Market Intelligence: Middle East

Middle East Based Pilot Training Operator IAE Holds High Level Meeting in the United Arab Emirates

Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise (IAE), a subsidiary of Mehyou Group, which operates Airways Aviation branded flight training organisations in Lebanon and Cyprus has indicated expansion plans and its alignment with the vision of the United Arab Emirates and Ras Al Khaimah.

“The aviation industry is experiencing rapid growth, and we are expanding our business to meet the increasing demand and position ourselves as one of the global leaders in this industry.

We are deeply aligned with Ras Al Khaimah and the UAE’s visionary leadership and look forward to supporting their goals. Thank you, your Royal Highess Sheikh Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al-Qasimi’s, for your constant interest, belief and support in our project. Together, we will strengthen the UAE’s position as a global leader in aviation.” shared Wissam Mehyou, CEO at the Mehyou Group.

Source: Wissam Mehyou (Mehyou Group)
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Global Pilot Training Group Highlights E-Learning Platform and Announces New Feature

Global operator of full flight simulator training centers, Simaero, has highlighted Wisdom, a cutting-edge e-learning platform developed by experienced pilots, and launched in 2022. The online Learning Management System (LMS) is designed to deliver remote training for commercial pilots across multiple aircraft platforms. This innovative system supports type rating and recurrent training for a wide range of aircraft, including Airbus A320, A330, A340, A350; Boeing 737, 757, 767, 777, 787; and ATR 500, 600.

Key Features of WISDOM:

  • Remote Learning: WISDOM allows pilots to complete ground course training online, eliminating the need to travel for classroom instruction. Students can access content anytime and from anywhere, significantly reducing travel costs and time.
  • Comprehensive Training Content: The LMS covers essential theoretical modules such as Mass and Balance, Limitations, Performance, Standard Operating Procedures, as well as specialized training for Low Visibility, Upset Recovery, and Performance Based Navigation.
  • Interactive Lessons: The platform offers fully interactive, self-paced courses with the ability to contact instructors remotely for additional support.
  • EASA-Approved: The platform aligns with EASA’s latest regulations, reducing classroom time by approximately 80% while maintaining high standards of training quality.
  • Advanced Features: WISDOM integrates a space for managing trainee files, syllabuses, manuals, and training records, and provides real-time progress tracking, ensuring training completion updates are delivered to both managers and trainees automatically.

The Wisdom platform has newly integrated Cockpit Procedure Trainers to complement the Ground School experience.

Source: SIMAERO
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CAE First to Showcase Immersive Pilot Training Solution Built for Apple Vision Pro

Global aviation training leader CAE has become the first to develop an immersive pilot training app for Apple Vision Pro. CAE’s Apple Vision Pro app, currently showcased at NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas, Nevada, could be a game-changer for pilot training. By using spatial computing to bring true-to-life precision to flight deck interactions, the app will allow pilots to remotely complete training activities that are currently only available in training centres. As part of CAE’s training ecosystem, the app will not only further increase the effectiveness and speed of training pilots safely but will also enable pilots to train anytime from anywhere.

“This Apple Vision Pro app developed by CAE will allow pilots to familiarize themselves with the flight deck, practice critical procedures, and develop muscle memory for key functions from anywhere,” said Emmanuel Levitte, CAE’s Chief Technology and Product Officer. “It will allow pilots to engage with realistic flight deck environments to further ensure they are ready for their full-flight simulator sessions and become even better prepared for any situation.”

“The power and unique capabilities of Apple Vision Pro, combined with CAE’s training environment, will give pilots more flexibility and better prepare them for the transition from ground school to the simulator,” said Alexandre Prévost, CAE’s Division President, Business Aviation Training. “With CAE’s Apple Vision Pro app, we are not only providing our customers more convenience, but are also enhancing training efficiency at a time when the aviation industry faces an increased need to train new pilots.”

In “Exploration Mode”, a pilot can touch a specific control and view a description of that control in context. In “Guided Mode”, the user is led to learn the various procedures of the aircraft, guiding the pilot to the next action required to learn the sequences. In “Flight Deck Interaction Mode”, pilots can use the virtual flight deck to simulate any kind of interaction in a natural way and begin to train their muscle memory. In the real aircraft, for example, the main battery switch needs to be pulled before being flipped. The same can be done in this spatial computing experience.

With the ability to be programmed for any aircraft type, CAE’s training app for Apple Vision Pro will be a great complement to existing CAE solutions for both business and commercial pilot training. The app is currently being tested on the Bombardier Global 7500 program and is scheduled to be rolled out in Spring 2025.

