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South Africa-based Pilot Training Organization Alt Academy Unveils Operational New Airbus A320 CEO/NEO Full Flight Simulator in 2025

South Africa – Alt Academy has officially launched its new Airbus A320 CEO/NEO Full Flight Simulator marking a major milestone in its advanced pilot training capabilities.

  • The state-of-the-art simulator is now fully assembled and operational, offering full-type training capability on both Airbus A320 CEO and NEO variants.

  • This development allows Alt Academy to expand its offerings across A320 type ratings, recurrent training, and airline readiness programmes under South African CAA guidelines.

Alt. Academy is a South African aviation training institution and full flight simulator training center. The Academy offers many accredited programs ranging from Airline pilot training for Boeing and Airbus, Cabin Crew licensing to National Certificates and short courses.

Last month Alt. Academy announced its expansion into abinitio flight training – learn more here.

Source: Alt Academy
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Full Flight Simulator Manufacturer and Operator Avion Hosts Dutch Delegation at Mumbai Flight Training Centre – 2 A320s Installed

India – Avion Group recently hosted a high-level Dutch government delegation at its Avion Flight Training Centre in Mumbai, showcasing two installed Airbus A320 full flight simulators.

  • The delegation was led by Robert Tieman, Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management of the Netherlands.
  • Key delegates included Ambassador Marisa Gerards, Deputy Director-General of Aviation Brigit Gijsbers, and Consul General Nabil Taouati.
  • Discussions centered around innovation in flight simulation, sustainable training solutions, and opportunities for Indo-Dutch cooperation in aviation education.

Avion supports Gen24 FLYBIZ in Mumbai, operating:

  • Two Avion Level D A320neo Full Flight Simulators.

  • One Simnest A320 FNPT II APS MCC device.

Source: Avion
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Reiser Simulation and Training and NLR Partner to Provide H225M Caracal Helicopter Training Media for the RNLAF

Netherlands – Reiser Simulation and Training GmbH and the Royal NLR – Netherlands Aerospace Centre have announced a strategic partnership to develop and deliver high-fidelity H225M Caracal helicopter tactical training devices for the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF), with Reiser serving as the prime contractor. The collaboration combines Reiser’s expertise in advanced helicopter simulation with NLR’s capabilities in mission-level synthetic environments.

  • The agreement focuses on developing tactical training media tailored to the operational requirements of the RNLAF’s future H225M Caracal fleet, supporting both aircrew and ground-crew training needs.

  • The training solution is expected to feature fully networked, immersive simulation systems, enhancing mission-readiness through realistic tactical scenarios and interoperable training environments.

  • Sustainment and long-term support activities will increasingly be conducted within the Netherlands, ensuring local engineering involvement, operational continuity, and national oversight throughout the lifecycle of the training systems.

Statements

  • “Reiser is proud to partner with NLR to support the RNLAF,” says Dr. Johannes Hain, CEO of Reiser Simulation and Training. “This potential project reflects our shared commitment to deliver cutting-edge training solutions that combine operational realism, precision, and adaptability.”
  • Mark van Venrooij, Vice President Aerospace Systems at NLR says “Together, we are ready to deliver highly realistic and reliable mission training solutions, ensuring crews are fully prepared for complex missions.”

Source: Reiser Simulation and Training
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CAE Signs Agreement with Saab for GlobalEye Training Platforms

Global – CAE and Saab have signed a worldwide cooperation agreement that positions CAE as Saab’s preferred training and simulation supplier for its GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) platform and selected Saab programmes. The agreement also includes a Canada-specific partnership to jointly pursue Canada’s AEW&C requirement, signalling a significant expansion of AEW&C training capability anchored in the Canadian defence-industrial ecosystem.

  • Under the global agreement, CAE will develop and deliver simulation-based training solutions for Saab’s international GlobalEye campaigns and other AEW&C platforms.

  • CAE’s contribution includes flight training devices, integrated mission-training platforms, and a digital training ecosystem replicating real-world operational complexity for aircrew, mission specialists, and technicians.

  • Saab highlighted that CAE’s involvement will support long-term operational readiness for GlobalEye users worldwide as demand for advanced AEW&C capability accelerates.

  • The partnership leverages CAE’s extensive training-centre network to deliver pilot and maintenance training, reinforcing mission competency across AEW&C fleets globally.

Statements

  • “The agreement between Saab and CAE sets the stage for a global AEW&C training franchise anchored in Canada… Today’s announcement responds to an evolving geopolitical landscape that demands stronger, integrated partnerships.” Matt Bromberg, President & CEO, CAE

  • “This partnership strengthens our commitment to GlobalEye customers and reinforces our strategy to deliver world-leading airborne early warning capabilities with best-in-class training.” Micael Johansson, President & CEO, Saab

Source: CAE

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Simaero Offers Airline Assessment Preparation Training at Global Simulator Centres

Global – Simaero, a global operator of full-flight simulator pilot training centers, has highlighted its Airline Assessment Preparation offering, designed to support newly qualified and current pilots preparing for airline assessment processes. The program is structured to help candidates apply their technical skills and core competencies under assessment conditions, a key requirement for airline selection and type-rated pilot hiring.

  • Pilots train in a full-flight simulator, allowing them to rehearse airline-style assessment profiles in a realistic and high-fidelity environment.

  • Sessions are conducted one-on-one with an instructor, providing tailored feedback and targeted improvement areas specific to each pilot’s performance.

  • Training includes real-world airline assessment scenarios, helping pilots build confidence, situational awareness and competency-based behaviours expected by operators.

  • The service is aimed at pilots who have recently completed type ratings as well as those seeking a structured refresher before interview or simulator evaluations.

Source: Simaero

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