Market Intelligence: Europe

Digital Aviation Publisher, Padpilot, Receives Investment by Rose Street Partners

United Kingdom – Investment firm Rose Street Partners has announced its third investment of 2024, investing into Padpilot, a leading provider of digital aviation training content. Padpilot, recognized for its innovative and high-quality materials, has established itself as a prominent player in the European market and is now expanding globally.

Rose Street Partners will support Padpilot’s long-term growth ambitions while maintaining the company’s culture of quality and innovation.

Statements

  • Dan Skyte, Founder and CEO of Rose Street Partners, commented: “Padpilot is a truly unique business, committed to proving the best aviation training content in the world. Padpilot’s relentless focus on quality and innovation has driven extraordinary levels of growth, and we look forward to working with Nathan, Cristina, Katharine, and the rest of the team in continuing this trajectory for many years to come.Huge thank you to founders Graham & Jill Cownie for being a pleasure to work with, and for placing their trust in Rose Street to support the remarkable company that they have built.“

Source: Rose Street Partners

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer ALSIM Completes Device Factory Acceptance Test for 3 Units with UK University Client

France – ALSIM, a leading manufacturer of flight training devices, hosted a team from the University of Hertfordshire for the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) of three new AL250 flight simulators. The delivery of these simulators marks a significant step in expanding the university’s pilot training capacity and educational offerings. The FAT took place at ALSIM’s facility in Nantes, showcasing the quality and capabilities of the AL250 devices. The AL250 simulators are designed for training across various pilot licensing levels, offering a highly versatile and cost-effective solution. The University of Hertfordshire will integrate these simulators into its aviation program to further enhance student training and align with industry standards.

Source: ALSIM
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Global Aviation Training Group Airways Aviation Achieves Gold Service Center Status for Diamond Aircraft

Montpellier, France – Airways Aviation France announces its recognition as a ‘Gold’ Service Center for Diamond Aircraft. This signifies a new milestone in the company’s history and is now live on Diamond Aircraft’s official website, diamondaircraft.com underscoring the exceptional standards of maintenance, service and operational excellence that Airways Aviation consistently delivers.

As one of the largest and rapidly growing Diamond Aircraft operators globally, Airways Aviation has cemented its reputation as a trusted partner and leading operator. With the recent inclusion of Italy along with its Australian maintenance and service activities, the company currently ranks a close 2nd worldwide in terms of hours flown with Diamond Aircraft. Airways Aviation is forecasting an ambitious 35% growth in flight hours for 2025 as new Diamond Aircraft acquisitions and new service centres come online.

Speaking on the announcement, Romy Hawatt, Founder and Chairman of the Airways Aviation Group said: “Achieving Gold Diamond Aircraft Service Center status is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of our brilliant European team headed by Mauro Calvano and crucially supported by Alex Alves and Lila Attal. A special recognition should also go out to our brilliant maintenance team headed by the dynamic Jose’ Costa. Diamond Aircraft has been an integral and an ongoing part of our journey and this recognition only fuels our commitment to setting new benchmarks in the industry. As we look to 2025, we are excited to explore new opportunities with Diamond Aircraft and expand our Gold Service Center status across Europe and Australia.”

Adding to the significance of the milestone, Mr Frank Zhang, CEO of Diamond Aircraft, said: “Airways Aviation has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Their growth trajectory and dedication to quality have been consistent over time and align perfectly with the values and ethos of Diamond Aircraft. We are proud to recognise Airways Aviation as a Gold Service Center and look forward to seeing their continued expansion and success in the coming years. Both Diamond Aircraft and Airways Aviation are committed to innovation, quality and collaboration in aviation excellence and this remarkable growth and dedication have been recognised by Diamond Aircraft, ever strengthening the relationship between the two organisations.”

A Partnership for the Future

The partnership between Airways Aviation and Diamond Aircraft continues to thrive, with negotiations underway to significantly expand the Airways Aviation Groups Diamond Aircraft training fleet and extend the Gold Service Center recognition to other locations across Europe and Australia. This expansion will further enhance service accessibility for Diamond Aircraft operators and reinforce both Diamond and Airways reputation as a leaders in the aviation industry and together make 2025 a golden year of innovation, excellence and growth.

About Airways Aviation
Airways Aviation is a leading global aviation education and training company, renowned for its extensive fleets, high-quality training and commitment to operational excellence serving aspiring pilots and aviation professionals worldwide.

About Diamond Aircraft
Diamond Aircraft is a world-class manufacturer of high-performance, fuel-efficient, and environmentally friendly aircraft. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and quality, Diamond Aircraft is a trusted name in the aviation industry.

