Market Intelligence: Asia Pacific

Avion’s Director Participating in Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit 2025

Global – full flight simulator manufacturer and pilot training group Avion Full Flight Simulators, represented by Director Parth Mulay, is set to participate at the Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit (APATS) on 26–27 August 2025, exhibiting together at booth 405.

Mr Mulay will be joined at APATS by Avion’s Michiel Verdonk and Wouter Hollenga.

At APATS 2024, Avion was appointed the exclusive sales and service partner for Simnest Aviation in the APAC region, enabling integrated sales, installation, and support across multiple device categories—from flat-panel trainers to FNPT II MCC and Level D Full Flight Simulators.

In Mumbai, Avion’s training centre—operated by partner Gen24 FLYBIZ—is already equipped with two Avion Level D A320neo Full Flight Simulators and a Simnest A320 FNPT II APS MCC device.

Source: Parth Mulay (Avion)

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eLearning Pilot Training Solution Provider Avsoft International Partners with Pacific Carrier for Saab 340 Course Integration

Cook Islands – Regional carrier Air Rarotonga has partnered with US-based Avsoft International to enhance its pilot training program through the adoption of Avsoft’s newly launched Saab 340 aircraft systems course. This initiative reflects Air Rarotonga’s continued focus on modernizing and streamlining flight crew training with scalable digital solutions.

  • The program will also utilize Avsoft’s full general subjects library for initial and recurrent training

  • All courseware will be delivered via Avsoft’s proprietary Learning Management System (avLMS)

  • The avLMS platform offers flexible course assignment, in-depth reporting, and tailored learning options

Source:Avsoft International

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Global Pilot Training Group CAE Appoints Shuwari Shahril as Sales Leader B2C (APAC)

Malaysia – Global simulator manufacturer and pilot training provider CAE has appointed of Shuwari Shahril as Sales Leader B2C (APAC). Mr. Shahril will lead the B2C sales operations across CAE’s eight (8) training centers in six (6) countries within the Asia Pacific region, focusing on growing interest in pilot and aircraft maintenance training from individual customer

Learn more about CAE or Shahril by connecting with him through his Linkedin profile here.

Source: Shuwari Shahril (CAE)

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Fixed Based Flight Simulator Manufacturer MPS to Present A320/B737 Device Solutions at APATS 2025

Singapore – Netherlands-based flight simulator manufacturer MPS has confirmed its senior leadership will attend APATS 2025, the Asia Pacific Airline Training Summit, taking place 26–27 August at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.

  • MPS will be represented by:
    • Philip Adrian, MPS CEO and Co-Chair of the Airline Training Policy Group (ATPG)
    • Jean-François Tessier, Vice President of Global Sales
    • Richard Verburg, Vice President of Business Development

Just last month MPS announced that it had been awarded a contract by Air Arabia for a ceo/neo convertible A320 FTD-2. The simulator will be delivered to a brand-new training center currently under construction for Air Arabia Academy, formerly T3 Aviation Academy, in Sharjah, U.A.E. The Academy already operates another MPS A320 FTD-2.

Source: MPS

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer, FTD.aero, to Showcase A320 and B737 FTD Solutions at APATS 2025

Singapore – Poland-based flight simulator manufacturer FTD.aero will participate in the 21st Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium (APATS 2025) at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, on August 26–27, 2025. Showcasing its flight training device solutions at Booth #501.

FTD.aero will showcase its latest EASA/FAA Flight Training Devices for the following aircraft variants – B737 NG, B737 MAX, A320 ceo, A320 neo.

  • EASA: FTD-1, FTD-2, FNPT II MCC (APS)
  • FAA: FTD Level 4/5/6

Earlier this month FTD.aero highlighted recent device orders including:

Source: FTD.aero
Photo Credit: FTD.aero

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Australian Flight School RMIT Aviation Academy Adds 4 Cessna 172s to Boost 2025 Fleet to 28

Australia – RMIT STEM College Aviation Academy has 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.

STEM College at RMIT University, a leading academic institution, offers two structured aviation training pathways aimed at preparing students for commercial pilot careers within the global aviation sector through its RMIT Aviation Academy. The programs integrate academic coursework with practical flight training delivered at two key flight campuses in Victoria.

  • RMIT offers the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) and the Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots) programs.

  • Both programs prepare students for the CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) theory and flight tests.

  • The Associate Degree focuses on core flying competencies, while the Bachelor program extends over an additional year to include eight academic and elective courses.

  • Students may also undertake instrument or instructor rating subjects to broaden qualifications.

  • Flight training is conducted at RAAF Base Point Cook and Bendigo Airport.

  • The university operates a modern fleet of 24 aircraft before these latest four, acquired in 2022:

    • 17 Cessna 172s

    • 4 Cessna 182s

    • 2 Piper PA-44 Seminoles

    • 1 Super Decathlon

  • Simulator training is supported by three flight simulators at Point Cook and one at Bendigo.

Source: Justin Brownjohn (RMIT University)

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Simnest Aviation and Avion to Present a Wide Spectrum of FSTDs at APATS 2025

Singapore – Simnest Aviation, a long-standing exhibitor at Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit (APATS), is teaming up this year with full flight simulator manufacturer Avion, welcoming visitors at Booth 405 with an exceptionally broad range of flight training devices — from Flat Panel Trainers and AATDs to FNPT II MCC and Level D Full Flight Simulators.

With 23 simulators installed across the globe, Simnest Aviation has helped numerous pilot training organizations secure contracts with major airlines, including:

  • Brussels Airlines
  • Jettime
  • Norwegian
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • Wizz Air

In 2024, Simnest signed a strategic agreement with Avion, appointing Avion as its exclusive sales and service partner for the APAC region. Thanks to this collaboration, at APATS 2025, the two manufacturers can now offer a comprehensive, one-stop solution for pilot training providers and airlines — covering virtually the entire spectrum of FSTDs.

In the meantime, Simnest encourages you to take a virtual seat in the cockpit of their flagship product through a 360-degree VR experience and download their brochures on the links below.

Source: Simnest
Photo Credit: Simnest

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