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Global Flight Training Group Airways Aviation Achieves Official Garmin Aviation Dealer Status

Global – Airways Aviation, one of the largest aviation and pilot training group’s in the world operating pilot training academies across Europe, the Middle East, Asia/Australia, India and Africa, has shared that it has been awarded official Garmin Aviation dealer status. This was officially formalized during Pilot Expo 2025 in Brussels.

This accomplishment strengthens the company’s long-established relationship with Garmin and significantly enhances its capacity to support its rapidly expanding global fleet of Garmin-equipped aircraft and simulators. Furthermore, as an authorised dealer, Airways Aviation can now offer extended sales and service support to the growing community of Garmin users across all the EMEA region.

“Airways Aviation has been a loyal user of Garmin products for many years, and this new dealer status will enable the Group to further support the expansion of its fleet worldwide. Direct access to our products and award-winning technical support is critical to their daily operations, and this partnership also opens up exciting new opportunities, including the ability to support other Garmin customers,” said Romain Spadiny, EMEA Aviation Sales Manager, Garmin.

“The Airways Aviation Group has amassed extensive expertise in both troubleshooting and installing modern avionics solutions over many decades, and we are thrilled to be officially recognised by Garmin. This partnership will help us continue delivering top-tier training and services to our students and external clients alike, and we look forward to sharing its benefits with the aviation community worldwide,” said Alexandre Alves, Chief Commercial Officer, Airways Aviation Group.

By integrating the latest cockpit technologies, Airways Aviation remains committed to offering student pilots an exceptional training experience.

Airways Aviation’s fleet of over 100 aircraft and 15 simulators is fundamentally equipped with Garmin avionics. Airways Aviation will also extend avionics retrofit services to external clients, further cementing their position as a leading innovator and service provider in modern flight operations, specifically training, maintenance and engineering services.

About Airways Aviation Group
Airways Aviation Group is a global leader in aviation education, offering EASA, CASA, and ICAO-certified pilot training across multiple international locations. With over 45 years of industry experience, the Group has trained thousands of pilots and aviation professionals worldwide.

Currently operating in 11 countries of 4 continents, Airways Aviation operates a fleet of over 100 aircraft with a vast percentage of them being Diamond Aircraft. Headquartered in Dubai, it bolts large training capacity through its academies in Australia, France, Finland, Italy, Portugal, Cabo Verde, Morocco, UAE and India and satellites in Germany and Spain.

Airways Aviation Group also holds specialized divisions for Defence & Security training and Maintenance and Engineering services.

About Garmin
Garmin is a world-renowned provider of navigation, communication, and information devices, offering a broad portfolio of products and services tailored to the aviation, automotive, marine, outdoor, and fitness markets. Headquartered in the United States, Garmin has developed a reputation for innovation, reliability, and user-friendly designs, supported by an extensive global network of facilities and partners. Committed to enhancing safety and efficiency, Garmin’s award-winning technical support and continuous research and development ensure that its customers have access to the very best in modern avionics solutions.

Source: Airways Aviation
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New Zealand’s Nelson Aviation College Appoints Thomas Piercy as Flight Operations Officer

New Zealand – Nelson Aviation College (NAC) has appointed Thomas Piercy as its new Flight Operations Officer. With a background in flight instruction and operational management, Piercy brings experience and a strategic approach to flight training operations.

  • Piercy began his aviation career in 2014, completing his training in 2016 before working as a flight instructor.
  • As Flight Operations Officer, he is responsible for overseeing daily flight operations, ensuring safety, managing resources, and supporting both students and instructors.
  • He takes a holistic approach to flight operations, balancing day-to-day needs with NAC’s broader strategic goals.
  • His focus includes fostering a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs, and enhancing overall training quality.

1978 established New Zealand flight training organisation Nelson Aviation College, offers a wide range of courses including Private Pilot License, Commercial Pilot License, Basic Gas Turbine, and Instrument Rating, and back in October 2023 Nelson Aviation College shared that it had partnered with flight simulator manufacturer True Course Simulations (TCS) and took delivery of the flight school’s first TCS Immersive Training Device (ITD).

Source: Nelson Aviation College
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Global Flight Training Group Airways Aviation’s Australian Base Welcomes Asian Flag Carrier in February 2025

Australia – Airways Aviation, one of the largest aviation and pilot training group’s in the world operating pilot training academies across Europe, the Middle East, Asia/Australia, India and Africa, has shared that its Australia based flight training group Airways Aviation Australia welcomed visitors from Philippine flag carrier Philippine Airlines offering the airline an opportunity to tour its training facilities at the Gold Coast and preview the soon-to-open Brisbane campus.

