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Brazilian Airline Adopts Global Pilot Training Solution Provider CAE’s Unified Task Board as South American Launch Customer

São Paulo, Brazil – Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, one of South America’s leading airlines, has partnered with CAE to become the launch customer for the Unified Task Board in the region. This innovative disruption management solution is designed to optimize airline Operations Control Centres (OCCs).

“This innovation promises to be a game changer, boosting productivity and ensuring consistent application of operational rules,” said Felipe Starling, IT Director of Azul.

“Unified Task Board redefines how airlines manage operations, providing a comprehensive view of alerts and recovery scenarios,” commented Pascal Grenier, Division President, CAE Flight Operations Solutions.

Key Benefits of the product include:

  • Integrated, data-driven scenarios for critical decision-making
  • Boosts operational efficiency during time-critical situations
  • Real-time auto-calculation of disruption scenarios
  • User-friendly dashboard for streamlined solutions

Source: CAE
Photo Credit: Azul

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Flame Aviation Installs Advanced Fire Training Simulator at Delta Air Lines in 2024

USA – Flame Aviation, a leading provider of aviation fire training solutions, has successfully installed its V9000 Commander fire trainer at Delta Air Lines. The installation reinforces Delta’s commitment to enhancing the safety training of its personnel.

About Flame Aviation
Flame Aviation, headquartered in the Netherlands, specializes in fire training simulators for airlines and training organizations. Its V9000 Commander™ series is recognized globally for its reliability, realism, and efficiency in cabin safety training.

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Blackshape Aircraft Achieves Early Approval for New European Safety Management System

Monopoli, Italy – Blackshape Aircraft, a manufacturer of advanced light aircraft, has announced the approval of its Safety Management System (SMS), achieving compliance with new European aviation safety standards well ahead of the March 2025 deadline. This development underscores the company’s commitment to proactive risk management and operational excellence.

  • The SMS implementation represents a systematic approach to managing safety, engaging all organizational levels, including Design Organization Approval (DOA) and Production Organization Approval (POA) functions, as well as external stakeholders.
  • The system is designed to identify and mitigate risks, enhancing flight safety and operational reliability.
  • Blackshape views the SMS not only as a regulatory requirement but as a strategic opportunity to optimize processes and foster a culture of safety

Blackshape Aircraft manufacturers the popular training aircraft – Gabriel.

Source: Blackshape
Photo Credit: Blackshape

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Global Pilot Training Solution Provider CAE’s CEO Expands Regional Growth Efforts in the Middle East with Strategic Meetings

Dubai, UAE & Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Marc Parent, CEO of CAE, has concluded a two-week tour in the Middle East, focusing on advancing strategic partnerships and regional growth for CAE’s military and civil aviation training operations. The visit included key engagements in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, highlighting CAE’s contributions to advanced training solutions and regional collaboration.

  • UAE Visit Highlights:
    • Meetings with the UAE Naval Forces leadership in Abu Dhabi to discuss CAE’s multi-phase Naval Training solution.
    • A tour of the Naval Defence and Crisis Training Centre (NDCTC) in Taweelah, featuring purpose-built facilities with whole-ship simulators for various naval classes.
    • Collaboration with CAE Maritime Middle East, including discussions with Mohamed Al Qemzi, Chair of CAE MME, and an all-hands meeting with the regional team.
  • Saudi Arabia Visit Highlights:
    • Meetings with the Public Investment Fund, Royal Saudi Air Force, and CAE Arabia’s joint-venture partner, Mohammed Al Othman, to enhance CAE’s presence in the Kingdom.
    • Productive discussions with Jean-Philippe Linteau, the Canadian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, focused on strengthening bilateral ties and strategic initiatives.

Source: Marc Parent (CAE)

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Airbus Delivers 84 Aircraft in November 2024, Total Deliveries Reach 643 for the Year

Toulouse, France-headquartered aircraft manufacturer Airbus has released its November 2024 order and delivery report, providing insights into its production and market activity. The report highlights key figures for November and year-to-date performance.

  • November 2024 Deliveries: 84 aircraft delivered to 42 customers.
  • November 2024 Gross Orders: 30 new orders.
  • 2024 Deliveries to Date: 643 aircraft delivered to 82 customers.

Cumulative Data (As of November 2024):

  • Total Orders Across All Aircraft Types: 24,537 units, with single-aisle aircraft (e.g., A320 family) dominating at 19,898 orders.
  • Total Deliveries to Date: 15,840 units delivered, with single-aisle aircraft accounting for 12,152.
  • Aircraft in Operation: 14,012 globally, including 11,241 single-aisle aircraft.

Note: The data excludes two A330-900s delivered to Air Belgium via Airbus Financial Services.

