuation

    • Law enforcement

    • Border protection

  • Aircrew duties covered under the program include operating mission equipment and sensors, communications relay, and supply drops to persons in distress over land or sea.

  • Leidos identified a qualification gap two years ago and partnered with Industry Skills Australia to develop the new framework.

  • Development involved 18 months of national collaboration between industry, training providers, and regulators.

  • Qualifications to be issued via Leidos’ RTO, enhancing the organisation’s profile in specialist aviation training.

Statements

  • “Aircrew play a critical role in national security and emergency response. Providing them with these formal credentials supports national recognition of their skill, professionalism, and dedication,” said Leidos Airborne Solutions Vice President James Woodhams. “These new qualifications promote aviation career pathways for the next generation – and provide a unique option for those wishing to pursue a career in airborne operations.”

  • Industry Skills Australia CEO Paul Walsh said, “Industry Skills Australia is pleased to see these new qualifications being delivered to aviation professionals who carry out specialised airborne missions, saving lives and safeguarding Australians. The development of these qualifications is an example of the way ISA works closely with aviation industry businesses, workers and training providers to understand their workforce needs and implement sustainable training solutions.”

About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025.

Source: Leidos

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Flight School Resource and Training Timeline Forecasting Tool, Aeroplanned, Onboards South African Flight Training Group 43 Air School

South Africa – Aeroplanned, the pioneering resource planning platform for flight training, has added 43 Air School, Africa’s largest and most established airline-focused flight training organisations, to its growing network of clients.

  • 43 Air School operates a fleet of over 50 aircraft across multiple training sites, delivering high-volume cadet programmes for both domestic and international students, including cohorts from Vietnam and India.

  • The partnership will see Aeroplanned’s platform used to improve visibility of student progress, forecast resource demand, and streamline coordination between multiple intakes, instructors, and aircraft.

  • CEO of 43 Air School, Attie Niemann, said: “We were looking for something that could tie our planning together more effectively. Aeroplanned gives us the clarity we need, especially across multiple intakes and a large aircraft fleet.”

  • Aeroplanned CEO Jen Liddle noted: “43 Air School is a busy, fast-paced environment with a lot of moving parts. That’s exactly the kind of challenge Aeroplanned was built to support.”

Learn more about Aeroplanned here: Aeroplanned – Strategic Planning for Flight Training – AFM.aero

Source: Aeroplanned

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ALSIM to Showcase Simulator Device Solutions at APATS 2025

Singapore  –  ALSIM will showcase its flight training solutions at the Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium (APATS 2025)—taking place at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore—on 26–27 August 2025. Attendees can connect with the company at Booth #613 to explore its latest simulator devices and training innovations.

About ALSIM
ALSIM has been developing and manufacturing FAA & EASA certified FNPT II, FNPT II MCC and AATD flight simulators since 1994. ALSIM is widely acknowledged for its know-how, built on over 30 years of experience in flight simulation. We’re proud to say our hardware & software is made 100% in house, which means peace of mind for our customers. Innovation is at the heart of ALSIM’s mission. By continuously anticipating the evolving needs of flight schools and training centers, the company remains at the forefront of pilot training technology. To date, over 450 ALSIM simulators are installed and certified in more than 60 countries, serving a network of more than 400 clients worldwide.

Source: ALSIM

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