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Dutch Aviation Trainers Expands Embraer Training Capabilities in 2025

Netherlands – Dutch Aviation Trainers (DAT), an EASA Approved Training Organisation, has received new approval to deliver Type Rating Instructor (TRI) and Synthetic Flight Instructor (SFI) training for Embraer 135/145/Legacy aircraft. The certification also includes authority to conduct Line Training (LT) and Line Flying Under Supervision (LIFUS). “This approval strengthens our position as a specialized training provider in the European aviation sector,” says Paul ten Hof, CEO of Dutch Aviation Trainers. “We look forward to delivering the same high-quality training that our clients have come to expect from DAT.“

In 2024 Dutch Aviation Trainers announced:

  • Addition of Boeing 777 training programs to its offerings
  • Received approval to conduct Type Rating Examiner (TRE) and Synthetic Flight Examiner (SFE) training for the Embraer 170/190 and Embraer 190-E2 series aircraft.

About Dutch Aviation Trainers
Dutch Aviation Trainers (DAT), based in Rotterdam, Netherlands, is an EASA-certified Approved Training Organisation providing pilot and instructor training solutions across multiple aircraft types, with a focus on regional jets and airline operations within Europe.

Source: Dutch Aviation Trainers
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CAE Expands CRJ550 Training Partnership with US-Based GoJet Airlines

United States – Global pilot training and simulator solutions provider CAE has announced an expansion of its training partnership with US-based regional carrier GoJet Airlines. The collaboration, which began in 2019, focuses on CRJ550 training at CAE’s Phoenix training centre and now extends to meet GoJet’s ongoing training demands aligned with its operational growth.

The agreement supports GoJet’s growth strategy by ensuring pilot training capacity and consistency.

About GoJet Airlines
GoJet Airlines is a US-based regional airline headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Operating as a United Express carrier, it exclusively flies the Bombardier CRJ550, supporting United Airlines’ regional network.

Source: CAE
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USA’s FFS Training Center Pan Am Flight Academy Expands Training Capabilities with Upgraded B767-300ER Full Flight Simulator Addition

Miami, Florida, USA – Pan Am Flight Academy, an Acorn Company, announces the acquisition and installation of a state-of-the-art Boeing 767-300ER Level “D” Full-Flight Simulator, further expanding its widebody training capacity. The simulator is now located at the Academy’s Axis Park Campus in Miami and is scheduled to be ready-for-training by July 2025.

Outfitted with GE engines, TCAS 7.0, EGPWS, and Upset Recovery Training (UPRT Dir 2) capabilities, the B767-300ER simulator is being upgraded with the RSI XT6 Image Generator, high-resolution Norxe P10 projectors, a new back projection screen, and a complete mylar mirror replacement, delivering high-quality simulation tools and ensuring dependable performance.

With this addition, Pan Am will operate five Boeing 767 full-flight simulators in Miami, reinforcing its position as one of the most comprehensive Boeing training centers in the region.

“These technical upgrades further reinforce our commitment to quality, reliability, and operational excellence,” said Ed Wegel, CEO of Pan Am Flight Academy. “This is yet another example of how we continue to invest in supporting our customers’ global B767 fleet and meeting their pilot training needs.” 

The acquisition supports growing demand from international carriers and commercial operators seeking access to top-tier widebody aircraft training, including type-rating, recurrent training, and simulator leasing.

About Pan Am Flight Academy
Pan Am Flight Academy is a global leader in aviation training, offering one of the largest and most diverse fleets of full-flight simulators in the industry. With more than four decades of experience, Pan Am serves airlines and aviation professionals worldwide.  As the only surviving division of the original Pan American World Airways, the Academy continues its legacy of excellence from its base of operations in Miami, Florida.

About Acorn Capital Management
Acorn Capital Management is a middle-market private equity firm focused exclusively on Aerospace, Defense, Space, and Intelligence. Acorn invests solely in operating companies that strive to enhance global mobility and protect national interests. Acorn has a formidable reputation in the industry and is recognized for its deep understanding of the Aerospace and Defense markets, with proprietary access to the best companies within these sectors. With operational expertise and its ability to lead and manage investments through variable economic and industry cycles, Acorn works in tandem with management to build its portfolio companies into significant market leaders.

Source: Pan Am Flight Academy
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UK Pilot Training Organisation IAGO Flight Training Appoints 2025 Accountable Manager

United Kingdom – IAGO Flight Training has appointed Alex Rattray as its new Accountable Manager for both UK and EASA operations, effective April 7, 2025. Rattray brings extensive operational and regulatory experience to the role, following a distinguished career in aviation.

  • Professional Background of Alex Rattray:

    • UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA): Served as a Flight Operations and Training Inspector, contributing to aviation safety oversight and regulatory compliance.

    • Airline Experience: Over 30 years in the aviation industry, including roles as a B787 Captain and B757/767/777/787 Senior Examiner/Type Rating Instructor/Type Rating Examiner (SE/TRI/TRE).

    • Training Expertise: Extensive experience as an Evidence-Based Training (EBT) Instructor and Assessor, focusing on pilot competency and performance enhancement.

About IAGO Flight Training
 IAGO Flight Training is a UK-based Approved Training Organisation (ATO) specializing in advanced pilot training programs, including Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC), Airline Pilot Standards MCC (APS MCC), and type-specific training. With approvals from both UK and EASA regulatory bodies, IAGO is committed to delivering high-quality training solutions tailored to the needs of airlines and individual pilots.

