Mexico – Delta Mexico Aviación, a flight training academy based in Guadalajara, Mexico, has announced the arrival of a new Bristell B8 aircraft to its training fleet, flown in from Europe to support both Private and Commercial Pilot License (PPL & CPL) training operations.
Source: Delta Mexico Aviación
Global – Acron Aviation, a global commercial aviation training provider formerly known as L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions (CAS), has shared in an interview with Aviation Week that it is poised for accelerated growth following its acquisition by U.S. private investment firm TJC. With a legacy dating back nearly 100 years, the company is realigning its commercial strategy under new ownership to drive both organic and inorganic expansion.
Acron Aviation is prioritizing long-term airline partnerships, positioning its training centers as extensions of airline facilities.
One of the most recent deals it announced was a multi-year training agreement signed with My Freighter (also operating as Centrum Air) from Uzbekistan; training to occur primarily in Bangkok, with additional capacity from Crawley, UK.
A new Airbus A320 full-flight simulator (FFS) has been installed at the Crawley center, with training scheduled to commence in early 2026.
Expansion plans include:
New narrowbody FFS deployments (locations to be announced)
Geographic growth in training centers
Increased collaboration with Acron’s simulator manufacturing division
Growth in data-driven training tools, including pilot performance analytics
Pilot performance monitoring using competency-based digital training tools is gaining traction, but regulatory adoption remains a bottleneck.
Despite global aircraft delivery delays, demand for training remains high. Acron Aviation Academy reports strong cadet intake and increased interest from airlines seeking to expand pilot pipelines.
Statements
” “Our academy business is our early warning system for the simulator side. The intake that we’re seeing into the academy is significant, and the amount of airlines that are looking to increase the number of students that they’re taking into their pipeline is growing as well.”
Acron Aviation’s current full flight simulator training infrastructure consists of:
Source: Aviation Week & Acron Aviation
Switzerland – Over the weekend of 20–21 September 2025, the Switzerland SailGP Team, led by three-time Olympian Sébastien Schneiter, and H55, co-founded by aviation pioneer André Borschberg, showcased the future of sustainable mobility during the Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix.
Spectators in Geneva and global audiences watching online and on television witnessed H55’s fully electric B23 Energic aircraft perform daily flybys over Lake Geneva between 15:10 and 15:20, just before racing began.
The flights were piloted by André Borschberg, co-founder of H55 and Solar Impulse, who previously set multiple aviation records including the longest solo flight in history — five days and five nights from Japan to Hawaii in 2015.
About H55
H55 is a Swiss-based company founded by the former Solar Impulse management team: André Borschberg, Sebastien Demont, and Gregory Blatt. Dedicated to revolutionizing the aviation industry, H55 provides certified electric propulsion and battery management systems tailored to a diverse range of aircraft, aiming to achieve sustainable air travel. H55 supplies certified electric propulsion systems with full airplane integration solutions for general aviation and regional transport aircraft. Through its pioneering legacy and commitment to certified solutions, H55’s team of visionary engineers and aerospace experts are at the forefront of driving the aviation industry setting new standards and pushing the boundaries of electric aviation.
Source: H55
Photo Credit: H55
Global – Smartflyer will participate in AERO Asia from 27–30 November, engaging with flight schools, operators, suppliers, and regulators across the Asia-Pacific region. The team will share program milestones for its hybrid-electric trainer, its upcoming ground- and flight-test campaign, and opportunities for training use cases and regional partnerships. The prototype will not be on display, as it is currently being prepared for ground tests.
The training aircraft manufacturer has also highlighted new partnerships:
Learn more about Smartflyer here through listening to its interview with AFM.
About FlyGreen24
FlyGreen24 is a Swiss company dedicated to making sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) accessible to everyone in aviation. With its digital platform, FlyGreen24 enables pilots, operators, and flight schools to easily calculate and offset their emissions by purchasing certified SAF, independent of location and technology. By integrating SAF into today’s operations, FlyGreen24 helps reduce the carbon footprint of flying immediately – paving the way toward a cleaner, more sustainable future in aviation.
