Market Intelligence: Middle East

Middle East FFS Training Center Highlights 2024 Achievements Including Regulatory Approvals

Abu Dhabi, UAE – based aviation training group and full flight simulator training center Etihad Aviation Training has shared a number of 2024 milestones including:

  • Secured major regulatory approvals from GACA (Saudi Arabia), EASA (Europe), and HKCAD (Hong Kong)
  • Signed MoUs with key industry players, including Incheon Airport and Archer Aviation, to expand strategic collaborations
  • Strengthened training alliances across Madrid, the UAE, and other regions to enhance training delivery and accessibility.
  • Recognized as the Aviation Training Provider of the Year – 2024 by the Aviation Business Awards and Aviation Achievement Awards.
  • Expanded its A320 simulator fleet, introduced new uniforms, and launched an e-commerce platform to streamline services.
  • Showcased its expertise at prominent events, including Abu Dhabi Air Expo, WATS, EATS, and ICAO’s Advanced Air Mobility Symposium.

Source: Etihad Aviation Training
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Aviation Distance Learning Provider, CPaT, Announces December 2024 Promotion for Marketing & Communications Specialist

USA – headquartered CPaT Global, a leading provider of aviation training solutions, has announced the promotion of Ariana Jones to Marketing & Communications Specialist. Since joining the company in 2022, Jones has demonstrated exceptional skill, dependability, and a results-driven approach in advancing CPaT’s marketing and communications strategies.

Learn more about CPaT Global or Jones by connecting with her through her LinkedIn profile here.

Source: CPaT
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Aircraft Manufacturer Announces 2025 Appointment for President for Africa and Middle East

Toulouse, France – headquartered aircraft manufacturer Airbus has announced the appointment of Gabriel Sémelas as President for Africa and the Middle East. In his new role, Sémelas will lead Airbus’s efforts across the rapidly evolving region, focusing on supporting growth and development through innovative aviation, defence, and space solutions.

“I am honoured to take on this new role, spearheading the activities of Airbus in Africa and the Middle East. The Region is changing fast, with huge ambitions for growth and development. At Airbus we want to support this transformation, contributing to commercial aviation and the development of defence and space capabilities, by offering innovative and sustainable solutions.” shared Gabriel Sémelas.

Source: Gabriel Sémelas
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Turkish Airlines Flight Academy Expands Fleet to 49 Aircraft in 2024

Aydin, Turkey – Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), the flight training group subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, has added the 49th aircraft to its fleet – a Diamond DA40 aircraft.

TAFA conducted a remarkable growth over the past five years. The academy has expanded its operational capacity threefold and significantly increased its annual flight hours to 68,000 in 2024.

The academy currently trains 281 pilots annually, with plans to increase this figure to graduate 350 by 2026.

Source: Turkish Airlines Flight Academy
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Global Aircraft Lessor Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Nordic Aviation Capital

Dubai, U.A.E. – Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd (“DAE”) announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the Nordic Aviation Capital group of companies (“NAC” or “Nordic Aviation Capital”), an aircraft leasing company formed over 30 years ago. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

As of September 2024, NAC’s fleet comprised of 252 owned and committed assets on lease to approximately 60 airline customers in approximately 40 countries.

On a pro forma basis, DAE Capital’s fleet will comprise of approximately 750 owned, managed and committed aircraft with a total value of approximately US$22 billion on lease to approximately 170 airline customers in approximately 70 countries.

Firoz Tarapore, Chief Executive Officer of DAE, commented, “We are delighted at this opportunity to add NAC’s capabilities, complementary market presence, and people to our platform. This transaction will allow us to provide more cost-effective solutions to a larger group of customers.”

The transaction will be appropriately capitalized and funded by internal resources and committed debt financing. Consequently, DAE’s leverage and funding metrics will remain comfortably within the levels consistent with DAE’s credit ratings. The transaction is subject to required regulatory approvals and approval of the shareholders of NAC Holdings Limited and is expected to be completed in the first half of 2025.

DAE was advised by Allen Overy Shearman Sterling LLP and KPMG.

About DAE
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd is a globally recognized aviation services corporation with two divisions: DAE Capital and DAE Engineering. Headquartered in Dubai, DAE serves over 170 airline customers in over 65 countries from its seven office locations in Dubai, Dublin, Amman, Singapore, Miami, New York, and Seattle.

DAE Capital is an award-winning aircraft lessor with an owned, managed, and committed fleet of approximately 500 Airbus, ATR, and Boeing aircraft with a fleet value of US$18 billion. DAE Engineering provides regional MRO services to customers in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and South Asia from its state-of-the-art facility in Amman, Jordan, accommodating up to 17 wide and narrow body aircraft. It is authorized to work on 15 aircraft types and has regulatory approval from over 25 regulators globally.

Source: Dubai Aerospace Enterprise
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Pilot Training and Flight Equipment Supplier, Pooleys, to Attend Key Aviation Events in 2025

UK – Pooleys, a United Kingdom headquartered leading manufacturer and publisher of aviation, pilot training content and flight equipment supplier, has announced its schedule of event appearances for 2025. The company will participate in a variety of aviation and pilot training events across Europe, South Africa, and the UK to engage with industry stakeholders.

  • Event Schedule 2025:
    • 18th January – Future Pilot Skills Event, University of West London, UK
    • 21st – 22nd February – Pilot Expo, Brussels Airport, Belgium
    • 22nd February – British Gliding Association Conference, Loughborough University, UK
    • 22nd March – Pilot Careers Live, London, UK
    • 9th – 12th April – Aero Friedrichshafen, Germany
    • 3rd – 4th May – Microlight Trade Show, Popham, UK
    • 10th – 11th May – Pooleys Air Days, Compton Abbas, UK
    • 16th – 17th May – Private Flyer London, Wycombe Air Park, UK
    • 5th – 7th June – France Air Expo, Lyon Bron, France
    • 25th – 27th June – AERO South Africa, Wonderboom Airport, South Africa
    • 29th – 31st August – LAA Rally, Leicester, UK
    • TBC – Pilot Careers Live, London, UK

Note: Pooleys highlights that event dates and participation are subject to change without notice.

About Pooleys
Pooleys, headquartered in the UK, is a leading supplier of aviation equipment and training materials, serving pilots, flight schools, and aviation enthusiasts worldwide. Known for its high-quality products, Pooleys actively participates in industry events to engage with the aviation community.

Source: Pooleys

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