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Training Aircraft Manufacturer and Pilot Training Solution Provider Grob Aircraft Showcased VR-Integrated Approach at MFT 2025

Italy – At the MFT 2025 conference, Grob Aircraft’s Chief Sales Officer Karl Fuernrohr (Charly) presented the company’s hybrid training vision that merges analog flying foundations with digital simulation tools. With a focus on preparing military pilots for increasingly complex missions, Grob highlighted how its training ecosystem bridges classroom instruction with operational realities.

  • “In an increasingly contested airspace, the ability to train realistically and effectively is mission-critical,” stated Karl Fuernrohr during his address.
  • Grob’s VR simulator solution enables a dynamic training environment that connects theoretical learning with real-time decision-making.
  • “Our VR Simulator bridges the gap between theoretical instruction and operational readiness, offering a dynamic platform for next-generation aviators,” he explained.
  • Fuernrohr drew on his personal background as an analog fighter pilot to stress the value of merging traditional skills with advanced tools.
  • “We developed an aircraft that stays true to its analog foundations while seamlessly integrating cutting-edge technology and a sophisticated ground training package,” he added.
  • Grob Aircraft presented alongside global aerospace and training leaders including Boeing, Airbus, BAE Systems, CAE, Pilatus, and others.

About Grob Aircraft
Grob Aircraft is a German-based manufacturer of military and civil training aircraft, specialising in composite airframes and integrated pilot training solutions.

Source: Grob Aircraft
Photo Credit: Jiri Sykora

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European Flight Training Group AELO Swiss Academy to Open New Headquarter in 2025

Switzerland – AELO Swiss Academy, powered by AeroLocarno based at Locarno Airport, has shared an update on the construction of its new headquarters. The upcoming AELO Swiss Academy headquarters will serve as the new central hub for AELO’s operations across Switzerland and Italy and open in the summer of 2025.

The building will include dedicated training facilities and flight simulators.

  • AELO has seen a strong increase in demand despite raising tuition fees and tightening admission criteria, reflecting a long-term approach focused on reputation and quality.
  • The academy fully integrates Evidence-Based Training (EBT) and KSA 100 methodologies, ensuring students develop competencies required in modern airline operations.
  • AELO states that unlike flight schools that maximize enrollment numbers without sufficient resources, AELO maintains sustainable student-to-instructor ratios to avoid training delays.
  • Two-thirds of AELO’s 37 flight instructors are active airline pilots from Swiss, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Ryanair, DHL, and more, providing students with real-world airline exposure.

Source: Stefano Buratti (AELO)
Photo Credit: Stefano Buratti

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Belgian Flight School, Air Academy New CAG, Conducts 15,000 Hours on ALSIM AL42 Device

Belgium – Flight simulator manufacturer ALSIM is pleased to share that Air Academy New CAG, based in Belgium, has conducted over 15,000 flight hours on its ALSIM AL42 simulators which it has been using for over 10 years.

This reliability played a factor in Air Academy New CAG’s trust in ALSIM by ordering another two AL42 devices in February 2025.

The AL42 is an exact replica of the Diamond DA42, built using genuine aircraft parts and equipped with the authentic Garmin™ G1000® Nxi. It also comes with the latest generation image generator (VFR-VS), GFC™ 700 autopilot, and a force feedback system that ensures increased realism. It can also be equipped with either analog or glass (EFIS) backup instruments.

The AL42 model is designed for CPL IR/ME and PPL training in compliance with current regulatory standards of EASA FNPT II (level).

About Air Academy New CAG
Air Academy New CAG is a pilot training center based at the Brussels South International Airport since 1976. With nearly 50 years of aeronautical experience and in-depth knowledge of the aviation sector, we offer a comprehensive training program, ranging from private pilot (PPL) to frozen ATPL (MEP-IR, CPL, Adv.UPRT), adaptable to all types of candidates, withprecise, personalized, and professional guidance.

Air Academy New CAG is also specialized in a wide range of supplementary pilot training courses, including: SEP/TMG – Aerobatics- CB-IR – Flight Instructor – Flight Examiner – Pilatus PC12 Class Rating -Pilatus PC24 Base Training – Conversion of a glider pilot license (SPL) to a private pilot license (PPL).Our professional pilot students are trained to meet the most advanced requirements of airlines, thanks to our modern fleet of around 20 aircraft, including ALSIM AL42 simulators and aircraft such as the Sonaca 200, Diamond DA40, Diamond DA42, and Extra 330LX (Advanced UPRT). Our instructors are all experienced pilots, either currently active or retired from the civil and military aviation sectors.

Today, our alumni are employed by most major European and international airlines. The various types of training we offer allow them to work in passenger transport, cargo transport, business aviation, and aerial work.

About ALSIM
ALSIM has been developing and manufacturing FAA & EASA certified FNPT II, FNPT II MCC and AATD flight simulators. ALSIM is well recognized for its experience and know-how since 1994. We’re proud to say our hardware & software is made 100% in house, which means peace of mind for our customers. ALSIM‘s main objective relies on innovation: we aim to anticipate our clients’ needs and remain at the cutting edge of technology.

Today, we have more than 450 devices installed and certified in over 60 countries, with over 400 clients.

Source: ALSIM
Photo Credit: ALSIM

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