About CAE Civil Aviation Training
CAE – Civil Aviation elevates and advances human performance by providing holistic and immersive training solutions for professionals in business and commercial aviation. Whether for pilots, maintenance technicians, cabin crew or air traffic controllers, we help keep aircraft in the skies with exceptionally trained professionals ready to take on any challenge safely. We operate 70+ facilities on five continents, training over 135,000 business and commercial professionals annually.

About CAE
At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, maintenance technicians, airlines, business aviation operators, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with approximately 13,000 employees in more than 240 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

Source: CAE
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Middle East Aviation and Pilot Training Academy T3 Aviation Academy Onboards 16 Cadets in its 81st Intake Batch for MPL Program

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates based aviation and pilot training group T3 Aviation Academy has officially welcomed the 81st batch of cadets to its prestigious Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) programme. The new intake, consisting of 16 cadets from diverse countries, including Canada, Libya, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Malaysia, and India, marks another milestone in the academy’s commitment to training the next generation of airline pilots.

Source: T3 Aviation Academy
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Cabin Crew Simulator Manufacturer Introduces Regional Jet Door and OWE Training Simulator

Turkey-headquartered cabin crew simulator manufacturer SkyArt Cabin Simulators & Aviation Furniture has introduced the Embraer E2 190 Door & OWE Training Simulator, a cutting-edge tool designed to enhance safety and efficiency in aviation training. This innovative simulator provides a highly realistic experience, allowing pilots and cabin crew to undergo practical, hands-on training with maximum impact. It comes equipped with comprehensive training manuals and certification, and offers a 3-year warranty, along with on-site installation, spares, maintenance, and after-sales support.

Source: SkyArt Cabin Simulators & Aviation Furniture
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Emirates Orders 5 Additional 777 Freighters, Brings Freighter Fleet to 21 Units by End 2026

Dubai, UAE – Emirates has placed a firm order for 5 more Boeing 777 freighters to be delivered from 2025/2026.

Together with its previous orders, Emirates now has 14 Boeing 777Fs pending delivery from Boeing from now until end 2026.

In addition, Emirates has signed a multi-year lease extension with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise for 4 Boeing 777Fs in its existing fleet. Based on these investments, by December 2026, Emirates SkyCargo expects to operate a fleet of 21 production-built Boeing 777 freighters, significantly expanding its current fleet of 11 units.

Emirates also remains invested in converting 10 passenger Boeing 777-3000ERs into freighters for further capacity and fleet growth.

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Groupsaid: “We’re investing in new freighter aircraft to meet surging demand and provide our customers around the world with even more flexibility, connectivity, and options to leverage market opportunity.

“Demand for Emirates’ air cargo services has been booming. This reflects Dubai’s growing prominence as a preferred and trusted global logistics hub, and also the success of Emirates SkyCargo’s bespoke solutions that address the needs of shippers in different industry sectors.”

“Emirates continues to set the direction for our industry and we deeply appreciate the trust they have placed in the Boeing widebody family to serve as the backbone of their global fleet,” said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We are proud to support Emirates SkyCargo’s growth as it relies on the performance and versatility of our 777 Freighter to further connect the world.”

Even as it inducts new freighter aircraft into its operations, Emirates’ cargo division will continue to harness the airline’s all wide-body passenger fleet to facilitate the fast, reliable and efficient movement of goods worldwide, offering customers more flexibility with a fleet mix comprised of 777s, 777-Fs, 747Fs, A350s, and A380s.

The Dubai government’s plans to expand Al Maktoum International airport (DWC) is set to create the world’s largest hub in terms of capacity. DWC will ultimately be able to process 12 million tonnes of cargo annually, supporting the growth of the nearby Logistics District which is planned as an international base for global cargo and shipping companies, and part of Dubai’s masterplan to become the pre-eminent multi-modal cargo hub for air, sea and land connections.

As part of its vision for the next era of its growth, Emirates plans to make a decision by the end of this calendar year on its future freighter fleet for 2028/29 and beyond, with the Boeing 777-8F and Airbus A350-1000F as contenders.

About Emirates
The Emirates story started in 1985 when we launched operations with just two aircraft. Today, we fly the world’s biggest fleets of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, offering our customers the comforts of the latest and most efficient wide-body aircraft in the skies.

We inspire travelers around the world with our growing network of worldwide destinations, industry leading inflight entertainment, regionally inspired cuisine, and world-class service.

Source: Emirates
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