Italy – Aviomar Flight Academy, which operates full flight simulator and abinitio flight training operations, has shared the successful completion of Initial A320 Type Rating Training for three airline pilots from India. The training took place on the academy’s Airbus A320 Full Flight Simulator at its Monterotondo Simulator Training Centre.
Source: Aviomar Flight Academy
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In January 2025, European aircraft manufacturer Airbus:
In January 2024, Airbus reported 30 aircraft deliveries and 31 aircraft orders.
AFM Team Note – kindly contact us for a detailed Excel breakdown of orders and deliveries by airline.
Source: Airbus
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Brussels, Belgium – ATPL Questions, a leading provider of online ATPL exam preparation, will participate in the Pilot Expo Brussels on February 21-22, 2025. The company aims to strengthen relationships with existing partner flight schools and explore new collaboration opportunities.
Moreover, ATPL Questions will be showcasing their new Learning Management System (LMS) platform, designed to enhance aviation training with innovative features tailored for flight schools and training organizations. Since many of their students are already using the platform, ATPL Questions wants to provide them with the ability to track their students’ progress efficiently. This will enable flight schools to monitor performance, identify knowledge gaps, and enhance the learning experience for their students.
Source: ATPL Questions
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Denmark – CPaT Global, the world’s leading provider of distance learning for the airline and aviation industry, announced they have been awarded a new contract with DAT. CPaT will provide DAT with pilot training products, including Aircraft Systems for the Airbus A320 and ATR72-500/600, as well as the FMS Skills Trainer, 3D Cockpit Trainer, and Walk Around Trainer for the A320.
“We are excited to partner with DAT to support their pilot training programs,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales. “With CPaT’s industry-leading Aircraft Systems and Aircraft Procedures training for the Airbus A320 and ATR 72-500/600, DAT can enhance pilot competency through interactive, tailored learning. Our comprehensive courseware ensures pilots are not only proficient in aircraft systems, but also prepared for real-world operational challenges, reinforcing safety and efficiency in their training.”
“At DAT, we are constantly seeking to be upfront with new ways of training our staff. CPaT Global provides us with state-of-the-art training products to keep our flight deck up to the highest standards,” said Robert Rungholm, CCO at DAT.
DAT is headquartered in Vamdrup, Denmark.
About CPaT
CPaT Global, LLC (CPaT) is the market leader in distance learning for the aviation industry. CPaT delivers software-as-a-service applications to more than 400 global aviation customers, serving 100,000+ individual training users each year. CPaT pioneered the use of distance learning in aviation training 30 years ago and has built on that legacy to offer new and imaginative training solutions that are practical, forward-looking, and invaluable. CPaT transforms aviation instruction by providing smart training solutions, with in-depth content and interactive courseware spanning aircraft systems, general subjects, and operational procedures.
About DAT
DAT is a Danish airline founded in 1989 by Kirsten and Jesper Rungholm. DAT, started as a freight carrier operating with a single twin engine plane that flew with everything from mail and packages to racehorses. Today DAT transports close to one million passengers every year in a fleet of ATR and Airbus A320 aircraft. As a true Europe carrier, DAT is operating regional routes in Denmark, Norway, Italy, and Germany. Beside the scheduled routes, which can be booked on www.dat.dk, DAT is also offering ad hoc charter services and operating ACMI contracts.
Source: CPaT Global
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Ankara, Türkiye – HAVELSAN hosted the 6th National FSTD Workshop on February 4-5, 2025, bringing together key stakeholders in Türkiye’s civil aviation training sector. The event facilitated discussions on regulatory changes, simulator advancements, and the future of aviation training.
Source: Emre Bilge (HAVELSAN)
Photo Credit: Emre Bilge (HAVELSAN)
Portugal – United Kingdom based pilot training educational material publisher Padpilot has announced a new partnership with Aeroclube de Leiria, a flight training organization offering a range of EASA aviation licenses. The collaboration will see Padpilot providing digital theory materials for the school’s Private Pilot Licence (PPL(A)) courses.
Elena Chignola from Aeroclube de Leiria said, “Padpilot has already proven an essential addition to our PPL(A) course, raising our pass rate to 100% at the first attempt. The feedback from students on the digital books has been very positive, and the same enthusiasm has been shared by our theoretical instructors. Our decision to implement Padpilot has given results since the very start and we are proud to offer updated, standardised training material to our current and future pilots.”
Source: Padpilot
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Czech Republic – headquartered F AIR Ltd., one of the largest flight training groups in Europe when measured by flight size, has appointed Villiam Visokai as Chief Commercial Officer as of January 2025. Mr Visokai was previously Base Managing Director at F Air. To learn more about F Air or Mr Visokai connect with him here.
Source: Villiam Visokai (F Air)
Jerez, Spain – FTEJerez hosted Ryanair’s Deputy Head of Training, Captain Steve Gibson, and Ryanair Future Flyer Academy Standards Instructor, Lionel Murphy, for a presentation to its students in January 2025. The event provided valuable insights into Ryanair’s operations and career pathways for aspiring pilots, highlighting opportunities within Europe’s largest airline group.
About FTEJerez
Located in Jerez, Spain, FTEJerez is a leading European flight training academy, offering professional pilot training programs and mentored pathways in partnership with major airlines.
Source: FTEJerez
Montpellier, France – 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, continues its aircraft refurbishment initiative. Completing another comprehensive aircraft refurbishment at its French maintenance facility. The refurbishment included a 2000-hour maintenance check, installation of new interiors, and a complete airframe renovation. A new engine was fitted, ensuring the aircraft meets the highest operational standards for pilot training.
Source: Airways Aviation
Photo Credit: Airways Aviation
