Market Intelligence: North America

Aircraft Manufacturer Embraer Shares 2024 Perspectives

Brazil-based global aircraft manufacturer Embraer, the third largest commercial jet manufacturer, shared its perspectives for 2024.

  • 64 commercial aircraft deliveries for 2023
  • This is one unit short of its planned 65 to 70 target but it’s still 12% more than 2022
  • Goal is to return to around 90 annual deliveries which we achieved in 2018 and 2019
  • 2023 revenue was nearly the same as 2019, it is still only at 70% of pre-pandemic output
  • Working with suppliers to grow this year’s output target by double digits
  • “One sticking point is the pilot shortage. Fewer available pilots favours interest in bigger narrowbodies, and that creates a gap between those aircraft and the regional fleet. There have been a few soft years but the shortage seems to be resolving itself. That implies that we’ll see more demand for smaller narrowbodies which should fill in that gap. In the meantime, orders for the E175 in the USA remain strong since there isn’t movement on pilot scope clauses.”

Source: Embraer
Photo Credit: Embraer

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer TRU Simulation Celebrates 10 Years of Innovation and Rebrands

TRU Simulation + Training, on February 15, 2024, revealed that as it marks a decade of success in the aviation simulation industry, the company is rebranding to simply “TRU Simulation.” The new brand and logo reflect TRU’s shift away from providing pilot training experiences to a more targeted focus on designing, manufacturing and maintaining state-of-the-art, high-fidelity flight simulators to address the vital need for accurate and true-to-life pilot training tools.

TRU Simulation Inc., an affiliate of Textron Aviation Inc., is a Textron Inc. company that designs, manufactures and delivers high-fidelity training devices and full-motion simulators for civil and defense customers.

“We are thrilled to celebrate TRU Simulation’s 10th anniversary, a significant milestone that showcases our commitment to excellence in advanced aviation simulation. We owe our success to our loyal customers and dedicated employees who have been instrumental in shaping our journey. Their trust and support have allowed us to deliver cutting-edge training tools that empower pilots to navigate the skies confidently,” said Jerry Messaris, vice president and general manager, TRU Simulation. “As we look ahead, we remain steadfast in our mission to provide safe, realistic and cost-effective simulators that meet the evolving needs of the aviation industry.”

Originally formed out of three legacy aviation companies, TRU Simulation has evolved since its founding in 2014 to address unique simulator needs for a wide range of customers. TRU prides itself on customizing simulator devices to meet specific customer needs while meeting or exceeding all regulatory requirements.

About TRU Simulation

TRU Simulation Inc., an affiliate of Textron Aviation Inc., is a leading provider of high-fidelity training devices and full-motion simulators for the aviation industry. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, TRU Simulation has been at the forefront of flight simulation technology for over a decade. Our customized simulator solutions empower pilots to navigate the skies confidently, while our state-of-the-art technology ensures safe and realistic training experiences.

About Textron Aviation      

We inspire the journey of flight. For more than 95 years, Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has empowered our collective talent across the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our customers. With a range that includes everything from business jets, turboprops, and high-performance pistons, to special mission, military trainer and defense products, Textron Aviation has the most versatile and comprehensive aviation product portfolio in the world and a workforce that has produced more than half of all general aviation aircraft worldwide. Customers in more than 170 countries rely on our legendary performance, reliability and versatility, along with our trusted global customer service network, for affordable and flexible flight.     

About Textron Inc.    

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation.

Source: TRU Simulation
Photo Credit: TRU Simulation

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43% of 2024 AOPA’s Top Flight Training Schools Excel with Flight Schedule Pro

Flight Schedule Pro, the industry-leading flight operations software for flight schools, career pilot training centers, universities, and other flying organizations, proudly announces that 43% of AOPA’s 2024 Flight Training Experience Award winners are clients utilizing the Flight Schedule Pro solution. As AOPA marks its twelfth year of recognizing top-flight training operators in the US, Flight Schedule Pro congratulates its valued clients who have earned this recognition.

Nick Wegner, CEO of Flight Schedule Pro, expressed his excitement for the award winners stating, “We’re thrilled to celebrate the leading flight schools in our industry. We take pride in helping our partners deliver unparalleled experiences and contribute to the growth of the global pilot community. We remain dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation, ensuring our all-in-one solution continues to meet and exceed the evolving needs of the flight training industry. We’re honored that so many of the award winners have chosen to partner with us and look forward to an incredible year as we and our customers experience unprecedented growth.”

AOPA compiles the winning school list through its annual Flight Training Experience Survey, conducted at the end of 2023 and available to pilots of all experience levels. The official announcement of the winning operation is scheduled for Redbird Migration on March 5 and 6 in Houston.

Flight Schedule Pro facilitated more than 517,000 flight reservations in January 2024, with more than 1,100 operators benefiting from its all-in-one solution. The comprehensive solution helps flight training operations effectively grow their business with functionality that increases aircraft utilization, keeps students on track to graduate, and streamlines decisions with data insights. The impact of its cutting-edge technology is highlighted by testimonials from AOPA award-winning schools that are also Flight Schedule Pro clients.

Felipe Santiago, Director of Operations at Aviator Zone Academy in Miami, shared, “We are a technology company that does flight training, and Flight Schedule Pro has allowed us to achieve our mission safely and efficiently. Receiving the news from AOPA that we had taken the region again is a reminder of what can be done with a great team and a vision to provide quality training to all pilots.”

Amanda Heveran, Manager at NextGen Flight Academy in Riverside, California, expressed her excitement, stating, “We here at Nextgen Flight Academy love what we do. Our students, renters, and employees are as much a family to us as our own families are. Flight Schedule Pro helps us run our dispatch operations smoothly by keeping it user-friendly for our customers and staff. It is one of the easiest tools for scheduling and tracking aircraft times for maintenance purposes. Everything runs smoothly with the help of the tools Flight Schedule Pro offers. We love seeing all the small schools like ours winning these awards that help build our business and show how much we are appreciated for our hard work by all our customers. We hope to continue our success with using Flight Schedule Pro as a tool.”

Flight Schedule Pro remains committed to revolutionizing aviation management, providing indispensable value for operators to deliver world-class experiences and foster the growth of pilots nationwide.

Source: Flight Schedule Pro
Photo Credit: Flight Schedule Pro

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New US 8 Bay Pilot Simulator Training Facility to Hold its Grand Opening on February 24, 2024

Las Vegas Flight Academy (LVFA) will have its Grand Opening on Saturday, February 24, 2024.

  • The facility has two B737-800 Level D full flight simulators (FFS) and one B737-300 Level D FFS.
  • The facility is equipped with eight Full Motion Flight Simulator Bays, Classrooms, Briefing Rooms, a Large Break Room, study and relaxation areas.
  • LVFA has an additional Five FFS Bays that are available to host the organization’s simulator or to obtain an FFS that they need access to.

Back in December 2022 the team at Las Vegas Flight Academy led by the forward-thinking Ron Kelly raised $5 million.

Source: Ron Kelly (Las Vegas Flight Academy)

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