Source: Airways Aviation

FMS Training Solution Provider Heading365 Supports Belgium-based Airline Amid Fleet Expansion with Training Solutions

Heading365, the specialist in custom Flight Management System (FMS) training solutions, has celebrated the start of its second year of partnership with Brussels Airlines, part of the Lufthansa Group. This collaboration coincides with Brussels Airlines’ recent fleet expansion, a move reflecting the airline’s robust business growth.

The A320 FMS Trainer PRO is designed to meet the high standards of pilot training, offering a realistic and detailed simulation environment. This tool is tailored to the specific needs of Brussels Airlines, supporting their pilots to maintain excellence in flight operations.

Source:Heading365
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Successful Installation & LBA Certification of an ELITE S311 FNPT II Simulator at Westflug in Germany

Germany – Flight simulator manufacturer ELITE Simulation Solutions is pleased to announce the successful installation and certification of an ELITE S311 FNPT II simulator at Westflug, one of Germany’s leading aviation training organizations. The simulator has been certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) through the German aviation authority, Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA), and passed the certification inspection without any findings. This highlights the simulator’s exceptional design, performance, and compliance with rigorous aviation training standards.

The ELITE S311 FNPT II simulator is now in operation at Westflug, enhancing the training capabilities of the academy and providing student pilots with state-of-the-art tools to develop essential flying skills in a realistic and controlled environment. ELITE’s Director of Marketing & Sales, Rene Huddlestone, says, “We are thrilled to be a part of Westflug’s continuous growth, empowering their success with our advanced flight simulator capabilities.”

About the ELITE S311 FNPT II Simulator

The ELITE S311 is a versatile and advanced flight training device, designed to meet the demands of modern aviation training programs. It is ideal for ab-initio training, instrument rating proficiency, and multi-engine instruction, offering an immersive training experience.

Key Features of the ELITE S311 FNPT II Simulator:

  • Multi-Aircraft Configurations: Adaptable for single-engine and multi-engine piston aircraft, including popular models such as the Arrow & Seneca
  • Advanced Avionics Systems: Equipped with a convertible conventional & glass cockpit display, providing students with hands-on experience with modern avionics and navigation systems.
  • Immersive Visuals: High-definition visual systems with wide-angle displays offer an authentic simulation experience for both VFR and IFR training.
  • EASA Certification: Meets FNPT II standards, ensuring compliance with strict European aviation regulations.

A Milestone for Aviation Training at Westflug

The addition of the ELITE S311 FNPT II simulator represents a significant investment in enhancing the flight training capabilities at Westflug. This addition not only expands the training resources available at the academy but also strengthens Westflug’s position as a leading aviation training provider in Germany.

About ELITE Simulation Solutions
Founded in 1987, ELITE Simulation Solutions has been a leader in flight simulation technology, delivering innovative and reliable training devices to flight schools, universities, and commercial operators around the world. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, ELITE continues to drive advancements in aviation safety and training standards through state-of-the-art simulation solutions.

For more information on the ELITE S311 FNPT II simulator, visit flyelite.com/s311ecoflyer.

Source: ELITE Simulation Solutions
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Aviation Academy Austria Introduces First Challenger 3500 Simulator Outside the Americas

Vienna, Austria – Aviation Academy Austria (AAA) has achieved EASA qualification for an Auto Throttle System upgrade on its Bombardier Challenger 350 full-flight simulator. This conversion makes it the first Challenger 3500 simulator outside the Americas.

“We are thrilled to offer our customers the very first Challenger 3500 in Europe. This addition expands our simulator fleet and marks a significant milestone in our commitment to providing state-of-the-art training solutions. The introduction of this programme underscores our dedication to meeting the growing demand for Challenger 3500 training in the region,” said Michael Holy, Managing Director of Aviation Academy Austria.

With the inclusion of the Challenger 350/3500 simulator, AAA now operates five Level-D full-flight simulators at its training centre near Vienna, with plans to add four more over the next three years.

The company offers dry simulator leasing, type ratings, instructor courses, checking events, and customised recurrent training programmes across the following simulator configurations:

  • Bombardier Challenger 350
  • Challenger 3500
  • Challenger 650
  • Cessna Citation CJ1+
  • Citation XLS and XLS+
  • ATR 42-320
  • ATR 72-500
  • ATR 72-600

“What sets us apart is that AAA employs only type-experienced instructors. Our clients receive expert instruction tailored to the needs of their flight departments and focused on each individual pilot. ‘One size fits all’ is not our approach. Our goal is for even the most experienced customers to leave with the reassuring feeling that they have learned something new,” added Mr. Holy.

Aviation Academy Austria invites operators, crews, and organisations from around the globe to book training slots at its facility.

Source: Aviation Academy Austria
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Canary Islands-based Flight School, CANAVIA Aviation Academy, to Expand Fleet with New Tecnam Aircraft

Italy – headquartered training aircraft manufacturer Tecnam announced that the renowned CANAVIA Spanish Aviation Academy based in the Canary Islands, will incorporate a new P2006T NG into their fleet.

