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CPaT Partners with Wizz Air to Enhance Aviation Training

Houston, Texas, USA – headquartered CPaT Global, the world’s leading provider of distance learning for the airline and aviation industry, announced they have been awarded a new contract with Wizz Air. CPaT will be providing Wizz Air with their Airbus A320 family of Aircraft Systems courses and robust library of General Subjects for their pilot training programs. In addition, Wizz Air will leverage CPaT’s Cabin Crew Training Suite, including Aircraft Systems for Cabin Crew, Cabin Crew Safety and General Subjects, and 3D Cabins. The airline will further benefit from CPaT Invent, a content design platform, which will enable them to easily tailor and update their courses as needed.

“This partnership with Wizz Air highlights our commitment to delivering high-quality aviation training solutions to leading airlines across Europe,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales. “By enhancing training for both pilots and cabin crew, we’re helping Wizz Air further improve their training programs and ensure their teams are equipped for continued success.”

“We have selected CPaT as our new strategic partner to source e-learning content deployed on our Training Management System to further enhance the knowledge competency of our Flight and Cabin Crew,” said Petros Souppouris, Head of Group Training at Wizz Air. “We train 7000 pilots and cabin crew annually, most of them belonging to a digitally native generation, and continue adopting and testing new technologies to meet their expectations. We appreciate the well-established market leadership of CPaT, the large variety of courses offered, and their flexible approach to our training policies.”

About Wizz Air
Wizz Air operates a fleet of 225 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft. A team of dedicated aviation professionals delivers superior service and very low fares, making Wizz Air the preferred choice of 62 million passengers in the Financial Year 2024, ending 31 March 2024. Wizz Air is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker WIZZ. The company was recently named one of the world’s top five safest airlines by airlineratings.com, the world’s only safety and product rating agency, and named Airline of the Year by Air Transport Awards in 2019 and in 2023. Wizz Air has also been recognised as the “Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline” in 2021-2024 and “Best Airline for Carbon Reduction” by World Finance Sustainability Awards in 2024. Wizz Air also received “EMEA’s Environmental Sustainability Airline Group of the Year” by the CAPA-Centre for Aviation Awards for Excellence 2024.

Source: CPaT
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Boeing Appoints Numerous Individuals in Cultural Transformation Drive

USA – Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg has appointed Ann Schmidt as Chief Communications and Brand Officer, continuing a wave of leadership changes aimed at revitalizing the company’s culture. Schmidt, previously the interim head of communications, takes over following Brian Besanceney’s retirement on October 1.

Other Leadership Changes:

  • Chief Information Officer Susan Doniz has departed, with Dennis Eng serving as interim CIO.
  • Ted Colbert, head of Boeing Defense, Space & Security, departed in September, with COO Steve Parker stepping in as interim leader.
  • Elizabeth Lund, Senior VP of Quality for Commercial Airplanes, is retiring and will be replaced by Doug Ackerman

Boeing’s Cultural Shift

In October, Ortberg acknowledged Boeing’s challenges during a call with investment analysts, stating that the company requires a fundamental cultural transformation.

Source: Boeing and Media Reporting

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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – Simnest Aviation

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Balázs Herendi – CEO of Simnest Aviation – a simulator manufacturer based in Hungary, focused on designing and manufacturing professional FSTDs.

The conversation covers:

  • Company Evolution and Achievements: Simnest Aviation, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Hungary, specializes in designing and manufacturing professional flight simulation training devices (FSTDs). The company has installed multiple simulators globally, achieving milestones such as introducing the first APS MCC training in Romania.
  • Collaborations and Strategic Partnerships: Simnest collaborates with key customers like the Danish Center Air Pilot Academy, Portuguese International Flight Academy, Norwegian Redflight Aviation, fostering long-term partnerships. It recently expanded its global footprint by partnering with Avion as its exclusive sales and service partner for the APAC region, aiming for broader international growth.
  • Innovative Training Solutions: The company integrates its expertise with the Simnest Pilot Academy to enhance understanding of ATO operations. Simnest devices are designed to optimize pilot training by offering cost-effective, high-fidelity, type-representative fixed-base simulators suitable for APS MCC and MPL programs.
  • Industry Trends and Challenges: Balázs highlighted trends such as increased reliance on type-representative devices, the growing adoption of APS MCC courses, and the use of AI, VR, and simulated ATC environments. He emphasized the industry’s challenge of balancing pilot demand with maintaining training quality amid a global pilot shortage.
  • Commitment to Safety: Simnest Aviation prioritizes safety by providing realistic training environments for cadets transitioning to jet-based aircraft. It also supports customers with end-to-end services, from device manufacturing to certification and operational documentation, offering a seamless experience for flight training organizations.

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Digital Aviation Publisher, Padpilot, Receives Investment by Rose Street Partners

United Kingdom – Investment firm Rose Street Partners has announced its third investment of 2024, investing into Padpilot, a leading provider of digital aviation training content. Padpilot, recognized for its innovative and high-quality materials, has established itself as a prominent player in the European market and is now expanding globally.

Rose Street Partners will support Padpilot’s long-term growth ambitions while maintaining the company’s culture of quality and innovation.

