Shelbyville, Indiana, USA – Jeff Air Pilot Services, a family-owned flight school, has partnered with aviation-focused lender Stratus Financial to provide financing options for aspiring and current pilot trainees.
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United Kingdom – Aviation theory content provider Padpilot has expanded its in-house design team to five members, strengthening its capability to produce visually engaging and pedagogically effective resources for Approved Training Organisations (ATOs) and student pilots.
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Sardinia, Italy – Aircraft manufacturer and simulation technology provider Grob Aircraft SE is showcasing its Virtual Reality (VR) Simulator at the Military Flight Training (MFT) Sardinia Conference, scheduled from 31 March to 2 April 2025. The event, taking place at Forte Village Resort in Sardinia, will gather global military aviation training professionals to discuss emerging technologies and capabilities.
Grob Aircraft SE will present its advanced VR Simulator designed to replicate the complexities of modern military operations, including fixed-wing and fifth-generation fighter scenarios.
The VR system is positioned as a high-fidelity training tool that bridges theoretical instruction with practical application, aimed at improving safety, operational readiness, and training efficiency.
The technology supports a wide range of mission types, including fast-jet training and multi-role mission planning.
About Grob Aircraft SE
Grob Aircraft SE, headquartered in Tussenhausen-Mattsies, Germany, specializes in the design and production of training aircraft and simulation systems. The company serves global military and civil aviation sectors with a focus on innovation and flight training performance.
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Czech Republic – Czech-based aviation training organisation and full flight simulator training center Czech Aviation Training Centre (CATC) has partnered with FMS training solution provider Heading365 to implement the A320 FMS Trainer PRO as part of its pilot training curriculum. The new training solution is set to be deployed in March 2025.
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Global – Today, L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions (CAS) will be known as Acron Aviation to reflect its new brand. The new name is adapted from the Greek word άkron which means peak, or highest point and aptly symbolizes the ambition and mission the company has for the future.
Located in the UK, US, Thailand and India, Acron Aviation continues the mission that embodies its enterprising spirit: innovate to create safer skies. Drawing on its rich heritage, Acron Aviation aims to establish itself as an unconventional, top tier, partner of choice for our customers in avionics, airline training solutions, and flight data intelligence. With its integrated portfolio of products, services, and aftermarket solutions the company supports the entire life cycle of a platform, offering flexible solutions to meet diverse customer needs.
As Acron Aviation, the company is ideally positioned to serve its fixed-wing and rotary customers in the commercial, business jet, military and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) markets and proactively offer data-led solutions to top-tier and forward-thinking aviation customers who recognise our value.
Alan Crawford, Chief Executive Officer, Acron Aviation says: “Since our inception, we’ve been at the forefront of aviation excellence, from pioneering the first flight simulator in the 1920s to delivering top-tier avionics technology. As we embark on this new exciting chapter, our identity will be founded on a culture of continuous innovation and guided by our core values of putting our customers first, moving fast, owning our actions, and speaking candidly – to power our mission of better, safer flight for operators and their customers.”
Effective today, L3Harris CAS will become Acron Aviation bringing together a team of forward-thinking aviation colleagues and experts committed to future growth with all websites, premises, and products adopting the Acron Aviation brand.
Source: Acron Aviation
France – Aircraft manufacturer Airbus has outlined early plans for a next-generation aircraft that will replace its A320neo family within 10 to 15 years, aiming for significant gains in fuel efficiency and sustainability. While specifics remain under wraps, the new design is expected to be 20–30% more efficient than current models, with a strong focus on emerging technologies and scalable production.
A “Wing of Tomorrow” prototype featuring lightweight folding composite wings.
Broader use of robotic assembly and advanced plastic composites.
About Airbus
Airbus is a global aerospace corporation headquartered in Toulouse, France. The company designs, manufactures, and delivers commercial aircraft, helicopters, military transports, satellites, and launch vehicles. It is currently the world’s largest commercial aircraft manufacturer.
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