Market Intelligence: Europe

Global Pilot Training Group Simaero’s New Airbus A350 FFS Achieves EASA Certification

Paris, France – Simaero, a global provider of aviation training and flight simulator engineering solutions, new Airbus A350 full flight simulator has received EASA certification. The event officially launches training operations at Simaero’s second facility near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).

  • The CAE 7000XR A350 simulator provides highly realistic training for airlines and pilots operating one of the most advanced wide-body aircraft in commercial aviation.
  • The simulator is now fully operational, with first customers already training on the device.

Source: Simaero

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Elixir Aircraft Starts Deliveries for Leading Edge Aviation

United Kingdom and Spain – Elixir Aircraft has delivered the first of five aircraft ordered by UK school Leading Edge Aviation for its Spanish base. The contract, a three-way deal with aircraft rental company Green Aerolease, was signed in October 2024.

Following an in-depth market study, Leading Edge Aviation, one of Europe’s leading flight schools, has chosen Elixir Aircraft to renew its fleet of 21 aircraft.

This first delivery follows the contract signed in October 2024. The aircraft will join the Alhama base in Murcia (Spain).

This order, which brings the number of aircraft in Elixir Aircraft’s order book to over 300, has also led to the launch of a rental offer in partnership with Green Aerolease.

This offer, which facilitated the transaction with Leading Edge Aviation, allows professional schools interested in the Elixir to acquire their aircraft through an “all included” rental service (aircraft itself, insurance and maintenance).

About Elixir Aircraft­
Elixir Aircraft is a French aircraft manufacturer founded in 2015 to meet the challenges of global light aviation. Based in La Rochelle, it has over 150 employees and is recruiting massively. Elixir Aircraft designed and has been building a 4th-generation two-seater aircraft, certified EASA CS-23 since 2020. Elixir Aircraft uses technology from the world of competitive sailing, the “Carbon Oneshot” (in one piece), to simplify structures. More simplicity means fewer failures, so greater safety, but also less maintenance, and lower costs (estimates of savings of $50/h fuel and maintenance). At the end of 2021, Elixir Aircraft opened a new production site in Périgny, Charente Maritime, to bring production of all carbon parts in-house.

There are 30 Elixir aircraft currently in operation, with over 300 of the 4th-generation Elixir aircraft on the order book (firm orders, pre-orders and letters of intent). In June 2023, the French President announced a 13-million euro subsidy for Elixir Aircraft. In early 2024, Elixir Aircraft announced the closing of its development financing for the next 5 years, with a budget of 40 million euros. Elixir Aircraft is preparing to open a new 15,000 m2 facility in La Rochelle and another in Sarasota, Florida.

Source: Elixir Aircraft

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Elixir Aircraft Confirms Presence at AERO Friedrichshafen 2025

Germany and France – Elixir Aircraft has announced its participation in AERO Friedrichshafen 2025, Europe’s leading general aviation trade show, marking its eighth consecutive year at the event. The company will showcase its innovative aircraft and engage with flight schools, private pilots, and aviation professionals.

  • Elixir Aircraft will exhibit at Booth A4-305 from April 9 to 12, 2025.
  • The company will highlight its OneShot technology, which enhances safety, efficiency, and aircraft performance.
  • The event provides an opportunity for flight schools and private pilots to explore how the Elixir aircraft aligns with their training and operational needs.

Source: Elixir Aircraft
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Italian Pilot Training Group Aviomar Flight Academy Hosts Ryanair Recruitment Officer at Simulator Training Centre

Italy – Aviomar Flight Academy, which operates full flight simulator and abinitio flight training operations, hosted Jake McComish, Pilot Recruitment Officer at Ryanair, at its Simulator Training Centre in March 2025. The visit provided Ryanair Future Flyer Academy students with a direct opportunity to engage with Ryanair’s recruitment team regarding their training and future career paths.

