Market Intelligence: South East Asia

CAE Philippines Holds A320 and ATR72-600 Graduation Ceremony

Clark, Philippines based full flight simulator training center CAE Philippines, a joint venture for Airbus A320 and ATR 72-600 Type-Rating and Recurrency Training, recently held its A320 and ATR72-600 Graduation Ceremony “Wings Against the Wind” for 35 pilots. The event marked the successful completion of a three-month comprehensive training program by the trainees, showcasing the dedication and hard work put in throughout their journey to becoming a pilot-rated on an A320 or ATR72-600.

Gracing this event were special guests from Cebu Pacific Air, Philippines AirAsia, AirSWIFT, and the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP).

Source: CAE Philippines
Photo Credit: CAE Philippines

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer, Textron, Elects Retired General Michael X. Garrett to Board of Directors

Textron Inc. announced that Michael X. Garrett has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023. Garrett is a retired United States Army four-star general with nearly 40 years of service, most recently serving as Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM), the largest command in the U.S. Army, from March 2019 until his retirement in July 2022.

“We are honored to add General Garrett to our Board,” said Textron Chairman and CEO Scott Donnelly. “His extensive experience in the military and deep understanding of training and deploying U.S. military forces will enable our company to better serve our military customers. We are fortunate to have a leader and strategic thinker of such high caliber joining our Board,” Donnelly added.

As FORSCOM Commander, General Garrett led 750,000 combat and support personnel through the COVID-19 pandemic and a shifting global security landscape. His earlier command tours included U.S. Army Central Command for almost four years, during which he was responsible for all Army activity in the Central Command area. Previously, he spent six years leading Army activity in the Middle East, first as Chief of Staff, U.S. Central Command and later as commanding general.

“I am incredibly excited to join the Textron team,” General Garrett said. “Their corporate values of integrity, respect, trust, and pursuit of excellence reflect the ethos I’ve always sought to instill within the Army’s soldiers, families, and teams. I look forward to serving Textron in support of its corporate goals and strong culture.”

General Garrett currently serves as an Executive in Residence for Fayetteville State University, a Distinguished Senior Fellow on National Security at the Middle East Institute, a Senior Mentor at the U.S. Army War College and a director of Semper Fi & America’s Fund.

He is a graduate of Xavier University, and a career Infantryman, paratrooper and Army Ranger. His military decorations include the Distinguished Service and Defense Superior Service medals, and he is a Distinguished Member of the 75th Ranger Regiment.

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and Textron Systems.

Source: Textron Press Release
Photo Credit: Textron

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Airbus Announces Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries for the Month of July 2023

In July 2023, Airbus:

  • Delivered 65 aircraft to 36 customers
    • 5 A220-300
    • 1 A319neo
    • 17 A320neo
    • 31 A321neo
    • 3 A330-900
    • 5 A350-900
    • 3 A350-1000
  • Secured 60 orders
    • 49 A321neo
    • 11 A350900
  • Year to date Airbus has delivered 381 aircraft to 76 customers.

AFM Team Note – kindly contact us for a detailed excel breakdown of orders and deliveries by airline.

Check out last month’s orders and deliveries here.

Source: Airbus
Photo Credit: Airbus (shown as meta image)

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Asian Airline and Flight School Welcome Airbus Team to Training Facility

Singapore Flying College (SFC) and Singapore Airlines welcomed Airbus to the SIA Training Center earlier this week.

“We value our relationship with Airbus and are excited to continue these conversations and collaborations into the future,” shared SFC.

Source: Singapore Flying College
Photo Credit: Singapore Flying College

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Simulator Manufacturer, Simnest Aviation, Debuts to the Asian Market at APATS

After eight years of outstanding success in Europe, Simnest Aviation is expanding its operations to the Asia Pacific region. The first stop will be the APATS, the largest aviation training event in the region, being held in August in Singapore.

After shifting the focus of the successful company, which fostered and supported independent R&D projects, solely to FSTD development and manufacturing in 2015, with FNPT II APS MCC simulators, based on the Airbus A320 aircraft, Simnest Aviation has quickly become a well-known player in the European pilot training market.

“Thanks to the excellent value for money of our tools, their simple, technician-free operation and, last but not least, its realistic A320 environment and behavior, we have since installed a total of sixteen certified simulators in six countries across Europe,” said Simnest. Our products are now renowned not only in Europe, but also on other continents of the world, with the result that we are receiving more and more enquiries from the Asia Pacific region.

In response to market needs and to ensure the continued growth of the company, Simnest Aviation is expanding its activities to the Asian market. Simnest’s first in-person presentation in Asia will take place at the largest aviation training event in the region, APATS in Singapore at the end of August. At their stand 207 at APATS, Simnest will be showcasing their flagship product, the Airbus A320 FNPT II APS MCC simulator, as well as its “little brother”, their brand-new product, the Airbus A320 Lite AATD.

From a pilot training perspective, one of the biggest advantages of the FNPT II APS MCC simulator is that it is suited for APS MCC training, which provides cadets with most of the knowledge and competencies that airlines are looking for in their candidates. While the AATD device offers the same airliner environment at a much more affordable price, without an enclosed cockpit and instructor’s box and with an ultra-wide or two smaller displays instead of the high-definition laser projectors and the hi-gain white screen visual system of the FNPT II APS MCC simulator.

At APATS, Simnest will be presenting both their products in detail, and in addition to the usual delicious coffee and giveaways, Simnest prepares a special surprise for this exhibition: everyone who visits their booth #207 will receive a special discount on products exclusively for APATS participants.

Source: Simnest Aviation Press Release
Photo Credit: Simnest Aviation

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Alpha Aviation Group Sends Off 14 New First Officer-Qualified Pilots

Clark, Philippines based aviation and pilot training group Alpha Aviation Group shared that fourteen (14) pilots who successfully completed Alpha Aviation Group’s A320 type rating program were recognized in a send-off ceremony on 29 July 2023. The event marked the culmination of their remarkable journey as pilot trainees, as they prepare to embark on the next phase of their career as first officers.

“A good co-pilot should be a critical thinker, a second decision maker, an excellent communicator and most importantly, a team player,” shares Dennis E. Ortiz, Proprietor and Training Specialist, Learning Curve Training and Development Services, in his remarks as guest of honor and speaker.

In his congratulatory remarks, Capt. Vicente Casibang II, AAG Philippines Accountable Manager, lauded the pilots for their determination and accomplishments. “Today, we honor your achievements and welcome you to the prestigious community of pilots. Fly high, enjoy the journey and allow your love for flying to reach new heights,” he stated.

Meanwhile, Capt. Anthony Tan, AAGP Head of Training, assured the pilots and their families of AAG’s continuous support through their journey as first officers in the aviation industry. “There will be a lot of rejections, failures, and disappointments along the way but do not be discouraged. Continue trying until you succeed. Every rejection, failure and disappointment will make you stronger and more resilient. When you finally succeed, the reward will be enormous and will last you a lifetime,” he said.

Source: Alpha Aviation Group Press Release
Photo Credit: Alpha Aviation Group

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