Source: Airbus
Photo Credit: Airbus

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Ryan Aerospace Launches Next-Generation Mixed Reality Flight Simulator

Australia – Ryan Aerospace has unveiled the second-generation Immersive Training Device (ITD) for mixed reality flight simulation. The ITD Gen 2 builds on the success of its predecessor, offering enhanced modularity and reconfigurability for tailored pilot training solutions.

  • The ITD Gen 2 features electric actuators for adjustable seats and rudder pedals, ensuring precise alignment with aircraft-specific seating positions and design eye points.
  • Modular components, including side panel pods and the main instrument panel, allow quick reconfiguration between aircraft types such as the T-38, F-16, and F-22.
  • Each module is independently powered, featuring a dedicated USB hub and ethernet switch for streamlined operation.
  • The ITD Gen 2 is already seeing adoption, with the first units configured for T-38 training soon to be delivered to the US Air Force for Fighter Bomber Fundamentals training.

Statement:

  • “Working very closely with Vertex Solutions and other partners in the US, pre-orders have already been taken and we are about to deliver the first of a number of devices in a T-38 configuration to the US Air Force for their Fighter Bomber Fundamentals training course,” said Managing Director Chris Ryan.

About Ryan Aerospace
Established in 2005, Ryan Aerospace specializes in the design, manufacture and through-life support of realistic, robust, accurate and cost-effective helicopter and jet flight simulators for civil, military and emergency applications.

Source: Ryan Aerospace
Photo Credit: Ryan Aerospace

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T’way Air Contracts FTD.aero to Supply a B738 Level 4 Flight Training Device to Korea

Seoul, South Korea – T’way Air, one of the fastest-growing low-cost airlines in Asia, has signed a contract with FTD.aero, a Poland based TDM, for the delivery of a Level 4 FTD, modeled after the B738 aircraft.

The decision to choose FTD.aero came after months of extensive evaluation and rigorous testing of various devices available on the market, including a site visit to FTD.aero. T’way Air, aiming to further enhance the quality of its crew training programs, selected FTD.aero’s training solution as the one that best meets the airline’s requirements.

FTD.aero’s non motion simulators are designed to precisely replicate the cockpits and systems of various simulated aircraft available in the company’s offer. Thanks to the modular design and in-field upgrade capabilities, the T’way Air’s new simulator can be adapted in the future to meet the airline’s evolving needs. This flexibility is particularly significant given T’way Air’s plans for fleet growth and modernization in the coming years, ensuring the training infrastructure keeps pace with the airline’s development.

FTD.aero, renowned for its production of advanced Flight Training Devices (FTDs), has gained international recognition for the unparalleled replication of simulated aircraft hardware and software and innovation of its solutions, engineered in-house to ensure highest quality standards, customizations and availability of affordable spare parts, critical for uninterrupted operational readiness for its Clients. The company collaborates with numerous airlines worldwide, with LOT Polish Airlines as one of its strategic partners. This partnership underscores FTD.aero’s commitment to delivering high-quality products that meet the needs of both large carriers and rapidly expanding airlines like T’way Air.

“We are delighted to support T’way Air in their ongoing growth and to provide them with tools for effective crew training. We are confident that our simulator will exceed their expectations,” said an Filip Witczak – FTD.aerorepresentative.

This collaboration reaffirms T’way Air’s commitment to developing its training infrastructure and maintaining the highest operational standards, which serve as the foundation for its continued international expansion and  translates into the safety and comfort of our passengers.

Source: FTD.aero
Photo Credit: FTD.aero

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E-Learning and Flight Training Solution Provider Evionica Launches New Feature to Optimize Flight School Operations

Warsaw, Poland – Evionica, a leading provider of aviation training and management solutions, has introduced the “Declaration of Availability” feature to its platform. This innovative scheduling tool is designed to streamline operations at flight schools by optimizing the alignment of instructor schedules, trainee availability, and aircraft bookings.

  • Key Features of Best Pilot’s “Declaration of Availability”:
    • Automatically matches instructors, trainees, and aircraft to find mutually available slots.
    • Simplifies the scheduling process, reducing manual workload and improving operational efficiency.
    • Enhances profitability by maximizing aircraft utilization and instructor productivity.
    • Ensures convenient scheduling for all stakeholders, leading to better training outcomes.

Flight schools can now manage their resources more effectively, ensuring that training sessions are scheduled seamlessly, reducing downtime, and increasing satisfaction among students and instructors.

Evionica invites aviation schools to experience the benefits of this system through a free demo.

About Evionica
Evionica, based in Warsaw, Poland, specializes in delivering aviation technology solutions, including training software, e-learning platforms, and management systems. Its Best Pilot platform supports efficient operations and enhances the training experience for flight schools worldwide.

Source: Evionica
Photo Credit: Evionica

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