In November 2024 Aviomar Flight Academy announced that they will be opening a brand-new training centre for aspiring airline pilots at Parma International Airport in 2025. As part of this new investment plan, Aviomar will develop a purpose-built 2000sqm flight training centre in northern Italy with the capacity to train in excess of 150 trainees per year. The training facility will be primarily dedicated to the Ryanair Future Flyer Academy cadet training programmes.

The new base will feature a hangar for the new aircraft fleet and a training centre comprising of flight operations and maintenance offices, classrooms for theoretical instruction and two flight simulators (Diamond DA42 FSTD and Boeing 737-8200 MAX FSTD). The Flight Training Centre will be powered by solar energy produced by the 1,000 m2 of photovoltaic panels embedded in new eco-friendly hangar.

Aviomar Flight Academy has delivered ab-initio training to over a thousand pilots and is the preferred training provider for 12 European operators, including Ryanair, the No. 1 airline in Europe – Aviomar is the only Ryanair official training partner in Italy.

As part of this agreement, the Ryanair Future Flyer Academy flight training courses will be offered not only at the Rome Training Centres but also at the new Parma Flight Training Centre.

Source: Aviomar Flight Academy
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Pilatus Introduces PC-12 PRO with Next-Gen Cockpit and Safety Features

Switzerland – Pilatus Aircraft Ltd has unveiled the PC-12 PRO, the latest and most advanced version of its renowned single-engine turboprop. Featuring cutting-edge avionics, enhanced safety systems, and a redesigned interior, the PC-12 PRO sets a new benchmark in its class.

  • The PC-12 PRO is equipped with the new Advanced Cockpit Environment (ACE), powered by the Garmin G3000 PRIME Integrated Flight Deck.
  • It features three large high-resolution touchscreen displays and two 7-inch secondary displays, offering double the processing power and four times the RAM of the original G3000 system.
  • Enhanced safety features include Autoland, Smart Glide, and Electronic Stability Protection, along with an upgraded Stall Warning & Protection System.
  • The aircraft introduces a redesigned cockpit with improved ergonomics, removing the “Direct Vision” cockpit window frame for better visibility.
  • A refreshed cabin design with new high-tech color schemes and upgraded cabinetry provide a modern aesthetic and enhanced storage solutions.
  • The PC-12 PRO is powered by the latest Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 engine, ensuring reliability with over 400 million flight hours logged across its fleet.
  • Autothrottle System (EPECS) optimizes performance, reduces pilot workload, improves fuel efficiency, and supports Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) compatibility.
  • Deliveries are set to commence in Q4 2025.

About Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd, headquartered in Stans, Switzerland, is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of single-engine turboprops and business jets. The company is known for its innovative designs, including the PC-12, PC-24, and military training aircraft.

Source: Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
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Global Flight Training Group, Airways Aviation, Announces Scholarship Fund to Support Female Pilots in Australia

Gold Coast, Australia – Airways Aviation Group has launched a new scholarship initiative aimed at increasing female participation in the commercial aviation sector. In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, the flight training provider is offering partial scholarships to qualifying women pursuing their pilot training.

  • Airways Aviation has committed an additional €500,000 in scholarships for women in 2025.
  • The initiative builds on the company’s history of awarding over €1 million in female scholarships over the past decade.
  • Successful applicants can receive up to €10,000 towards their EASA ATPL training at Airways Aviation’s European academies or up to AUD 10,000 for their CASA CPL training in Australia.
  • The scholarship covers only training costs and excludes expenses such as medicals, visa fees, accommodation, and other associated costs.
  • Selection is based on performance in the Adapt – Symbiotics Pilot Entry Test, with a fee of €220 for applicants.
  • Eligible candidates must qualify for necessary visas or study permits to train at designated Airways Aviation locations in Europe and Australia.

Over the past decade, Airways Aviation Group has provided in excess of €1 million in female scholarships, thereby creating a meaningful impact in encouraging and empowering more women to join the increasingly important aviation industry.

About Airways Aviation Group
Airways Aviation Group is an international flight training organization with academies in Europe, Australia, and the Middle East. The company provides training for aspiring pilots through EASA, CASA, and ICAO programs, focusing on commercial airline pilot pathways.

Source: Airways Aviation Group
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