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Brazilian Pilot Training Organization EPA Training Center Completes UPRT Upgrade on ATR 42-500 Simulator in 2025

Brazil – EPA Training Center, a leading regional full-flight simulator training center in Latin America, has announced the completion of a full-stall Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) upgrade on its ATR 42-500 Full Flight Simulator, enhancing its capability to deliver advanced pilot training.

  • The upgrade integrated the StallBox module from Birhle Applied Research, enabling advanced aerodynamic modeling for full-stall and upset recovery scenarios.

  • EPA Training Center has received certification from the Brazilian National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) to operate the ATR 42-500 Full Flight Simulator with the new UPRT capabilities.

  • This enhancement strengthens the center’s ability to train pilots in critical recovery skills, in line with ICAO recommendations for improved flight safety.

To provide an overview of the EPA Training Center:

  • The current facility spans 2,500 square meters.

  • EPA Training Center operates four full-flight simulators:

    • Embraer ERJ-145/Legacy 600

    • Embraer EMB-120 Brasilia

    • Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante

    • ATR 42/72

Source: EPA Training Center

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Leadership Transition Complete as Matthew Bromberg Takes Helm at CAE

Global – CAE has completed its leadership transition with Matthew Bromberg assuming the role of President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as of August 13, 2025. Bromberg succeeds Marc Parent, who led the company for 16 years and oversaw its transformation into the world’s leading provider of aviation training solutions.

  • Appointment announced in June 2025, effective August 13, 2025.

  • Bromberg joins from Northrop Grumman, where since 2022 he led Global Operations.

  • Previous roles include President, Military Engines at RTX Corp. (2017–2022) and President, Commercial Aftermarket Operations at Pratt & Whitney (2013–2017).

Statements

  • Matthew Bromberg: “Today, I step in as President and CEO of CAE. Ready to lead, ready to elevate. In recent weeks, I’ve already stepped foot into the arena, from engaging at the Paris Air Show to strengthening strategic alliances with partners like KF Aerospace. Through all my interactions, two things are consistently evident: the exceptional calibre of CAE’s people and the undeniable trust the company has earned worldwide. We’ll keep building on our momentum. We’ll keep aiming higher. Safety will remain our compass. It will continue to guide our decisions, shape our innovations and define how we respond to challenges. Lives depend on our work. Every reflex, every split-second decision is crucial, and CAE will always live in all these moments that matter.”

Source: CAE

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Middle East Low Cost Carrier’s Second Type Rating Scholarship Graduates Complete Training in 2025

Saudi Arabia – Saudi low-cost airline flyadeal has celebrated the graduation of its second group of cadet pilots under the Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services’ new Waed scholarship program. The initiative is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to accelerate national talent development in the aviation sector.

  • The second cohort, similar to the first, consisted of 10 Saudi cadets who completed Airbus A320 type-rated ground and simulator training at Global Training Aviation (GTA) in Madrid, Spain.

  • The three-month training program is part of the Waed scholarship scheme launched in 2023 by the Saudi Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services to boost local pilot recruitment and training.

Statements:

  • “Over the next two years, we have over 150 cadets lined up to participate in the government’s Waed scholarship program. ” said Steven Greenway, Chief Executive Officer of flyadeal.

Source: Steven Greenway (flyadeal)

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Fiji Airways Aviation Academy Hosts Government-Sponsored Trainee Pilots for Airbus Simulator Experience

Nadi, Fiji – Fiji Airways Aviation Academy hosted six trainee pilots from Advanced Aviation Training (AAT), providing them with an introduction to Airbus widebody operations as part of their Fiji Government-funded pilot training.

  • The trainees, recipients of Tertiary Scholarships & Loans Service (TSLS) support, recently achieved their Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) and are training to become airline pilots.

  • Their visit to the academy included Airbus A330 Flight Training Device (FTD) sessions, familiarising them with Airbus flight systems, controls, and standard procedures.

  • The program culminated with time in the Airbus A350 Full Flight Simulator (FFS), offering a high-fidelity, realistic introduction to widebody airline flying.

  • The initiative forms part of Fiji Airways’ wider commitment to developing local aviation talent and supporting the national pilot pipeline.

  • Activities on the day were led by Capt Henry Stephen and First Officer Bryan Nair, with support from TSLS and AAT.

Source: Fiji Airways Aviation Academy
Photo Credit: Fiji Airways Aviation Academy

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Etihad Aviation Training to Engage Future Workforce Strategies at the ICAO Next Generation of Aviation Professionals Global Summit in South Africa

Durban, South Africa – Etihad Aviation Training (EAT) will be represented by Global Sales and Partnerships Manager David Studden at the Third ICAO Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Global Summit, scheduled from 12 to 14 August 2025 at the Durban International Conference Centre.

The summit is co-hosted by ICAO and the South African Civil Aviation Authority under the Department of Transport, with the theme “The Flight Plan for Future Aviation Talent: Innovate, Educate, Inspire – Building the Workforce for the Skies Ahead.”

  • The NGAP Summit is a high‑level global convening of regulators, educators, industry leaders, and youth focusing on strategies to attract, develop, and retain the aviation workforce of tomorrow.

  • Participants will explore global workforce forecasts revealing significant demand: by 2037, ICAO projects needs for over 554,000 pilots, 665,000 maintenance technicians, 922,000 cabin crew, and 106,000 air traffic controllers.

Source: Etihad Aviation Training

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Select Aviation College Honours Top Students with CAE Montréal Visit

Canada – one of the country’s largest flight ttraining organisation’s Select Aviation College recently brought seven outstanding student pilots to CAE’s Montréal facilities as part of its La Sélection program, offering them first-hand exposure to professional-grade flight simulation technology.

  • La Sélection is a biennial tradition at Select Aviation College, recognising top-performing student pilots from February to June 2025 with an honorary plaque and industry-related experiences.

  • Such programs support Select Aviation’s mission to produce airline-ready pilots through not only structured training but also industry immersion.

In 2024 Select Aviation College had announced the program for its student pilots, offering them the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a full-flight simulator (FFS) of an Airbus A330 at CAE’s facilities.

Source: Select Aviation College

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