Statements

  • Dan Skyte, Founder and CEO of Rose Street Partners, commented: “Padpilot is a truly unique business, committed to proving the best aviation training content in the world. Padpilot’s relentless focus on quality and innovation has driven extraordinary levels of growth, and we look forward to working with Nathan, Cristina, Katharine, and the rest of the team in continuing this trajectory for many years to come.Huge thank you to founders Graham & Jill Cownie for being a pleasure to work with, and for placing their trust in Rose Street to support the remarkable company that they have built.“

Source: Rose Street Partners

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer HAVELSAN’s Highlights Collaboration with FFS Training Center to Achieve Record RFT

Antalya, Turkey – Full flight simulator manufacturer HAVELSAN has highlighted the successful operation of its new HAVELSAN manufactured Airbus A320 ceo/neo full flight simulator at the IFTC Antalya training center. The device with three engine options achieved a record time from initial installation to becoming ready for training due to a seamless collaboration between the IFTC and HAVELSAN teams.

“We are proud to announce the successful installation and commissioning of our Airbus A320 CEO/NEO Full Flight Simulator (FFS) for the IFTC (International Flight Training Center). Ready for Training (RFT) in record time, our simulator has been operating at full capacity, meeting the intensive training needs of pilot candidates with high operational efficiency. With three engine options, cutting-edge technology, and a user-friendly interface, the A320 CEO/NEO FFS has earned exceptional praise from users and added significant value to IFTC’s training programs.

We extend our gratitude to IFTC for their collaboration, which contributed to the development of the Turkish aviation sector and strengthened HAVELSAN’s global reputation.” shared HAVELSAN.

HAVELSAN has shared a timelapse of the installation found here.

Source: HAVELSAN
Photo Credit: HAVELSAN

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer ALSIM Completes Device Factory Acceptance Test for 3 Units with UK University Client

France – ALSIM, a leading manufacturer of flight training devices, hosted a team from the University of Hertfordshire for the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) of three new AL250 flight simulators. The delivery of these simulators marks a significant step in expanding the university’s pilot training capacity and educational offerings. The FAT took place at ALSIM’s facility in Nantes, showcasing the quality and capabilities of the AL250 devices. The AL250 simulators are designed for training across various pilot licensing levels, offering a highly versatile and cost-effective solution. The University of Hertfordshire will integrate these simulators into its aviation program to further enhance student training and align with industry standards.

Source: ALSIM
Photo Credit; ALSIM

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Global Aviation Training Group Airways Aviation Achieves Gold Service Center Status for Diamond Aircraft

Montpellier, France – Airways Aviation France announces its recognition as a ‘Gold’ Service Center for Diamond Aircraft. This signifies a new milestone in the company’s history and is now live on Diamond Aircraft’s official website, diamondaircraft.com underscoring the exceptional standards of maintenance, service and operational excellence that Airways Aviation consistently delivers.

As one of the largest and rapidly growing Diamond Aircraft operators globally, Airways Aviation has cemented its reputation as a trusted partner and leading operator. With the recent inclusion of Italy along with its Australian maintenance and service activities, the company currently ranks a close 2nd worldwide in terms of hours flown with Diamond Aircraft. Airways Aviation is forecasting an ambitious 35% growth in flight hours for 2025 as new Diamond Aircraft acquisitions and new service centres come online.

Speaking on the announcement, Romy Hawatt, Founder and Chairman of the Airways Aviation Group said: “Achieving Gold Diamond Aircraft Service Center status is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of our brilliant European team headed by Mauro Calvano and crucially supported by Alex Alves and Lila Attal. A special recognition should also go out to our brilliant maintenance team headed by the dynamic Jose’ Costa. Diamond Aircraft has been an integral and an ongoing part of our journey and this recognition only fuels our commitment to setting new benchmarks in the industry. As we look to 2025, we are excited to explore new opportunities with Diamond Aircraft and expand our Gold Service Center status across Europe and Australia.”

Adding to the significance of the milestone, Mr Frank Zhang, CEO of Diamond Aircraft, said: “Airways Aviation has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Their growth trajectory and dedication to quality have been consistent over time and align perfectly with the values and ethos of Diamond Aircraft. We are proud to recognise Airways Aviation as a Gold Service Center and look forward to seeing their continued expansion and success in the coming years. Both Diamond Aircraft and Airways Aviation are committed to innovation, quality and collaboration in aviation excellence and this remarkable growth and dedication have been recognised by Diamond Aircraft, ever strengthening the relationship between the two organisations.”

A Partnership for the Future

The partnership between Airways Aviation and Diamond Aircraft continues to thrive, with negotiations underway to significantly expand the Airways Aviation Groups Diamond Aircraft training fleet and extend the Gold Service Center recognition to other locations across Europe and Australia. This expansion will further enhance service accessibility for Diamond Aircraft operators and reinforce both Diamond and Airways reputation as a leaders in the aviation industry and together make 2025 a golden year of innovation, excellence and growth.

About Airways Aviation
Airways Aviation is a leading global aviation education and training company, renowned for its extensive fleets, high-quality training and commitment to operational excellence serving aspiring pilots and aviation professionals worldwide.

About Diamond Aircraft
Diamond Aircraft is a world-class manufacturer of high-performance, fuel-efficient, and environmentally friendly aircraft. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and quality, Diamond Aircraft is a trusted name in the aviation industry.

Source: Airways Aviation