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Indian Flight Training Group Chimes Aviation Academy Expands Fleet in January 2025 with 2 Additional Aircraft

India – Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates two flight training bases in India, has expanded its fleet with the addition of two new Tecnam P2010 TDI aircraft, aligning with its commitment to providing advanced pilot training programs.

The Tecnam P2010 TDI is equipped with the Continental CD-170 engine and features advanced avionics, including the Garmin G1000 NXi suite.

CAA last month highlighted its 2024 Achievements

  • Fleet Expansion: Added one (1) Multi-Engine aircraft and five (5) Single-Engine aircraft to the training fleet.
  • Operational Milestones:
    • Flew over 29,000 hours, equivalent to training 145 ab initio commercial pilots.
    • Set a single-day flying record of 220+ hours in October.
    • Achieved the academy’s best-ever aircraft productivity in annual flying hours.
  • Pilot Training Programs:
    • Launched a Flying Instructor Program in partnership with IndiGo, inducting six instructors.
    • Enrolled 100+ IndiGo Cadet Pilots and achieved excellent pass rates for DGCA ground school exams.
  • Technological Advancements:
    • Implemented an industry-first integrated paperless platform for CAMO, inventory, and engineering operations.
    • Eliminated inefficiencies, streamlining operations to support the increase in scale.
  • Expansion Plans: Initiated discussions with state governments and private companies for establishing a third airbase.

To learn more about Chimes Aviation Academy check out the recent interview with AFM.

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy
Photo Credit: Chimes Aviation Academy

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Pilot Training Facilitator United 7 Aero Holds India Seminar Tour Promoting Flight Training in South East Europe

Hyderabad, India – United 7 Aero wrapped up a successful Pilot Training Seminar in Hyderabad, bringing together aviation experts, aspiring pilots, and global training providers to guide the next generation of aviators. The event was led by:

  • Capt. Shahinsha SK – CEO of United 7 Aero, a Commercial Pilot & Professional Flight Instructor with 18 years of experience in the Indian Flight Training Industry and over 5,000 hours of instructional flying.
  • Stanko Pavlovic – General Manager at Flight Training Balkan, offering CPL, ME-IR, and ATPL training in partnership with ATOs across Southeast Europe.
  • Capt. Roy Ritter – Head of Training at Regional Air Services – Regional Air School, a leading provider of PPL, CPL, IR, and ATPL training.

United 7 Aero will continue the seminar tour in February 2025 in Bangalore.

Source: United 7 Aero

 

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Indian Pilot Training Group FSTC Expands in 2025 – Opens New Training Facility with 2 FFS and 1 FTD

Gurugram, India – FSTC, an Indian aviation training group operating both flight schools and full flight simulator training centers, has inaugurated its third Full-Flight Simulator facility, Gurugram 2.0, in the presence of Mr. Vumlunmang Vualnam, Secretary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation. The new facility houses devices, including:

  • Boeing B737 Max FFS
  • Airbus A320 neo-7000XR (2.1 version) FFS
  • Boeing B737 NG FTD Level 5

Commitment to ‘Atma Nirbhar Bharat’: Capt. D. S. Basraon, Founder and Chairman of FSTC, emphasized the facility’s role in supporting the Indian government’s self-reliance initiative, stating that Gurugram 2.0 will be instrumental in producing ‘Make in India’ pilots who are fully qualified and type-rated to join Indian airlines.

Training Capacity Expansion: Jyotsana, CEO of FSTC Flight Training Organization (FTO), highlighted plans to train over 200 fully qualified pilots annually through its FTO and Approved Training Organization (ATO), with further expansions anticipated to support the industry’s growing needs.

About FSTC
Flight Simulation Technique Centre (FSTC), based in Gurugram, India, is the country’s largest DGCA-approved standalone training organization. Over its 12-year history, FSTC has delivered more than 250,000 hours of simulator training to over 4,500 pilots, offering globally recognized aviation training solutions accredited by EASA, Airbus, and Boeing.

Source: Aviation & Defence Universe
Photo Credit: FSTC

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Airbus and Air India Appoint Leadership Team for New Training Centre in India

Gurugram, India – Airbus and Air India have formally onboarded the leadership team for the Airbus India Training Centre, a 50:50 joint venture aimed at strengthening pilot training infrastructure in the country. The facility, set to launch soon in Gurugram, Haryana, will serve as a key training hub supporting India’s growing aviation sector.

  • The Airbus India Training Centre spans 3,300 square meters and will feature 10 Full Flight Simulators.
  • The facility will provide A320 and A350 flight training for approximately 5,000 new pilots over the next decade.
  • The centre is part of Airbus and Air India’s strategic initiative to develop a highly skilled aviation workforce in India.
  • The newly appointed leadership team is expected to drive the centre’s operations and ensure training quality.

Source: Manmeet Mahiwal (Airbus)
Photo Credit: Airbus

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