The school already operates three (3) multi-engine P2006T MkII’s and seven (7) single-engine Tecnam P2008JC MkII’s 365 days a year, providing high level training to over 140 students.

TheP2006T NG, Next Generation, is the latest version of the P2006T, one of the smartest twin engine aircraft on the market today, offering unbeatable value and innovative design with a modern Garmin avionics suite, integrating all primary flight, navigation, communication and terrain data on two high-definition LCDs.

The aircraft is also equipped with two-axis autopilot, for the most efficient MEP complex training.

Fitted with two Rotax 912iSc3 injected engines, the Tecnam P2006T exhibits remarkable fuel savings and can be operated on AVGAS and MOGAS fuel, leading to huge cost savings, offering the best training for Multi Engine, Variable Pitch and Retractable Landing Gear ratings. The advanced avionic system offers VFR/ VFR Night, MEP, IR, PBN (LNAV, VNAV, LPV).

Mario Pons, CANAVIA CEO, airline pilot on B737, said: “To provide excellence to our ATPL student pilots in the Canary Islands (Spain,) CANAVIA had just ordered the new P2006T NG to Tecnam completing its fleet of three P2006T and seven P2008 MkII maintained by our approved Service Center.”

“We are very proud to have CANAVIA as one of the major flight schools using our modern fleet solution. Together we are innovating flight training in Europe and offering students and airlines the highest standard of training,” said Walter Da Costa, Tecnam Chief Sales Officer.

“We are absolutely thrilled to have had the opportunity to serve CANAVIA and are delighted that they have chosen to do business with us. We look forward to continuing to build a long-term relationship with CANAVIA and to serving them with the same level of excellence and dedication that they deserve,” said Tecnam’s Spanish Dealer Alvaro Lapetra.

Tradition, innovation and vision. These factors are taking Tecnam to new horizons. Based on recent data and industry benchmarks, Tecnam offers the greenest training fleet in the world. Flight schools using Tecnam’s single and twin engine fleet can save up to 10 tonnes of CO2 emissions for each student who completes a Commercial Pilot Licence – a 60% reduction compared to a fleet using 100LL fuel across 155 flight hours, including 30 hours in a twin.

About CANAVIA
Located in the paradise of the Canary Islands, with one of the best meteorological conditions worldwide, our fleet is always in the air… Besides, an exclusive Aerodrome surrounded by 8 international airports allows CANAVIA to train at a very professional level.

About TECNAM; “Quality Aircraft since 1948”
Tecnam is an Italian aircraft manufacturer and one of the world’s leading piston aircraft manufacturers. Founded in 1948 by brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale, the company is headquartered in Capua, Italy, and operates two subsidiaries in Sebring, Florida, USA, and Brisbane, Australia, to serve and support the needs of local Tecnam owners and operators. Tecnam designs and manufactures a wide range of aircraft for personal use, commercial operations, business travel, flight training, surveillance, law enforcement and other specialised applications.

Source: Tecnam
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Netherlands-based Dutch Aviation Trainers Expands Training Portfolio with Boeing 777 Programs

Dutch Aviation Trainers (DAT), a leading provider of pilot training solutions based in the Netherlands, has announced the addition of Boeing 777 training programs to its offerings. This expansion strengthens DAT’s position as a leading provider of pilot training solutions for both Embraer and Boeing aircraft.

Statements:

“Our decision to add the Boeing 777 to our training portfolio reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our clients,” said Paul ten Hof, CEO of Dutch Aviation Trainers. “Our team of experienced instructors is dedicated to delivering a training experience that consistently meets the highest standards of quality.”

In March this year Dutch Aviation Trainers announced that it has received approval to conduct Type Rating Examiner (TRE) and Synthetic Flight Examiner (SFE) training for the Embraer 170/190 and Embraer 190-E2 series aircraft.

Source: Dutch Aviation Trainers
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Czech Flight Training Group, F AIR, Introduces Airline Recruitment Preparation Course using B737NG Simulator

Prague, Czech Republic  – F AIR Flight School has launched a new Airline Recruitment Preparation Course, aimed at supporting commercial pilots as they prepare for airline selection processes. The course combines theoretical knowledge and practical simulator training to enhance candidate readiness for recruitment assessments.

  • Course Highlights:
    • 4 hours of ground training
    • 2 hours of simulator training on the FNPT II B738-800 simulator
  • The FNPT II B738-800 simulator, certified by EASA, is the same equipment used by airlines like Smartwings during recruitment processes.
  • The course offers optional modules, including:
    • CRM (Crew Resource Management) basics
    • MCC (Multi-Crew Cooperation) theory basics

Source: F AIR
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