Market Intelligence: Middle East

Italy’s Professional Aviation Welcomes UAE-based T3 Aviation Academy Cadets in January 2025

Italy – Professional Aviation, one of the country’s largest pilot training organisations, has welcomed 8 cadet pilots from United Arab Emirates based pilot training organisation T3 Aviation to conduct their core flight training component of the T3 MPL program in Italy,

In 2024, T3 Aviation Academy and Professional Aviation Announce Strategic Collaboration for Core Flying Training in Italy.

The Professional Aviation flight training group achieved 16,000 flight hours in 2024 and launched a new helicopter academy, expanding its training portfolio. Specific partnership’s include:

Curious to hear more about Professional Aviation – check out the interview with AFM here: Growing to Become One of the Largest Flight Schools in Italy – Professional Aviation Academy – AFM.aero

Source: Professional Aviation
Photo Credit: Professional Aviation

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UAE-based Pilot Training Organization, Pier Seven Aviation, Secures GCAA Approval for A320 and B737NG-800 Simulators

Sharjah, UAE – Pilot training organisation and full flight simulator training center Pier Seven Aviation has announced a significant milestone for 2025 with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) approval of its A320 (CEO & NEO) and B737NG-800 simulators. This approval complements Pier Seven’s existing status as a GCAA-approved Approved Training Organization (ATO).

Training Programs Offered:

  • Initial Type Rating
  • Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) courses

Source: Pier Seven Aviation
Photo Credit: Pier Seven Aviation

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Turkey’s HAVELSAN to Host 11th National FSTD Workshop in Ankara in February 2025

Turkey – The “11th National FSTD (Flight Simulation Training Devices) Workshop” will take place on February 4-5, 2025, at Havelsan headquarters in Ankara. This workshop will bring together key stakeholders from Turkey’s flight simulation and civil aviation sectors.

  • The event will gather representatives from the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority, airlines. full flight simulator training centers, flight training organizations, manufacturers and industry suppliers.
  • Discussions will focus on the latest developments in flight simulation technology and its application in pilot training.
  • The workshop aims to strengthen collaboration among Turkish aviation stakeholders and advance the use of FSTD in training programs.

Source: Ulusal FSTD Çalışma Grubu
Photo Credit: Ulusal FSTD Çalışma Grubu

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Cirrus Introduces Immersive AR Pre-Flight Tool for SR Series Pilots

Cirrus Aircraft has announced an upgrade to its Cirrus Approach app for iPad, introducing an Augmented Reality (AR) pre-flight tool designed specifically for the SR Series aircraft. The update aims to provide a lifelike, hands-on training experience for pilots, enhancing their preparation for real-world operations. The new AR tool enables users to virtually interact with the SR Series aircraft, bridging the gap between theoretical practice and practical application.

Source: Cirrus Aircraft
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Airbus Helicopters Reports Strong Growth with 450 Net Orders and Innovations in 2024

France – Airbus Helicopters logged 455 gross orders (net: 450) and delivered 361 helicopters in 2024, marking another year of steady growth with a 57% preliminary share of the global civil and parapublic market. The company’s strong performance was driven by demand across its light, twin-engine, and heavy helicopter segments, with orders placed by 182 customers in 42 countries.

  • Market Growth Highlights:
    • Orders increased by nearly 10% for the second consecutive year.
    • Key contributors included the Super Puma programme with 58 orders from the German Bundespolizei, Japan Coast Guard, and the Ministries of Defence of the Netherlands and Romania.
    • The H145 and H145M attracted new defence customers, including Brunei Air Force, Belgian Ministry of Defence, and Bahraini Police Aviation Command.
  • Product Innovations:
    • The Racer compound helicopter exceeded 407 km/h in its initial flights.
    • The CityAirbus NextGen completed its maiden flight in Donauwörth.
    • The H175 concluded its de-icing flight tests in Canada and Norway, progressing toward certification, while the H160 saw over 30 units entering service worldwide.
  • Defence and Security Priorities:
    • Airbus supported humanitarian missions, including U.S. National Guard operations after Hurricane Helene and disaster relief in Valencia, Spain.
    • Expanded uncrewed systems (UAS) portfolio, showcasing crewed-uncrewed teaming capabilities with the VSR700.
    • Initiated studies for the European Next Generation Rotorcraft programme.
  • Global Footprint Expansion:
    • Celebrated 40 years of operations in Fort Erie, Canada, which will deliver 19 H135 helicopters to the Canadian defence sector.
    • Opened a new facility in Oxford, UK, marking 50 years of Airbus presence in the country.
    • Announced an H125 final assembly line in India in partnership with TATA.
  • Sustainable Aviation Efforts:
    • Increased sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) usage to nearly 20% for test and training flights in Marignane, Albacete, Donauwörth, and Oxford.

Source: Airbus
Photo Credit: Airbus

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Flight Training Group Intercontinental Aviation Academy Indicates New Middle East Cadet Pilot Program

Iraq – Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise (IAE), a subsidiary of Mehyou Group, which operates flight training organisations in Lebanon and Cyprus and recently launched the Intercontinental Aviation Academy and recently announced the opening of its new administrative hub and career consulting center in Iraq, has indicated that it will soon be announcing an abinitio cadet pilot training program with an Iraqi airline.

This expansion marks a significant milestone in the academy’s mission to connect aspiring aviators across the country with its regional flight training network.

  • The new Iraq office will guide future pilots through their aviation career journeys, starting with ground school training in Iraq, followed by flight training at IAA’s international bases (Cyprus, Lebanon and soon the United Arab Emirates).

“This base is just the beginning—it will also serve as the foundation for our first Airline Cadet Program in partnership with an Iraqi airline, which we look forward to revealing at the right time.” stated Wissam Mehyou, Founder of IAA.

Last year in August 2024 Mr Mehyou shared in an interview that it is aiming on investing up to USD 20 million over the next five years

“We are actively studying multiple geographic locations to identify promising investment opportunities, aiming to invest up to $20 million in the next five years. By prioritising markets with high demand and a lack of adequate training infrastructure, we aim to significantly impact the future of aviation education and the development of skilled professionals across diverse regions,” shared Wissam Mehyou, CEO and Chairman of IAE.

For its new training base in Larnaca, Cyprus IAE is procuring a new and efficient fleet and is “we are actively exploring avenues such as electric aircraft and sustainable aviation fuels,” according to Mr Mehyou.

Source: Wissam Mehyou (Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise)

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Oman Aviation Academy Announces 2025 Appointment for Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor

Sohar, Oman – the country’s only flight training organisation Oman Aviation Academy has appointed Mohammad Reza Ghasemian as its new EASA Approved Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor. To learn more about Oman Aviation Academy or Mr Ghasemian kindly connect with him.

In 2024 Oman Aviation Academy had received ATO EASA certification as of February 2024 (EASA.ATO.0048). “As a Part-ORA certified training organisation with the privilege to provide Part-FCL training courses, including the use of FSTDs, as listed in training course approval.” stated EASA.

Source: Mohammad Reza Ghasemian (Oman Aviation Academy)

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