Market Intelligence: Indian Subcontinent
Airbus Announces Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries for the Month of September 2023
In September 2023, Airbus:
- Delivered 55 aircraft to 34 customers
- 4 A220-300
- 1 A319neo
- 23 A320neo
- 20 A321neo
- 2 A330-900
- 5 A350-900
- Secured 23 orders
- 13 A321neo
- 10 A350-900
- Year to date Airbus has delivered 488 aircraft to 78 customers.
AFM Team Note – kindly contact us for a detailed excel breakdown of orders and deliveries by airline.
Check out last month’s orders and deliveries here.
Source: Airbus
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India Increases Validity of Pilot License from Five to Ten Years
The Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation announced there has been an amendment to Aircraft Rules, 1937 which marks a crucial shift in promoting ease of doing business and ensuring safety and security within the aviation sector. This is a Significant Step towards Strengthening Aviation Safety and Ease of Doing Business in aviation regulation.
One of the key highlights of the Amendment to the Aircraft Rules, 1937 is the revision of Rule 39C. Under this amendment, the validity of licenses in relation to Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) and Commercial Pilot License (CPL) holders has been increased from five years to ten years. This change is expected to reduce administrative burden on pilots and aviation authorities like DGCA, promoting a more streamlined and efficient licensing process.
The Amendment to the Aircraft Rules, 1937 is a result of substantial consultations with stakeholders in the industry, aimed at providing the necessary reform measures to strengthen the existing regulatory safety and security framework. These amendments align India’s aviation regulations with the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and international best practices.
Additionally, Rule 118 for validation of foreign licenses has been removed as being redundant. This change signifies aligning the regulations with the evolving needs of the aviation sector.
Source: India Press Information Bureau
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Global Aircraft Manufacturer Records 224 Aircraft Orders in September 2023
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Global Pilot Simulator Training Center Operator, Simaero, Announces the Forthcoming Opening of an Aviation Training Center in Delhi, India
France headquartered global operator of full flight simulator training centers Simaero is pleased to announce its latest milestone in the expansion of Simaero India with the upcoming opening of a state-of-the-art Training Center in Delhi. This announcement marks a significant step towards fulfilling the growing demand for airline pilot training in the region.
A fully-equipped new Aviation Training Center, ideally located in Delhi’s international hub
Strategically located within a 10-minute drive from the main terminals of Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI), the new Simaero Training Center will be an ideal setting to offer accessible, high-quality, and market-specific training solutions for local airlines. Its proximity to high-class hotels and recreational facilities will ensure unparalleled comfort for trainees from across India and beyond.
The future Training Center is set to feature eight simulator bays, housing a diverse range of market-specific devices such as the A320, B737 Max, and ATR 72-600 Full-Flight Simulators.
Committed to delivering a comfortable and optimized training environment, the Training Center will feature a modern ground school classroom equipped with state-of-the-art IT tools for Computer-Based Training (CBT). Trainees will also have the opportunity to relax and network in a welcoming lounge area.
A newly recruited highly-skilled team to conduct this ambitious project
To lead this strategic project, Mr. Khushbeg Jattana, General Manager of Simaero India, has assembled a team of highly experienced professionals. Joining him are Mrs. Deeksha Sharma, Quality Manager, and Mr. Ajit Ayri, Simulator Technical Manager, who have brought their expertise to the company in recent months. Additionally, Captain Manjit Singh Bodhi has been appointed as Head of Training for Simaero India. Captain Bodhi has a distinguished 35-year career in aviation, as part of Air India and Indigo management team. He will ensure that the future Approved Training Organization adheres to the highest global training standards. Furthermore, Mr. Pratyush Senger has joined as Sales Account Manager, dedicated to supporting local customers in fulfilling their training requirements in Simaero Delhi Training Center or other Simaero Training Centers.
The Simaero team has already initiated discussions with Indian airlines, to anticipate their training needs and adapt the Training Center features accordingly.As the Training Center undergoes construction, the Simaero India Team already actively provides training solutions to local customers through the Simaero group’s global network.
The Simaero Delhi Training Center is planned to be fully operational by the Q4 of 2024.
About Simaero
Simaero is a global provider of Full Flight Simulator operations and Pilot Training. Headquartered in Paris, France, Simaero gives its 250 customers access to over 30 Full Flight Simulators in its five locations in Paris CDG and Dinard, France; Johannesburg, South Africa; Delhi, India and Zhengzhou, China. Simaero is an Approved Training Organization for pilots, certified by EASA and more than 40 other civil aviation authorities, including South Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, Malaysia, Nepal, Brazil, Senegal, Ivory Coast, and UAE. Its academy offers a complete set of Type Rating training solutions covering a comprehensive range of aircraft types, including Airbus A320, A330, A340, and A350; Boeing 737, B757, B767, B777, B787; ATR 42/72-500/600, ERJ 145, Beech 1900, Dash 8, MD80/82, and Fokker 100. Simaero also provides Simulator Engineering Services to numerous customers across the world. The service includes simulator relocation, repair, upgrade, and preparation for certification and operation. In Joint Venture with HNCA, Simaero provides simulator engineering and maintenance services in China.
Source: Simaero
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Global Pilot Training Group Skyborne and Indian Airline to Conduct Seminars to Recruit the Next Generation of A320 First Officers
Global pilot training group Skyborne and IndiGo, India’s largest passenger airline, are preparing to tour the country in a series of seminars across Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai and Gurugram. Prospective cadets will have the opportunity to find out more about the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme with Skyborne, at a time when India’s demand for commercial pilots is skyrocketing.
