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Hungary’s Simnest Pilot Academy to Expand Simulator Fleet with B737 MAX Device from Simnest Aviation

Hungary — Simnest Pilot Academy has announced the upcoming addition of its first Boeing 737 MAX simulator, expanding its advanced training capabilities beyond its existing Airbus A320 simulator fleet. The new B737 MAX simulator, developed and manufactured by Simnest Aviation, will join the academy’s four A320 devices, allowing cadets and type-rated pilots to select their preferred aircraft platform for training and assessment.

Earlier this year Simnest Pilot Academy had reported a major milestone: by September 2025, its four A320 FNPT II MCC simulators have logged over 30,000 operating hours across 7,113 training sessions.

  • Of those sessions, 1,998 were MCC (Multi‑Crew Cooperation) and 3,787 were APS MCC (Airline Pilot Standard MCC).

  • 1,440 APS MCC sessions were delivered specifically to Wizz Air cadets.

  • The academy achieves all training using simulators alone—no live single‑ or multi‑engine aircraft are used—underscoring its full‑simulation model.

  • Simnest’s simulator fleet includes APS‑ready FNPT II MCC devices tuned for A320 operations.

Source: Simnest Pilot Academy

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Aeros Flight Training Advances Fleet Renewal with New P-Mentors and Upcoming DA42s

United Kingdom – Aeros Flight Training has announced the continued expansion of its training fleet with the delivery of two additional Tecnam P-Mentor aircraft, strengthening its commitment to modern, efficient, and future-ready pilot training. The new additions follow the introduction of the academy’s first two P-Mentors earlier this year and form part of Aeros’ long-term fleet renewal strategy across its UK training bases.

  • The P-Mentor’s advanced avionics, real-world handling characteristics, and fuel-efficient design make it ideally suited for Aeros’ modular flight training programs, combining performance with environmental and operational efficiency.

  • The phased renewal plan will continue with further Tecnam deliveries alongside the addition of several Diamond DA42 twin-engine aircraft, reinforcing Aeros’ multi-engine training capacity at its Cardiff, Gloucester, Leeds, and Wellesbourne sites.

Statements

  • “Keeping our fleet modern, reliable, and aligned with student and airline expectations is a core part of our strategy. The introduction of the P-Mentor, along with our continued investment in multi-engine aircraft, ensures we’re delivering the best possible training experience—both now and for the future. It’s an exciting time for Aeros and our students,” said Martyn Lynch, Chief Operating Officer at Aeros.
  • “The P-Mentor is a fantastic addition to our fleet, combining advanced avionics, real-world handling, and efficiency. It gives our students a training platform that truly prepares them for modern flight decks while keeping safety and simplicity at the core,” added Mike Hoft, Chief Flying Instructor.

Source: Aeros Flight Training

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Egnatia Aviation Welcomes 21 New Cadets to Its 95th Integrated ATPL Batch

Greece – Egnatia Aviation has officially launched Batch 95 of its EASA and GCAA Integrated ATPL program, welcoming 21 new cadets from 12 countries.

  • The new intake includes cadets from Greece, Romania, Canada, Iraq, Lebanon, Brazil, India, Bahrain, Ireland, Sweden, Slovenia, and Turkey, highlighting Egnatia Aviation’s diverse and multinational training community.

  • Training for Batch 95 begins at Lydia Aerodrome, where cadets will complete the early phases of their ab initio pilot journey under EASA standards, supported by Egnatia’s modern fleet and advanced training infrastructure.

  • The academy’s Integrated ATPL program, approved by both EASA and the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), provides students with a streamlined pathway to airline employment through structured theoretical, simulator, and multi-engine flight phases.

Source: Egnatia Aviation

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FTEJerez Seeking to Expand 2025 Instructor Team to Support Increasing UK Pilot Training Demand

Spain – FTEJerez, one of Europe’s most established flight training academies, has announced recruitment for additional UK CAA Flight Instructors in response to growing demand from UK cadets enrolled in its integrated training programmes.

  • The new positions will support the academy’s expanding UK CAA and EASA training operations, which have seen a steady rise in enrolments from British self-sponsored and airline-sponsored cadets.

  • Selected instructors will operate FTEJerez’s fleet of Piper PA-28 Archers and Warriors as well as Diamond DA42 aircraft, conducting ab initio and advanced multi-engine training from the academy’s campus in Jerez de la Frontera, Andalusia.

  • FTEJerez offers competitive employment packages, sponsorship for required ratings, and work permit assistance for non-EU residents.

  • The academy highlights its comprehensive training environment, combining more than 300 days of flyable weather annually with state-of-the-art facilities, a full residential campus, and airline-standard operational procedures.

  • With over 30 years of experience and more than 2,000 airline pilot graduates, FTEJerez continues to train cadets for major carriers including British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet, Iberia, Etihad Airways, Jazeera Airways, Oman Air, and Air Europa Express.

  • This follows FTEJerez earlier this year opening a new campus in the United Kingdom, as reported by AFM here. The Oxford base is intended to support BA cadets and self-sponsored trainees pursuing a UK or dual (EASA/UK) licence.

For more information and to apply, kindly navigate to FTE Jerez career website found here.

Source: FTEJerez

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