Market Intelligence: Far East & China

China’s 13th Civil Aviation Training & Education (CATES 2025) Shares Updated Agenda

China – The 13th Civil Aviation Training & Education Summit (CATES) 2025, taking place from April 24–25, will bring together aviation training leaders from airlines, academia, OEMs, and training organisations across China and internationally. The summit features a comprehensive agenda covering, pilot training, evidence-based training (EBT), flight simulation, CBTA implementation, and emerging technologies.

  • CATES 2025 includes dedicated tracks for Cabin Crew Safety, Flight Simulation, and Pilot Training, all aimed at advancing aviation training standards in China and beyond
  • Key themes include CBTA/EBT implementation, scenario-based training, fatigue management, and simulator technology innovations
  • Major contributors include Air China, China Eastern, Shenzhen Airlines, Junyao Airlines, Shandong Airlines, and international organisations such as CAE, Lufthansa Group, and JAL
  • The Flight Simulation Conference highlights domestic simulator innovation, virtual/augmented reality applications, and low-cost simulator development
  • The main pilot training agenda addresses instructor performance monitoring, fatigue research, UPRT, and CBTA-based type rating development
  • Notable presentations will be delivered by executives from CAE, CPaT Global, JAL, Lufthansa Group, and Northwestern Polytechnical University

Further information found here.

Source: CATES 2025
Photo Credit: CATES 2025

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Taiwan’s China Airlines Advances Long-Haul Growth with A350-1000 Order

Taipei, Taiwan – China Airlines has finalized a firm order for ten Airbus A350-1000 widebody aircraft as part of its fleet modernization and long-haul network expansion strategy.

  • These aircraft will complement its existing fleet of 15 A350-900s

  • The A350-1000 offers increased range and capacity compared to the A350-900, suitable for nonstop intercontinental routes

  • China Airlines currently operates 68 Airbus aircraft, including A321neo, A330, and A350 models

Statement’s

  • “The A350-1000 is a natural choice for our future widebody fleet. With this order, we are taking another major step in our fleet modernization program, which will allow us to offer passengers an enhanced travel experience, while also improving operational efficiency and reducing carbon emissions.” – China Airlines Chairman Su-Chien Hsieh
  • “China Airlines is one of the world’s leading A350 carriers and is now set to become the latest operator of the A350-1000. We are proud to support the airline as it continues to modernize its fleet with the most efficient and capable widebody aircraft available today.” – Christian Scherer, CEO of Commercial Aircraft, Airbus

Source: Airbus

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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – ALSIM

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Audrey Jeffroy – Sales and Marketing Director at ALSIM – a France headquartered global leading manufacturer of abinitio flight simulators with over 400 devices installed and certified in over 60 countries.

The conversation covers:

  • Global Presence: ALSIM has been in the market for 30 years, providing FAA and EASA-certified FNPT and AATD devices. Their product range includes generic simulators as well as type-specific simulators for training from PPL to APS MCC in over 60 countries.
  • Expansion in the U.S. Market: ALSIM has been actively developing the U.S. market, launching the G6 and G7 simulator and preparing to introduce the P100I at the Oshkosh exhibition. Additionally, the company has established a strategic partnership with Flight Sim Solutions (FSS), based in Florida, to enhance sales, customer support, and technical service operations. By developing a dedicated U.S. sales and technical team, ALSIM aims to provide localized support, faster installations, and more efficient maintenance services, ensuring a stronger connection with North American customers.
  • New Partnerships & Key Developments: ALSIM recently completed a factory acceptance test for the ALS R20 Simulator for the Korean National University of Transportation. They also established a partnership with Saskatchewan University for the ALX simulator.
  • Trends & Challenges in Pilot Training: The demand for pilots is at a high level, requiring training schools to be more efficient. ALSIM addresses this by offering improved tools for better pilot screening, ensuring that airlines receive high-quality graduates. Another major trend in pilot training is the increased regulatory scrutiny by authorities. Flight schools must now meet higher training standards, which requires continuous innovation in simulator technology. To meet these evolving demands, ALSIM continuously enhances its flight models, visual systems, and qualification test guides, ensuring that training devices meet the highest industry standards.
  • Commitment to Quality & Customer Satisfaction: ALSIM stands out due to its commitment to customer service, long-standing expertise, and continuous innovation. Their team, with decades of experience, prioritizes reliability, simplicity, and technical excellence in simulator manufacturing. Recognizing that flight schools invest significantly in training equipment, ALSIM prioritizes durability and user-friendly designs that provide long-term value.

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