Lee Woodward, Chief Executive Officer, Skyborne, says: “India is one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets and is facing an unprecedented need for pilots. The demand for travel in India is back and combined with IndiGo’s recent aircraft orders, the opportunity for future IndiGo pilots has never been better.”
“The IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme with Skyborne offers an international training experience, FAA and DGCA dual licences, and a clear path to an exciting career with one of the best airlines in the world.”
Skyborne was selected in 2019 to train the next generation of IndiGo A320 First Officers. The 17-month course begins at Skyborne’s world-class US facility in Vero Beach, Florida, where cadets spend 12 months earning their US FAA 141 Commercial Pilots Licence with Instrument Rating, plus the required Multi-Engine time, before completing a DCGA licence conversion in India. Those who are yet to complete their DGCA CPL theory exams have the additional option to undertake Skyborne’s SKYWORX India DGCA Distance Learning Programme before they commence flight training.
The final phase of the programme is the completion of a Multi-Crew Cooperation Course (MCC) and Airbus A320 type rating. Having been selected by IndiGo from the start, successful applicants will receive support and a Letter of Intent to employ (LOI) from the airline.
Woodward adds: “At our seminars across India, the Skyborne and IndiGo leadership teams will be on hand to answer questions about our facilities, instructional staff and our unique approach to training. This is an opportunity not to be missed if you are considering a career with IndiGo as an airline pilot.”
To find out more about the programme and a pilot career at IndiGo, prospective applicants are invited to register for Skyborne’s four upcoming seminars and visit skyborne.com/in/indigo-programme/.
- 12 October 2023, 11:00 IST, Novotel, Hyderabad Airport
- 13 October 2023, 14:00 IST, Radisson Blu Hotel GRT, Chennai
- 14 October 2023, 14:00 IST, Radisson Blu, Mumbai International Airport
- 15 October 2023, 15:00 IST, Taj City Centre Gurugram, Haryana (New Delhi)
About Skyborne
Skyborne Airline Academy is a modern airline training academy based at Vero Beach, Florida, United States, and Gloucestershire Airport in the United Kingdom. Established by industry experts, Skyborne brings a fresh approach to airline pilot training.
Founders Tom Misner (chairman), Lee Woodward (CEO) and Ian Cooper (COO) have unsurpassed experience in commercial aviation, education and training. It is their vision to create a training environment where the highest standard of teaching, safety and relevant airline-style training is maintained, and interactive learning is encouraged.
Using a combination of tried and tested methods and the latest technology to assess competence, suitability, aptitude and resilience, Skyborne aims to recruit the very best candidates to minimize additional training, reduce failure rates and provide airlines with better pilots and cabin crew.
Skyborne is proud to hold close relationships with the world’s leading airlines, offering opportunities for trainees as part of British Airways’ Speedbird Pilot Academy, the Delta Propel Career Path Program, IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme, and the SkyWest Professional Pilot Pathway.
Source: Skyborne
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FLYING Media Group Acquires Leading Business Aircraft Listing Marketplace
United States headquartered FLYING Media Group (FMG) has acquired AvBuyer, a leading business aircraft listing marketplace and large business aviation media brand.
For 25 years, AvBuyer has been providing aircraft owners and operators with key information so that they can make better-informed buying decisions across all areas of business aviation operations.
AvBuyer includes AvBuyer.com, one of the most active business aircraft listing marketplaces, and AvBuyer Magazine, a publication with market intelligence that is distributed to FBOs all over the world. FMG also acquired GA Buyer Europe and GA Buyer Africa, which offer classified listings and marketplaces that cover the European and African general aviation markets.
In addition to providing a liquid marketplace for dealers to match with prospective buyers, AvBuyer is a leading market intelligence provider in the business aviation community.
“AvBuyer is one of the most respected brands in the aircraft dealer and buyer communities. Now with a significant global presence, the FMG platform has the most expansive reach for prospective buyers of any classified aircraft listing provider in aviation,” said Craig Fuller, CEO of FMG.
FMG owns one of the fastest-growing aircraft listing marketplaces, Aircraft For Sale (AFS) and AircraftforSale.com. The Aircraft For Sale monthly print edition is sent to every FLYING Magazine subscriber and is distributed to FBOs across North America.
FMG plans to continue to build Aircraft For Sale, which is focused on the pilot community, and AvBuyer, which is focused on the business aviation and fleet operator community.
FLYING Media Group has the largest audience of active and prospective aircraft buyers of any media provider across its portfolio of 26 aviation brands, online sites, and marketplaces.
“With our acquisition AvBuyer, FLYING Media Group’s massive and engaged audience is unmatched by any other aviation media provider. Dealers and OEMs that want to get their message and listings in front of the largest number of prospects should certainly look to FLYING Media Group,” Fuller said.
FMG plans to bring the AvBuyer editorial operations and content into its expansive media platform that includes FLYING Magazine, Kitplanes, BusinessAIR, Plane & Pilot, Aviation Consumer, Aviation Safety, AVweb, Airline Geeks, Aircraft For Sale, and IFR.
Continuing a process that began after the acquisition of FLYING, FMG plans to make significant investments in its B2B editorial and creative studios over the next year.
“FLYING has nearly 100 reporters and regular contributors that cover the aviation industry, making it the largest media provider in the $2.5 trillion aerospace industry,” Fuller said. “We will continue to invest in the expansion of FMG through a combination of acquisitions and organic growth initiatives in the markets that we serve.”
Source: FLYING