Source: IAGO Flight Training
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The Spanish Minister of Defense Visits Indra’s New Chinook CH-47F Simulator (Europe’s First)

  • Margarita Robles, and the Secretary of State for Defense, Amparo Valcarce, accompanied by the Executive Chairman of Indra Group, Ángel Escribano, have visited the Helicopter Simulation Center of the Army Aviation Academy, where the new Indra simulator is already installed
  • Equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, It’s the first one to be manufactured in Europe for the Chinook CH-47F, the modernized version of one of the most powerful helicopters
  • Indra and the Army are committed to networked training, with simulators connected via different bases to enable the pilots to prepare for joint missions with the utmost realism

Madrid, Spain – The Spanish Minister of Defense, Margarita Robles, and the Secretary of State for Defense, Amparo Valcarce, accompanied by military authorities and the Executive Chairman of Indra Group, Ángel Escribano, have visited the Helicopter Simulation Center (CESIHEL) of the Army Aviation Academy (ACAVIET), where they visited the Chinook CH-47F helicopter simulator developed by Indra, the first one manufactured in Europe for this version of the aircraft.

The visit took place as part of the delivery of the last unit of the Chinook CH-47F, the modernized version of this helicopter, at the Colmenar Viejo base of the FAMET.

The Army Aviation Academy (ACAVIET) Helicopter Simulation Center (CESIHEL), located at the Colmenar Viejo base, is now training the pilots of Transport Helicopter Battalion V (BHELTRA V) with the Chinook CH-47F helicopter simulator developed by Indra, the first one manufactured in Europe for this version of the aircraft.

This full mission simulator (FMS) rounds off the integrated training system to prepare the BHELTRA V personnel, which, together with the flight training device (FTD) and the computer-based trainer (CBT) previously delivered by the company, covers all of the phases of the personnel training on the platform.

The advantages of the synthetic training include savings of up to 40% of the actual flight hours required to ensure the preparation, instruction and advanced tactical coaching of the crews.

Helicopters are increasingly complex and advanced platforms, which means that pilots require several years of training to acquire the level necessary to conduct a real operation. In this regard, the simulators play a key role in providing the Spanish Armed Forces with the operability they require, as the number of helicopters that can be used during any given mission is determined by the number of available pilots with the required level of training.

In turn, this training increases flight safety and reduces operating and maintenance costs, in terms of upkeep, fuel consumption, material wear and tear and ammunition use.

To develop the simulator, Indra followed the design strategy used in other systems delivered to the Army, using the same avionics equipment as that carried by the aircraft. The above guarantees absolute fidelity during the training and ensures that the future evolutions of the simulators are in keeping with those of the aircraft themselves.

Indra has also employed a HLA standard-based networked simulation architecture, permitting joint tactical training for a mission via several simulators, in such a way that pilots located at different bases flying with other platforms (Tiger, Cougar, EC135 and NH90) can share the scenario in which the joint training is to be conducted.

The system also features a 4LED technology-based projection system that introduces a fourth infra-red light channel to enable the pilots to train for their flights using their own night-vision goggles (NVG), providing improved visual quality. The realism is complemented by the high-definition modeling of terrains, cities and settings, allowing the pilots to familiarize themselves with the environment they will carry out their mission in before they even reach their destination.

“The modernization of the Simulation System of the Chinook helicopter constitutes a further step in the work that the Army and Indra have performed for decades to turn the CESIHEL into one of the most advanced simulation centers in Europe. Spain has opted for joint tactical training consisting of the pilots not only preparing to fly their aircraft, but also completing their missions with the utmost efficiency, coordinating with the rest of the deployed force”, explained José María Tapia, Head of Simulation Programs at Indra.

The Chinook is one of the most powerful transport helicopters in the world, with a 10-ton loading capacity and it can transport dozens of soldiers. This exceptional performance has led numerous countries to invest in its modernization with the aim of extending its service life beyond 2040, given that it’s a key element during material and personnel transport, resupplies, rescues and deployments.

About Indra
Indra is a leading Spanish multinational and one of the foremost global defence, air traffic and space companies that, through technology, protects our current way of life and anticipates the needs of the future. Its committed team of experts, its in-depth knowledge of the business and the latest technologies, and its unique innovation and systems integration capabilities make it the trusted technology partner for key operations and digitalization for its customers around the world. Thanks to its leadership in major European programs and projects, as well as its spirit of collaboration and partnership strategy, it drives the industrial and innovative ecosystem in these sectors. Indra is an Indra Group company which, in the 2024 fiscal year, achieved revenue totaling €4,843 billion, with a local presence in 49 countries and business operations in over 140.

Source: Indra
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Flight Simulator Manufacturer HAVELSAN Ramps Up Airbus Device Output – to Deliver Multiple A320 Devices in 2025

Ankara, Turkiye headquartered flight simulator manufacturer HAVELSAN, has invested significant time and resources to develop state of the art Airbus type specific training devices to support Airbus operators and independent training centers around the world.

In addition to device deliveries to Airbus A320 airline clients, HAVELSAN is proud to be supporting independent pilot training center operators including IFTC and Simaero with one EASA certified A320ceo/neo full flight simulator already in operations at IFTC and the Simaero device being delivered in 2025 to Simaero’s brand new training center in Delhi, India.

In 2024 HAVELSAN announced it would ramp up activities and support for airlines and simulator training centers including the ability to manufacturer up to eight full flight simulators per year as well as work with airlines to support them expanding their simulator training center operations through flexible solutions.

HAVELSAN is especially putting focus on providing industry leading after sales support, discussing with customers long-term cooperation projects and this has been well received by airlines and training centers with HAVELSAN currently having six full flight simulators under construction.

The HAVELSAN team is immensely proud of the impact that its training devices are having on the Airbus operators in Turkiye and is actively working on expanding this impact to airlines and training centers around the globe.

Source: HAVELSAN

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