Market Intelligence: Europe

Global Flight Training Group Skyborne Announces 2025 Promotion for Global Marketing Content Creator Lead

Vero Beach, Florida, USA / Gloucestershire, United Kingdom – Skyborne, a global pilot training group which operates flight training bases in the United Kingdom and the United States, has promoted Mr. Will Ford as its Global Marketing Content Creator Lead. In his new role, Ford will oversee the creation and management of content that highlights Skyborne’s comprehensive pilot training programs and state-of-the-art facilities worldwide.

Learn more about Skyborne or Mr. Ford by connecting with him through his LinkedIn profile here.

Source: Will Ford (Skyborne)
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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Elixir Aircraft and Partners Achieve Hydrogen Turbine Ground Test Milestone

France – Elixir Aircraft, in collaboration with Turbotech, Safran, and Air Liquide, has successfully conducted the first ground test of the BeautHyFuel hydrogen turbine, marking a significant milestone in hydrogen-powered aviation. The demonstration was carried out at Air Liquide’s Grenoble Technologies Campus, showcasing a fully integrated propulsion system.

  • The BeautHyFuel project aims to advance hydrogen turbine technology for aviation, integrating Turbotech’s turbine with Air Liquide’s cryogenic liquid hydrogen storage system operating at –250°C.
  • The ground test replicated the functions of a complete aircraft propulsion system, demonstrating end-to-end feasibility.
  • The project entered its operational phase in early 2024, with initial power supply tests preceding the successful ground demonstration.
  • Further details on the project will be shared at the Paris Air Show.

See previous update on this project:

Source: Elixir Aircraft
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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Cirrus Introduces Immersive AR Pre-Flight Tool for SR Series Pilots

Cirrus Aircraft has announced an upgrade to its Cirrus Approach app for iPad, introducing an Augmented Reality (AR) pre-flight tool designed specifically for the SR Series aircraft. The update aims to provide a lifelike, hands-on training experience for pilots, enhancing their preparation for real-world operations. The new AR tool enables users to virtually interact with the SR Series aircraft, bridging the gap between theoretical practice and practical application.

Source: Cirrus Aircraft
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Airbus Helicopters Reports Strong Growth with 450 Net Orders and Innovations in 2024

France – Airbus Helicopters logged 455 gross orders (net: 450) and delivered 361 helicopters in 2024, marking another year of steady growth with a 57% preliminary share of the global civil and parapublic market. The company’s strong performance was driven by demand across its light, twin-engine, and heavy helicopter segments, with orders placed by 182 customers in 42 countries.

  • Market Growth Highlights:
    • Orders increased by nearly 10% for the second consecutive year.
    • Key contributors included the Super Puma programme with 58 orders from the German Bundespolizei, Japan Coast Guard, and the Ministries of Defence of the Netherlands and Romania.
    • The H145 and H145M attracted new defence customers, including Brunei Air Force, Belgian Ministry of Defence, and Bahraini Police Aviation Command.
  • Product Innovations:
    • The Racer compound helicopter exceeded 407 km/h in its initial flights.
    • The CityAirbus NextGen completed its maiden flight in Donauwörth.
    • The H175 concluded its de-icing flight tests in Canada and Norway, progressing toward certification, while the H160 saw over 30 units entering service worldwide.
  • Defence and Security Priorities:
    • Airbus supported humanitarian missions, including U.S. National Guard operations after Hurricane Helene and disaster relief in Valencia, Spain.
    • Expanded uncrewed systems (UAS) portfolio, showcasing crewed-uncrewed teaming capabilities with the VSR700.
    • Initiated studies for the European Next Generation Rotorcraft programme.
  • Global Footprint Expansion:
    • Celebrated 40 years of operations in Fort Erie, Canada, which will deliver 19 H135 helicopters to the Canadian defence sector.
    • Opened a new facility in Oxford, UK, marking 50 years of Airbus presence in the country.
    • Announced an H125 final assembly line in India in partnership with TATA.
  • Sustainable Aviation Efforts:
    • Increased sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) usage to nearly 20% for test and training flights in Marignane, Albacete, Donauwörth, and Oxford.

Source: Airbus
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European Pilot Training Group Strengthens Leadership with New 2025 Board Appointments

Denmark – headquartered GreyBird Pilot Academy, a leading flight training group in Europe, has announced the formation of a new board of directors, bringing together experienced leaders to support the academy’s expansion and strategic growth across Europe. The newly appointed members will play a key role in guiding GreyBird’s mission to set new standards in pilot training.

New Board Members

  • Peter Mægbæk (Chairman) – A seasoned entrepreneur known for scaling companies such as Fullrate, Plenti, and FastSpeed.
  • Signe Nicolaisen Hørning – Former European Operations Director at CAE and past Chair of the Danish Aviation Association, bringing deep aviation expertise.
  • Michael Eriksen – Strategic leadership expert with experience at McKinsey, J.P. Morgan, and PwC.

Existing Board Members

  • Søren Møller – Founder of GreyBird Pilot Academy.
  • Frederik Edward Aackermann – Partner at Dansk Ejerkapital.
  • Nichlas T. Jakobsen – Director at Dansk Ejerkapital.

With this strengthened leadership team, GreyBird Pilot Academy is set to accelerate its expansion into new markets, enhance training quality, and reinforce its position as a leading European pilot training provider.

Source: GreyBird Pilot Academy
Photo Credit: GreyBird Pilot Academy

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