Market Intelligence: -Simulator Training Center

Airbus Helicopters Trains Over 7,000 Pilots and Technicians in 2024

Global – Airbus Helicopters has reached a major milestone in its global training efforts, surpassing 250,000 trainees trained to date. Through its 20 training academies worldwide, Airbus trained over 7,000 helicopter pilots and technicians in 2024 alone, reinforcing its commitment to safety, innovation, and mission-readiness across civil and military aviation sectors.

  • Airbus operates 20 training academies worldwide, logging 18,000 helicopter simulator hours annually to enhance pilot and technician training.
  • Over 7,000 pilots and technicians were trained in 2024, accumulating 3,000 helicopter flight hours.
  • Training programs are tailored to varied mission requirements, including emergency medical services, firefighting, law enforcement, and military operations.
  • Airbus offers personalized training solutions, integrating flight, maintenance, simulator-based, blended learning, and fully online courses.
  • Airbus continues to expand its use of full-flight simulators for realistic operational and emergency training conditions, with simulator centers in the United States, Brazil, and Germany.
  • The H125 VR simulator, first introduced in 2022 in partnership with Loft Dynamics, is now in Airbus’ South Africa Training Academy.
  • The new H145 VR simulator, co-developed with Loft Dynamics, is expected to launch later in 2025, further enhancing cost-effective and accessible pilot training.

Source: Airbus Helicopters

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Global Pilot Training Group Simaero Upgrades Airbus A330 Full Flight Simulator in 2025

Paris, France – Simaero, a global provider of aviation training and flight simulator engineering solutions, has shared that its Airbus A330 Standard 2.5 full-flight simulator in Paris has been upgraded with the certified Pratt & Whitney PW4170 engine option.

“This upgrade ensures that our simulator now covers all A330 CEO engine variants, allowing airlines and pilots from around the world to train with us at Paris CDG.” stated Simaero.

About SIMAERO
Simaero is a world-leading provider of pilot training on full-flight simulators and simulation engineering solutions. With five training centers strategically located in France (headquarters), South Africa, China, and India, Simaero trains over 5,000 pilots every year from 250+ civil and military carriers and 80+ countries. Their simulator fleet and training solutions cover the main commercial aircraft types, including Airbus, Boeing, ATR, and Embraer.

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US FFS Training Center AeroStar Training Services is Seeking a Simulator Maintenance Technician Level 3 in March 2025

Kissimmee, Florida – AeroStar Training Services, a US-based pilot training organisation and full flight simulator training center, is seeking a Simulator Maintenance Technician Level 3 to support Airbus A320 and Boeing 737NG full-flight simulators.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and resolve complex system issues beyond standard maintenance procedures
  • Provide technical guidance, supervision, and instruction to subcontractor technicians
  • Conduct quality control inspections on maintenance work performed
  • Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities in logistics management databases
  • Perform systems interface, troubleshooting, and fault isolation
  • Work with various computer systems, networks, and operating systems
  • Interpret mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic schematics
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Candidate Requirements

  • Must be eligible to work in the USA (No international sponsorships available)
  • Technical College Degree or equivalent education/experience
  • 3+ years of experience in simulator maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
  • Hands-on experience with full-flight simulators or aviation simulation technology
  • Strong computer, networking, and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to read technical schematics and analyze electrical diagrams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and various shifts

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

  • Ability to lift 40 lbs overhead
  • Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and enter cockpits
  • Ability to stoop, bend, and crawl under or on top of equipment
  • Must be able to distinguish colors and detect odors/noises for troubleshooting
  • Exposure to electrical shock risks, hydraulic systems, extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noise

To apply, contact the AeroStar Training Services team or through this job post.

Source: AeroStar Training Services

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Indian Pilot Training Group FSTC is Seeking to Hire Manager Simulator Maintenance for Gurugram Training Center in March 2025

Gurugram, India – FSTC, an Indian aviation training group operating both flight schools and full flight simulator training centers, is seeking to hire an Assistant Manager/Manager – Simulator Maintenance to oversee Full Flight Simulator maintenance and operations.

Candidate Requirements

  • 5–10 years of experience in simulator maintenance
  • BE/BTech in Electrical, Electronics, or Aeronautical Engineering OR
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) in Avionics with E/I/R BAMEC certification
  • Strong technical skills in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and system integration

To apply, please contact FSTC’s HR team.

Source: FSTC

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Brazil’s EPA Training Center Highlights 3rd Party Simulator Housing and Maintenance Services Offering in 2025

Curitiba, Brazil – EPA Training Center, a leading regional 2,700 square meter full flight simulator training center in LATAM, has highlighted that it is offering Housing & Maintenance services for third-party Full Flight Simulators (FFS) and Flight Training Devices (FTD) in 2025.

  • The facility in São José dos Pinhais spans 2,700 square meters and can accommodate 8 FFS and 4 FTDs.
  • EPA Training Center provides 24/7 operation and maintenance of training equipment using its in-house expertise.

About EPA Training Center
Headquartered in Curitiba, Brazil, EPA Training Center is the largest provider of regional aircraft training in Latin America, with Full Flight Simulators of the ATR 42/72, ERJ-145/Legacy 600, EMB-120 – Brasilia and EMB-110 – Bandeirante, serving executive operators, airlines and armed forces from over 30 countries. 

Source: EPA Training Center
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