Global – In June 2025, aircraft manufacturer Airbus:
In May 2025, Airbus reported 51 aircraft deliveries.
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Source: Airbus
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Greece – Elixir Aircraft has announced the delivery of three new Elixir training aircraft to Egnatia Aviation, bringing the Greek academy’s total fleet to six Elixir Aircraft. This achievement not only makes Egnatia the largest Elixir operator to date but also reflects growing trust in Elixir’s innovative OneShot composite technology.
Elixir Aircraft has delivered a total of 10 aircraft delivered since March, highlighting the ramp up in production. Elixir’s OneShot carbon composite technology is designed to simplify aircraft structures, improve safety, and reduce maintenance.
Source: Elixir Aircraft
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Milan, Italy – full flight simulator training center Ansett Aviation Italia has announced the appointment of Ilaria Carelli as General Manager – Italy, effective 1 July 2025. With over two decades of industry experience, Ilaria steps into the role with a strong foundation including regulatory compliance, safety excellence, customer service, and operational leadership.
“We are very fortunate to have Ilaria now moving up to the GM Italy role. The continued growth of the European business and the Ansett team is in great hands.” shared Mark Delany, Group CEO of Ansett Aviation Training.
Ansett Aviation Italia is a state of the art training center with five full flight simulator bays operating:
Ansett Aviation Training operates globally with training centers in Australia, Taipei, Dubai, and Milan.
Source: Ansett Aviation Training
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Global – global aviation and pilot training solution provider CAE has highlighted its self-sponsored pilot training offerings across its worldwide network, aiming to meet increasing demand for flexible, high-quality commercial pilot upskilling options.
CAE provides a comprehensive portfolio of self-sponsored programs for current and aspiring commercial pilots, including:
Type Rating (Airbus A320, Boeing 737 and more)
License Proficiency Check (LPC)
Assessment Preparation
Synthetic Flight Instructor (SFI) / Type Rating Instructor (TRI)
Airline Pilot Standard Multi-Crew Cooperation (APS MCC)
Type Rating training spans 4–5 weeks and includes:
15 days of comprehensive curriculum with innovative methodologies using computer-based tools
9 full-flight simulator (FFS) sessions (4 hours each, plus brief/debrief)
1 additional FFS session for final assessment
Refresher & LPC package includes:
2 FFS refresher sessions and 1 LPC FFS session tailored for lapsed license holders
SFI/TRI Initial instructor qualification course offers:
5 days of ground school and 3 FFS sessions
Includes two 4-hour sessions and one 2-hour session plus two 4-hour competence assessments
APS MCC training includes:
9 FTD or FFS sessions (4 hours each)
Final FFS assessment session conducted by senior instructors
CAE operates over 300 civil aviation full-flight simulators across 70+ global locations, ensuring local access to advanced training
All CAE training centers feature Simfinity™ classrooms, briefing/debriefing rooms, and dedicated pilot lounges to support a complete training experience
Source: CAE
Vienna, Austria – Global aviation training provider CAE has officially hosted Canadian and Austrian dignitaries at its new CAE Vienna Training Center, including Canadian Ambassador to Austria, H.E. Troy Lulashnyk, and representatives from the Austrian Ministry of Defence. The visit coincided with recent operational milestones at the center, which now houses Europe’s first Bombardier Global 7500 full-flight simulator (FFS) as part of a broader expansion of business aviation training infrastructure in Central Europe.
CAE Vienna is the company’s first business aviation training center in Central Europe, having welcomed its first customers in April 2025.
The site currently operates a Gulfstream G550 simulator and Europe’s first Global 7500 FFS.
Additional full-flight simulators to be deployed include:
Bombardier Global Vision and Embraer Phenom 100/300 simulators (summer 2025)
Bombardier Challenger 3500 (October 2025)
Pilatus PC-24 (second half of 2026)
Once fully developed, the 8,000 sq. ft facility will host up to nine simulators.
The new center supports growing demand for business aviation training in Europe and provides increased simulator access for operators flying long-range and super-midsize jets.
Source: CAE Vienna (Meaghan Reeve)
Middle East and Europe – Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise (IAE), a global aviation investment and management holding company, has shared new developments under its IAE Vision 2030 for Training, positioning its training arm, Intercontinental Aviation Academy (FlyIAA), as a major multi-country pilot training network across Europe and the Middle East.
IAE Vision 2030 for Training was launched in early 2025 to develop a global, integrated pilot training ecosystem under the FlyIAA brand.
The UAE will host FlyIAA’s flagship academy, opening in September 2025. The initial “Founders’ Batch” is nearly full, reflecting early market demand.
In Cyprus, FlyIAA operates in joint venture with Cyprus Airways Flying Academy at Larnaca International Airport. The 2025 intake is fully booked.
IAA Greece, launched via joint venture with Cretan Eagle Aviation, is targeting Southeast Europe and is already halfway to its 2025 enrolment goal.
The Lebanon campus remains operationally stable and fully subscribed despite broader regional challenges.
In the UAE, FlyIAA has partnered with Pier Seven Aviation to offer a full pilot training pathway including Type Rating and MPL, under both EASA and GCAA approvals.
A new FlyIAA base is under development in Portugal
Fleet expansion includes new Diamond DA40/DA42 and Elixir Aircraft, with 70% of the FlyIAA fleet currently being upgraded or replaced.
Source: Intercontinental Aviation Academy
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