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Global Experts Shared Insights in Salzburg for AMST’s 2025 Human Factors & Pilot Symposium

Salzburg, Austria – The 2025 edition of the Human Factors and Pilot Symposium, hosted by AMST, concluded with resounding success, uniting civil and military aviation leaders, researchers, and training specialists from around the world. The symposium offered a robust exchange of insights on aviation medicine, pilot training, human performance, and technological innovation—underscoring AMST’s commitment to advancing flight safety and operational readiness through multidisciplinary collaboration.

  • The event brought together global experts in civil and military aviation to address emerging challenges in human factors and pilot training.

  • Opening remarks were delivered by Dr. Erich Rödig and Luftwaffe Chief Flight Surgeon Dr. Bernhard Groß, emphasizing the growing importance of aviation medicine in pilot safety.

  • Presentation topics ranged from hypoxia and post-COVID rehabilitation to aerospace psychology, cockpit design, and AI-based training systems.

  • Notable speakers included:

    • Dr. Sándor Szabó on COVID-19’s impact on hypoxia and pilot rehabilitation.

    • Dr. Harry Harper on carbon monoxide poisoning in aviation.

    • Dr. Wiebke Melcher on psychological research applied to pilot training.

    • Prof. Dr. Gianluca Borghini on adaptive digital training and mental monitoring.

    • Uwe Nowak on eVTOL integration and regulatory harmonization.

    • Christian Miguel Strubel and Tobias Radke on single-pilot operations and cockpit design.

    • Dr. Daniel Hendriksen and Dr. Rödig on High-G and Hypoxia training outcomes.

Source: AMST
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Ireland’s Simtech Aviation Announces 2025 Partnership with UK Flight School Ravenair Flying School

Dublin, Ireland – Simtech Aviation has announced a new training partnership with Ravenair – Liverpool Aviation Services to deliver UK CAA Airline Pilot Standard Multi-Crew Cooperation (APS MCC) training for Ravenair students. The agreement, finalized during a recent visit to Liverpool, marks a full-circle moment as Ravenair’s Luke Collister—who trained at Simtech in 2019—now collaborates professionally with the Dublin-based academy. The partnership offers Ravenair students exclusive access, discounts, and tailored career development opportunities, including pre-assessment pathways with Wizz Air UK.

APS MCC training at Simtech includes:

  • B737-800NG simulator with airline-standard scenarios
  • Instructors with backgrounds at Ryanair, Jet2, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and more
  • A graduate network currently flying with over 70 airlines worldwide

Source: Simtech Aviation
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MINT Software Systems Unveils Smarter Training Management with a Major Upgrade in Version 2025.1

Germany – MINT Software Systems has announced the upcoming release of MINT TMS Horizon: Version 2025.1, a major upgrade designed to streamline training management with a smarter interface, better performance, and powerful new tools. Built for aviation and adaptable across industries, the update delivers a modernized user experience, enhanced automation, and backend improvements that help training organizations stay agile, compliant, and audit-ready.

  • WebPortal Replaced by TMS Web: A sleek, fully redesigned interface replaces the legacy WebPortal, offering intuitive navigation, customizable scheduling, smart filters, and adaptive forms.

  • Java 21 Integration: The latest Java platform improves system speed, security, and stability; required for running the MINT desktop app in v.2025.1.

  • PostgreSQL Migration: The shift from Oracle to PostgreSQL boosts performance and simplifies database maintenance; users may need to update custom SQL.

  • WebLaunch Required: A new one-click launcher enables fast access to the MINT desktop app and performance tools.

  • Modern UI & Efficiency Features: Dynamic form previews in workflows, side-by-side schedule views, and full-screen/multitask form grading streamline operations.

  • Improved Backend & Maintenance Tools: Containers standardize deployment, while bulk actions for event handlers and smarter project imports reduce administrative load.

  • New Report Link Functionality: Connect forms directly to reports for seamless data access with one click.

  • Smarter Grading Logic: Deferred grading items are now automatically carried forward using dynamic forms.

About MINT Software Systems
Headquartered in Kiel, Germany, MINT Software Systems is a leading provider of training and resource management solutions tailored for the aviation, defense, and regulated industries. Its flagship product, MINT TMS, enables airlines, flight schools, and other training organizations to centralize scheduling, compliance tracking, and qualification management in a scalable, intuitive platform. It has offices in the US, Middle East, and Colombia.

Source: MINT
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Flight Simulator Manufacturer ELITE Installs DA40 Trainer at University of Southampton

United Kingdom – ELITE Simulation Solutions AG has successfully delivered and installed a Diamond DA40 flight simulator at the University of Southampton’s Boeing Flight Simulator Lab, further solidifying ELITE’s position as a trusted provider of high-fidelity flight training systems for academia and professional pilot development.

  • The newly installed DA40 simulator complements a suite of eight simulators at the university, which includes VR-capable systems and motion-platform seats.

  • This model replicates the Diamond DA40’s avionics and flight dynamics, offering students a realistic, cockpit-like experience ideal for aerospace engineering and flight control studies.

Source: University of Southampton (Declan Clifford)
Photo Credit: Declan Clifford

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