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Acron Aviation to Provide A320 Type Rating Training for Air Astana at its London Training Center

United Kingdom & Kazakhstan – Acron Aviation today announced that it has been selected by Air Astana, the leading carrier of Kazakhstan, to deliver Airbus A320 Type Rating training from its London Training Center (LTC).

Under the new agreement, Air Astana will utilize the state-of-the-art facilities offered at Acron Aviation’s LTC, including dedicated briefing rooms and high fidelity, Level D Full Flight Simulators (FFS), and benefit from consistent, high-quality training outcomes that support its continued expansion and crew development objectives.

Acron Aviation’s proven track record for delivering world-class pilot training, the quality of its training center, and the digital support available to trainees were key factors in Air Astana’s selection.

Patrick Davis, VP & GM London Training Center, Acron Aviation, said: “We’re proud to support Air Astana’s A320 Type Rating requirements from our London Training Center, drawing on our expertise as an established training provider.” Davis continued, “adding such a respected international flag carrier to our customer base reinforces Acron Aviation’s position as a trusted provider of advanced flight training solutions.”

The training agreement deepens the partnership between the two companies, first established in 2020 when Air Astana purchased its first A320neo FFS from Acron Aviation – which was also the first of its type in Kazakhstan. This will be followed by a second A320neo, which is scheduled to enter service early next year at the airline’s training center in Astana.

Filippos Siakkas, COO, Air Astana added: “Partnering with Acron Aviation ensures access to dependable A320 Type Rating capacity for our pilots. Their experience and infrastructure provide the assurance of quality and throughput we value.”

The agreement represents another step in Acron Aviation’s mission to export UK-built training systems and curricula to a growing global customer base.

Source: Acron Aviation

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AXIS Qualifies First US-Based Level D CL350 FFS for Vista America

USA & Austria – AXIS Flight Simulation (AXIS), a leading provider of advanced training solutions, has achieved FAA Level D qualification for a Bombardier Challenger CL350 full-flight simulator (FFS) developed for Vista America, an operating partner of Vista, the world’s leading global business aviation company.

The state-of-the-art CL350 FFS was unveiled at Vista America’s headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. The milestone marks AXIS’s first Level D CL350 FFS in the United States and the company’s third training device in the country — two of which are dedicated to business jet training.

The FFS is equipped with a Van Halteren motion system and RSi XT6 visual system, with a 200×45 field of view (FOV), as well as a Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced rehosted avionics system. Optional features include Controller–Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC), an Electronic Checklist (ECL), and steep approach capability. It is also certified for Localiser Performance with Vertical guidance (LPV), Required Navigation Performance (RNP), and Runway Awareness and Advisory System/Smart Runway (RAAS/SR).

David Stanley, President of Vista America, says: “We’re proud to deliver the consistency, safety, and elevated experience that Vista clients know and expect — wherever they fly. Having a Bombardier Challenger CL350 FFS at our Vista America headquarters allows us to conduct comprehensive in-house pilot training, giving us complete control over curriculum quality, and performance standards. Operating up to 16 hours a day, seven days a week, the simulator supports every stage of pilot development and brings new agility and consistency to our training ecosystem. We’re equally proud to partner with AXIS, a leading provider of advanced flight simulation technology, whose expertise made this milestone possible.”

Christian Theuermann, Executive Board Member at AXIS, says: “Qualifying our first Bombardier CL350 simulator in the United States is a significant milestone for AXIS. Not only does this mark our third FFS installation in the country, but it also reflects our ability to deliver highly specialised training devices tailored to the needs of global operators.

“In this case, we completed the full flight test programme and data gathering with our partner Aeroset, ensuring the device met all FAA requirements and offers the highest levels of realism and technical performance. We’re especially proud to support Vista America, a recognized leader in North America, whose world-class operations set the standard for consistent and highly efficient pilot training and development. This collaboration exemplifies our commitment to advancing flight training standards and expanding our global footprint.”

About AXIS Flight Simulation
AXIS is the leading global provider of advanced flight training solutions. With a comprehensive product range covering ATRs, business jets, small turboprop aircraft, as well as specialized aircraft for SAR and research and measurement purposes, AXIS offers a wide range of training devices and full flight simulators. Its suite of products set a new worldwide benchmark in availability and efficiency, and offer the most realistic flight experience possible for its customers. In November 2024, the company launched its Virtual Cockpit Procedure and Walkaround Trainer (VPT), a cutting-edge training solution powered by virtual and mixed reality (VR/MR) technologies.  AXIS Flight Simulation is headquartered in Austria and has offices in Canada and Hungary.n-controlling minority interests in the Vista America carriers, which do not own aircraft, but rather manage aircraft for third parties, including for Vista subsidiaries. 

Source: AXIS
Photo Credit: AXIS

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Simaero Gains UK CAA Certification for A340-600 FFS in Paris

France – full flight simulator training center operator Simaero has received UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) certification for the Airbus A340-600 Standard 2.4 variant at its Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Training Center. The certification extends the capabilities of its CAE-built A330/A340 full-flight simulator and supports continued global demand for legacy widebody training.

Source: Simaero
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