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Saudia Academy Completes Factory Acceptance of 3 Flight Flat Panel Trainers

Jeddah, Saudia Arabia based aviation training group and full flight simulator training center Saudia Academy’s team visited simulator manufacturer L3Harris Commercial Aviation’s facility in Burnsville, Minnesota, United States to see the  progress on their three brand new, high spec, Flat Panel Training devices.

Source: L3Harris Commercial Aviation
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Skyborne Airline Academy Invests Again In ALSIM’S 42 Flight Simulator

France based flight simulator manufacturer ALSIM is extremely proud to announce that Skyborne Airline Academy has placed their second acquisition of an ALSIM AL42 simulator. The simulator will be delivered to their facility in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom.

The AL42 is an exact replica of the Diamond DA42, constructed using genuine aircraft components and equipped with the latest real-world Garmin G1000 avionics suite. It also features the latest-generation visual system, GFC 700 autopilot, and PBN/LPV capabilities.

Ian Cooper, Chief Operating Officer at Skyborne, explains the reason for his choice: “We have chosen the ALSIM AL42 simulator because we trust the brand and have a strong relationship with ALSIM. This device aligns with our airline training philosophy, focusing on high-quality, relevant airline training.”

Anna Lezoray, ALSIM Sales Account Manager, adds: “Our customers are our priority! We are proud when an existing customer renews his trust in our products and company. We have been working with Skyborne since their creation back in 2017 and are thrilled to continue accompany them in their further, even more successful development”.

Source: Skyborne Airline Academy
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Flight Simulator Manufacturer ALSIM Visits Scottish Flight School to Discuss 2 Additional Devices for 2024

Scottish flight school ACS Aviation Limited welcomed Anna Lezoray and Alice-Anne Bonneau from France headquartered flight simulator manufacturer ALSIM to Perth Airport to discuss its growth strategy which includes adding two further simulators that will be online to meet the increased demand for flight training in 2024.

For more information on ALSIM flight training devices check out the ALSIM AFM Supplier Profile.

Source: ACS Aviation Limited

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Hamburg Commercial Bank Expands Business Activities to Include Aviation Finance

Hamburg Commercial Bank (HCOB) is continuing its successful diversification strategy by expanding its business model to include a new Aviation Finance division. The new business will complement the Bank’s existing financing activities in the asset classes of real estate, shipping, project finance and corporate business.

Richard Moody, an industry specialist with extensive structured finance and capital markets experience, has been recruited as Managing Director and Global Head Aviation to establish and build the new business. He joins HCOB from Cranfield Aerospace Solutions where he was Chief Investment Officer. Prior to this, Richard was at Deutsche Bank for 15 years where he held a number of senior leadership roles in transportation and infrastructure financing, most recently as Global Head of Transportation Finance and Chair of the Global Transportation Finance Investment Committee. He joined Deutsche Bank from RBC Capital Markets where he was Head of Transportation Infrastructure financing.

“Global aviation finance is an excellent addition to our diversified business strategy and in Richard we have an extremely experienced professional, with strong leadership and deep industry knowledge who will successfully and prudently build this business,” said Christopher Brody, Chief Investment Officer of Hamburg Commercial Bank. “HCOB is a commercial bank focused on niches and broadly positioned in terms of asset classes and regions. We have a long history of providing financing in the commercial real estate, shipping, renewable energy, and infrastructure sectors which gives us a high level of competence and experience in asset-based finance.”

“I very much look forward to my new role at HCOB and building a best-in-class aviation finance business. As the industry continues its post COVID recovery and with global decarbonization also a major investment theme, there is a need to support the broader aviation industry with thoughtful and committed capital,” said Richard Moody.

HCOB will provide financing to support lessors and airlines with structured asset backed solutions and will also finance the broader aviation eco-system including flight training, slots, gates,maintenance facilities, and aviation supply chains. The bank will also selectively invest in capital market products. The new aviation business will be considered within the bank’s overall sustainability approach.

About Hamburg Commercial Bank

Hamburg Commercial Bank AG (HCOB) is a private commercial bank headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. HCOB offers its clients a high level of structuring expertise in real estate financing and has a strong market position in international shipping. The bank is one of the pioneers in the pan-European project financing of renewable energies and digital infrastructure. HCOB offers individual solutions for the global aviation sector as well as for German and international corporate clients. Reliable and timely payment products as well as other trade finance solutions also support the need of the bank’s customers. HCOB is aligning its activities with established ESG criteria.

Source: Hamburg Commercial Bank
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One of Europe’s Largest Flight School’s, Sevenair Academy, Announces Partnership with Flight School Forecasting Solution Provider Aeroplanned

Sevenair Academy is thrilled to announce their latest partnership with Aeroplanned, an innovative cloud-based platform created for the flight training industry.

As one of the leading flight training schools in Europe, Sevenair is committed to meeting the growing demand for skilled pilots, and with all the complexities that come with running a large operation Sevenair has turned to Aeroplanned to provide the planning answers that are so difficult to generate manually.

For Jen (Founder and CEO) and Jacquie (Co-Founder), this partnership is a happy reunion with the Ponte de Sor base. They previously managed the planning for this base during its time under L3Harris ownership. Their familiarity with the operation has made this reconnection a particularly enjoyable experience.

“Here at Aeroplanned, we are delighted and proud to be teaming up with Sevenair Academy as we grow our global customer base. Being a part of their journey is a real honour, and we’re super excited to make a positive impact in the aviation industry together,” said Aeroplanned.

COO, Cpt Salvador Costa Pereira, shared his thoughts, saying, “Aeroplanned’s outstanding software is a game-changer for our flight school. It gives us answers and solutions like never before. There’s nothing else like it on the market, and I’m excited to see how it will improve our operations.”

Salvador also expressed his gratitude for the invaluable insights provided by the Aeroplanned team, saying, “Working with Jenand Jacquie is a pleasure. Their wealth of knowledge in flight training planning is evident, and it’s fantastic to have allies as we continue to strive towards optimal efficiency and excellence.”

Source: Sevenair Academy
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