Source: Airways Aviation
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Global Flight Training Group Airways Aviation Expands Diamond Aircraft and Austro Engine Service Capabilities through New Global Agreement

Global – Airways Aviation Group, the largest owner-operator of Diamond Aircraft in Europe and the second highest Diamond Aircraft flight-hour operator globally throughout 2024, has announced the signing of a new Service Partner Agreement with Diamond Aircraft.

The agreement, finalized during the Pilot Expo 2025, appoints both Airways Aviation Italy (Professione Volare) and Airways Aviation Australia as Diamond Aircraft and Austro Engine Gold Service Centres. This milestone follows the appointment of Airways Aviation ESMA (France) maintenance and engineering services as a Gold Diamond Service Centre in December 2024.

Under this new arrangement, Airways Aviation Group solidifies its ongoing commitment to enhancing service quality and extending its reach within the general aviation market worldwide. With an already impressive footprint in flight training and maintenance, Airways Aviation’s newly expanded authorization streamlines its capability to maintain and service a wider range of Diamond Aircraft, further benefiting both Airways Aviation’s own substantial fleet and external customers seeking comprehensive support and expertise.

“This agreement marks another significant step in our strategic collaboration with Diamond Aircraft,” said Romy Hawatt, Founder and Chairman of Airways Aviation Group. “Our relationship has grown year after year, underpinned by our shared dedication to quality, safety and innovation. By strengthening our maintenance and engineering capabilities in Europe and Australia, we can continue to deliver the highest standards of service to our global customer base, whether that is training the next generation of pilots or supporting third-party aircraft owners.”

Diamond Aircraft, globally renowned for its advanced composites, robust safety features and leading aerodynamics, has cultivated a reputation for excellence that aligns closely with Airways Aviation’s emphasis on technological advancement and high standards of aircraft maintenance. “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Airways Aviation and recognise their achievements as Europe’s largest owner-operator of Diamond Aircraft,” commented Luca Giaquinta, Global Director of Aftersales at Diamond Aircraft Group. “Airways Aviation’s extensive operational experience, high standards and first-class facilities underscored by the second highest number of Diamond flight hours recorded globally in 2024, makes them an ideal service partner to uphold Diamond’s unwavering commitment to quality, safety and reliability.”

About Airways Aviation Group
Airways Aviation Group is a global leader in aviation education, offering EASA, CASA, and ICAO-certified pilot training across multiple international locations. With over 45 years of industry experience, the Group has trained thousands of pilots and aviation professionals worldwide.

Currently operating in 11 countries of 4 continents, Airways Aviation operates a fleet of over 100 aircraft with a vast percentage of them being Diamond Aircraft. Headquartered in Dubai, it bolts large training capacity through its academies in Australia, France, Finland, Italy, Portugal, Cabo Verde, Morocco, UAE and India and satellites in Germany and Spain.

Airways Aviation Group also holds specialized divisions for Defence & Security training and Maintenance and Engineering services.

About Diamond Aircraft
Diamond Aircraft, headquartered in Austria with facilities in Canada and China, is amongst the leading aircraft manufacturer in General Aviation. Founded in 1981, Diamond has pioneered many aviation firsts and achieved numerous milestones and industry expert accolades. Over 5,500 Diamond airplanes are flown by private pilots, professional flight training operators and institutions worldwide.

Source: Airways Aviation Group
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Flight School Resource and Training Timeline Forecasting Tool, Aeroplanned, Highlights New Progress Report for External Stakeholder Feature

Global – Aeroplanned, the pioneering resource planning platform for flight training, has launched a new feature aimed at streamlining the sharing of student progress reports with external stakeholders. The feature, which allows for custom reports and external logins, is designed to improve transparency and efficiency across the pilot training pipeline, benefiting both flight schools and partner airlines.

  • The new feature enables flight schools to create customized progress reports for external stakeholders such as partner airlines, sponsors, funding partners, and regulators.
  • External logins grant stakeholders real-time access to student training data, reducing reliance on time-consuming, static reports.
  • The tool aims to simplify the reporting process for flight schools, which often spend significant time compiling updates for cadet programs.
  • Airlines and other stakeholders can now monitor cadet progress and expected completion dates instantly, enabling more accurate planning for the next stages of training and employment.
  • The feature supports Aeroplanned’s mission to bring greater visibility and connectivity to the pilot training process.

For more information contact the Aeroplanned team.

Source: Aeroplanned

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New Zealand Airline Academy Showcases Facilities During 2025 Visit by Indian High Commissioner

New Zealand – Flight training organisation New Zealand Airline Academy Limited welcomed Her Excellency Ms. Neeta Bhushan, High Commissioner of India to New Zealand, for an official visit to its training facility. The visit provided an opportunity to showcase the academy’s advanced training infrastructure and engage with its diverse student body.

The High Commissioner toured the academy’s state-of-the-art fleet and student accommodation facility, Aviator’s Place.

Source: New Zealand Airline Academy Limited
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