Market Intelligence: South East Asia

Malaysia Airlines’s MAB Academy Awarded 3 Year Certificate of Approval – Effective March 2025

Malaysia – MAB Academy, the training arm of Malaysia Aviation Group, has been awarded a three-year Certificate of Approval (COA) by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), effective from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2028. This certification reaffirms MAB Academy’s status as an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) and reflects CAAM’s confidence in the academy’s processes, quality, and operational standards.

“ It’s a significant step towards our MABA 2030 vision of becoming a leading regional aviation training centre of excellence.” shared MAB Academy.

Source: MAB Academy

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Airbus Announces Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries for the Month of February 2025

In February 2025, aircraft manufacturer Airbus:

  • Delivered 40 aircraft to 25 customers
    • 4 A220-300
    • 1 A319neo
    • 12 A320neo
    • 20 A321neo
    • 2 A330-900
    • 1 A350-900
  • Secured 14 orders
    • 14 A321neo
  • Year to date Airbus has delivered 65 aircraft to 34 customers.

In January 2025, Airbus reported 25 aircraft deliveries and 55 aircraft orders.

See last year’s stats here.

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Source: Airbus
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Centre for Mindfulness and Malaysia’s AATA Launch Mindfulness-Based Pilot Training Program

Singapore – The Centre for Mindfulness (CFM) has partnered with Malaysian flight training organisation Asia Aeronautical Training Academy (AATA) to introduce the Calm in Command program, a mindfulness-informed pilot competency development initiative aimed at enhancing non-technical pilot skills.

  • Calm in Command integrates mindfulness training with pilot competency development to help cadet pilots improve clarity, composure, and confidence in high-pressure situations.
  • The program, developed by Albert Tiong (CMT-P) and Cyrano Latiff, focuses on enhancing situation awareness, a critical factor in aviation safety and decision-making.
  • AATA instructors will also receive training, enabling the academy to integrate competency-based training and assessment (CBTA) into its curriculum.
  • The initiative addresses a gap in flight training, where technical skills are prioritized over structured non-technical competency development.
  • Mindfulness practices in aviation can help pilots manage emotions, recognize environmental cues, and improve decision-making under pressure.
  • With Evidence-Based Training (EBT) now emphasizing core pilot competencies in airlines, Calm in Command aims to better prepare cadets for assessments and long-term success in aviation careers.

Source: Centre for Mindfulness
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BAA Training CEO Highlights Large Number of Regulatory Approvals for Vietnam Training Center

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – based full flight simualtor training center BAA Training Vietnam, a branch of global pilot training group BAA Training and a member of Avia Solutions Group, has over the years obtained approval’s of a large number of regional regulatory bodies including:

  • CAA of Vietnam
  • CAA of Malaysia
  • SSCA (Cambodia)
  • CAA of Mongolia
  • DCA of Laos
  • MOLIT (South Korea)
  • CAA of Thailand
  • CAA of Nepal
  • DCA of Brunei

“For airlines in these regions, this means access to top-tier TypeRating training for B737 NG and A320 types. This training, along with simulator leasing, recurrent training, and other tailored pilot training solutions, is designed to help you build strong, skilled flight crews, improve safety, and enhance operational efficiency. MPL training is also being performed in Ho Chi Minh city.” shared BAA Training’s CEO Marijus Ravoitis.

BAA Training Vietnam operates two Airbus A320 and one Boeing B737NG full flight simulator.

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Aviation Distance Learning Provider, CPaT, Announces New Contract with the Flag Carrier of Laos, Lao Airlines

Houston, Texas USA – CPaT Global, the world’s leading provider of distance learning for the airline and aviation industry, announced a new training agreement with Lao Airlines. Under this contract, CPaT will provide both Pilot Training and Cabin Crew Training courseware to support Lao Airlines’ training needs. For pilots, CPaT will deliver Aircraft Systems courses for the Airbus A320En, ATR 72-500, and ATR 72-600, along with the full Aircraft Procedure Suite for each fleet. For cabin crew members, CPaT will provide Aircraft Systems for Cabin Crew, as well as the 3D Cabin Trainer for the Airbus A320, ATR 72-500, and ATR 72-600.

