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Indian Pilot Training Facilitator Aero Flight Aviation Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary in October 2025

India – Aero Flight Aviation, a pilot training organization and facilitator, celebrated its 15th Anniversary on 22nd October, a milestone that beautifully coincided with the festive spirit of Diwali!

  • Since its inception in 2010, Aero Flight Aviation has proudly supported the graduation of over 2,200 pilots.
  • In 2025 year to date, the organisation has graduated more than 110 pilots.
  • In 2024 it facilitated over 90 type ratings in 2024 across varies aircraft types including Airbus A320, Boeing B737NG and ATR72-600.

Source: Aero Flight Aviation

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Orbit Flight Training Centre Appoints Arun Babu Badhipudi to Lead Sales and Business Development

India – Orbit Flight Training Centre (OFTC), a new full flight simulator training center venture in Hyderabad, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Arun Babu Badhipudi to head Sales and Business Development.

  • Arun Babu Badhipudi transitions from GMR Group, where he contributed significantly to GMR Aero Technic and the GMR School of Aviation, leading several key initiatives in aviation education and training development. Before GMR Group Mr Badhipudi held roles at international pilot training organisations such as CAE and BAA Training.

  • At OFTC, he will lead regional sales and business development, focusing on establishing partnerships with Indian and international airlines and training organizations.

Source: OFTC

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CAE Seeks Head of Flight Training for Emirates–CAE Flight Training Centre in Dubai

United Arab Emirates – CAE, the global leader in aviation training, has announced an opening for a Head of Flight Training at its Emirates–CAE Flight Training (ECFT) joint venture in Dubai. The role represents one of the most senior and influential training leadership positions in the Middle East, overseeing operations at one of the world’s largest and most advanced flight training centers.

  • The position will lead a team of approximately 170 professionals, including 120 full-time instructors and staff and 50 freelance trainers, supported by nine direct managerial reports.

  • ECFT’s Dubai facility houses 21 full-flight simulators covering a diverse range of platforms including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Gulfstream, Bombardier, Hawker, King Air, Challenger, and Falcon aircraft.

  • The Head of Flight Training will drive strategic initiatives focused on innovation, regulatory compliance, instructor development, and operational excellence.

  • Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with UAE GCAA CAR-FCL, EASA, FAA, and CFR Part 142 standards while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across all training programs.

  • The role requires proven experience as a Flight Instructor or Examiner, a strong management background, and expertise in ATO training oversight with recent or current professional pilot licensing per ICAO Annex 1.

  • The successful candidate will work closely with CAE’s global network of training centers, aligning ECFT’s programs with CAE’s worldwide standards of quality and innovation.

For more information or to apply – head to the CAE job post here.

Source: CAE

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Cathay Flight Training Centre Welcomes New CAE Airbus A320neo Full Flight Simulator

Hong Kong – Cathay has further reinforced its commitment to safety and operational excellence with the delivery and installation of a state-of-the-art Airbus A320neo full-flight simulator at the Cathay Flight Training Centre.

This latest flight simulator is manufactured by CAE, a global leader in training and critical operations solutions for aviation. The new simulator further supports Cathay’s efforts to meet the growing demand for world-class pilot training as it embarks on a comprehensive fleet renewal and expansion plan.

The Cathay Group is investing well over HK$100 billion in its fleet, cabin and lounge products, and digital innovation to strengthen the Hong Kong international aviation hub and elevate the customer experience. This includes orders for more than 100 state-of-the-art narrowbody, regional widebody, long-haul widebody and large freighter aircraft joining the Group’s modern fleet in the coming years, with more than 30 of these being A320neo and A321neo aircraft.

Cathay held a special ceremony in Cathay House to welcome the new simulator from CAE. Cathay Chief Operations and Service Delivery Officer Alex McGowan and Cathay Director Flight Operations Captain Chris Kempis welcomed a delegation from CAE, led by Michel Azar-Hmouda, Division President, Commercial Aviation CAE, as well as special guest Captain Lawrence Wong, Chief, Flight Standard of the Civil Aviation Department for the ceremony.

Cathay’s Alex McGowan said: “Cathay and CAE have built a longstanding partnership focused on delivering high-quality training for pilots and crew, with a shared commitment to safety and operational excellence. Over the years, we have integrated a wide range of CAE training devices at our Flight Training Centre in Hong Kong. This partnership has helped Cathay to establish a state-of-the-art training environment, supporting the development of world-class aviation professionals.

“The recent addition of the A320 Neo CAE 7000XR Simulator marks another milestone in this collaboration, further strengthening Cathay’s training capabilities, advancing our training technologies, as well as nurturing future aviation talent.”

CAE’s Division President, Commercial Aviation CAE: Michel Azar-Hmouda said: “This A320 full-flight simulator marks a meaningful milestone in our collaboration with Cathay. Featuring CAE’s advanced Prodigy visual system, the device enhances training realism and supports Cathay’s commitment to operational excellence. As Cathay continues to invest in quality and commonality across its training infrastructure, CAE is proud to be a trusted partner on their journey.”

The Cathay Group’s total fleet numbers more than 230 passengers and freighter aircraft. The Group’s premium full-service airline Cathay Pacific currently operates 16 A321neo aircraft, while its low-cost carrier HK Express operates an all-Airbus fleet of more than 40 A320, A321, A320neo and A321neo aircraft.

Source: CAE

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Vietjet Aviation Academy Partners with Airways Aviation to Strengthen Global Aviation Workforce Development

Finland – Airways Aviation and Vietjet Aviation Academy (VJAA) have entered into a strategic partnership to deliver international-standard pilot training programs in Europe, aligning with ICAO, EASA, and CAAV regulatory frameworks. The agreement was formalised during the historic visit of Vietnam’s General Secretary Tô Lâm to Finland — the first official trip by a Vietnamese Party leader to the Nordic nation in over 50 years.

  • The partnership aims to implement Multi-Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) programs, training a new generation of pilots to meet Vietjet’s global expansion and sustainable growth strategy.

  • Training will be conducted at Airways Aviation’s European facilities, incorporating international standards, modern fleet training, and advanced competency-based methodologies.

Source: VietJet Aviation Academy

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