“CPaT is proud to support Lao Airlines with our comprehensive Pilot and Cabin Crew Training solutions,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales. “By delivering in-depth Aircraft Systems and Procedures training, along with immersive tools like our 3D Cabin Trainer, we are equipping their pilots and cabin crew across a variety of fleets with the knowledge and skills needed to operate safely and effectively.”

Lao Airlines is based out of Lao People’s Democratic Republic.

About CPaT
CPaT Global, LLC (CPaT) is the market leader in distance learning for the aviation industry. CPaT delivers software-as-a-service applications to more than 400 global aviation customers, serving 100,000+ individual training users each year. CPaT pioneered the use of distance learning in aviation training 30 years ago and has built on that legacy to offer new and imaginative training solutions that are practical, forward-looking, and invaluable. CPaT transforms aviation instruction by providing smart training solutions, with in-depth content and interactive courseware spanning aircraft systems, general subjects, and operational procedures.

About Lao Airlines
Lao Airlines State Enterprise is the national airline of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. The airline is fully owned by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) and has its registered office at Wattay International Airport, Souphanouvong Avenue, P.O. Box 6441, Vientiane, Lao PDR. Founded in 1976 as the national carrier of the newly established Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Lao Airlines was originally known as the Civil Aviation Company and was formed from the merger of existing airlines: Royal Air Lao and Lao Air Lines. The Lao national carrier initially started life with a mixed fleet of Western aircraft, including the Douglas DC-3 and DC-4, operating on international and domestic routes, as well as a fleet of helicopters enabling access to the more remote regions.

Recently Lao Airlines added routes in 2024 include Vientiane to Phnom Penh as well as Savannakhet to Bangkok. New routes are planned for the future, including within ASEAN as well as to Hong Kong, Taiwan and Japan. Domestically, flights to the Northern province of Bokeo are planned. Lao Airlines also has interlined and codeshare partnerships with over 30 airlines globally.

Source: CPaT
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Aviation Distance Learning Provider, CPaT, Expands Reach in Indonesia with TransNusa Partnership

Houston, Texas, USA – CPaT Global, the world’s leading provider of distance learning for the airline and aviation industry, along with its representative in Indonesia, PT. Mitra Aviasi Perkasa, announced they have been awarded a new contract with TransNusa, based out of Jakarta, Indonesia. Under this agreement, CPaT will provide TransNusa with customized Aircraft Systems courses for their Airbus A320 Enhanced fleet, along with their FMS Skills Trainer. In addition to pilot training materials, CPaT will deliver a comprehensive range of Cabin Crew Training products, including Aircraft Systems for Cabin Crew for the A320, Cabin Crew Safety and General Subject Courses, and 3D Cabin Trainers.

TransNusa will also leverage CPaT Invent, which will empower them to create and modify content tailored to their specific training requirements.

“We are thrilled to partner with TransNusa, further expanding CPaT’s presence in Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales. “By providing TransNusa with our comprehensive Pilot and Cabin Crew Training Suites and CPaT Invent, we are confident that this collaboration will enhance their training capabilities as they continue to relaunch operations.”

TransNusa commented, “We are thrilled to embark on this new chapter with CPaT. We’re confident that its cutting-edge distance learning solutions will significantly enhance our training programs and empower our crew. We look forward to a successful and fruitful collaboration.”

About CPaT
CPaT Global, LLC (CPaT) is the market leader in distance learning for the aviation industry. CPaT delivers software-as-a-service applications to more than 350 global aviation customers, serving 100,000+ individual training users each year. CPaT pioneered the use of distance learning in aviation training 30 years ago and has built on that legacy to offer new and imaginative training solutions that are practical, forward-looking, and invaluable. CPaT transforms aviation instruction by providing smart training solutions, with in-depth content and interactive courseware spanning aircraft systems, general subjects, and operational procedures.

About TransNusa
TransNusa is an airline headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. It was launched in August 2005, serving various destinations from Kupang, Timor, using aircraft chartered from Pelita Air and Trigana Air Service. In August 2011, TransNusa received its own air operator’s certificate (AOC) and scheduled commercial airline permit, operating as a regional carrier. The airline relaunched in 2022 after briefly ceasing operations in 2020 because of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Due to a change in strategy, the airline has been aligning itself closer with a full-service carrier.

Source: CPaT
Photo Credit: CPaT

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