About NEO3D
NEO3D AG is a leading technology company for 3D printing and additive manufacturing. With innovative solutions for prototyping, small-series production, and highly specialized components, NEO3D enables resource-efficient and cost-effective manufacturing for demanding applications.
Source: Smartflyer
Photo Credit: Smartflyer
USA – New research unveiled at the ATR Regional Air Connectivity Summit (RACS) forecasts a potential demand for up to 300 turboprop aircraft in the United States over the next two decades. With over 300 aging 50-seat regional jets (RJ50s) expected to retire, manufacturers like ATR are positioning their aircraft as efficient and modern solutions to close the growing connectivity gap in underserved U.S. regions.
Studies from Georgia Tech and Seabury Airline Strategy Group indicate a pressing need to replace retiring RJ50s, which currently serve critical regional routes.
Georgia Tech projects that 1 in 10 U.S. regional airports could lose scheduled air service due to RJ50 retirement.
Seabury’s analysis identifies over 130 underserved routes where demand remains strong but the right aircraft is missing.
An additional 100 aircraft worth of demand is attributed to mode-shift potential, where short-haul ground travel could be replaced by new air routes under 400 nautical miles.
ATR’s own market assessment found that 12 million additional passengers annually could benefit from improved regional air access.
JSX, a U.S.-based public charter carrier, has signed a Letter of Intent for up to 25 ATRs. The airline plans to launch ATR operations with a premium-configured cabin product.
Aleutian Airways will induct ATR aircraft to restore air service across remote areas in Alaska, where turboprops are often the only viable solution.
In consultation with U.S. stakeholders, ATR is finalizing a 50-seat turboprop variant tailored for American operators. Key features include:
Triple-class cabin comparable to single-aisle jet interiors
Forward passenger door compatible with airbridges
High-speed onboard connectivity
Increased overhead baggage space
Modern avionics and cockpit technologies for advanced navigation
ATR aircraft offer up to 30% lower fuel and operating costs than regional jets
Estimated $2 million annual savings per aircraft for operators
The manufacturer is also actively advancing sustainable aviation technology, including:
A hybrid-electric ATR 72-600 demonstrator planned by 2030 under the EU’s Clean Aviation program
Its EVO concept, a future platform that will offer 100% SAF compatibility, hybrid propulsion, and eco-designed systems by the mid-2030s
Statements
“The U.S. regional market is at a crossroad… this is about offering a proven, efficient solution to reconnect communities and grant them quick access to economic opportunities.” – Alexis Vidal, SVP Commercial, ATR
“Without a viable replacement, entire communities risk being cut off from the air transport network.” – Dr. Cedric Justin, Georgia Tech
“Our analysis confirms that a modern, efficient 50-seater like ATR’s can unlock significant value for U.S. airlines and communities alike.” – Rich Scheff, Seabury Airline Strategy Group
About ATR
ATR is the world’s leading manufacturer of regional turboprop aircraft. Based in Toulouse, France, ATR has delivered over 1,600 aircraft and continues to lead in the development of efficient and sustainable regional aviation solutions worldwide.
Source: ATR
Australia – Learn To Fly Flight Training Group has become the first Australian flight school to implement Evionica’s digital learning platform, marking a significant step in modernising theory training delivery for student pilots. The partnership blends Learn To Fly’s student-focused instruction with Evionica’s CASA-compliant, mobile-accessible e-learning system.
Learn To Fly is now using Evionica’s platform for its Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL) and Private Pilot Licence (PPL) training programs.
The platform offers immersive content, real-time instructor support, and structured e-learning modules tailored to CASA standards.
Evionica’s solution allows mobile access and is designed to integrate seamlessly into flight school operations.
Source: Learn to Fly Flight Training Group
Brazil – EPA Training Center, a leading regional full-flight simulator training center in Latin America, has highlighted its 15-year partnership with FlightSafety International, which began in 2010 with the installation and operation of a Full Flight Simulator (FFS) for the Embraer ERJ-145/Legacy 600.
FlightSafety International has supported EPA Training Center since 2010 with:
Installation and operation of the ERJ-145/Legacy 600 FFS
Annual audits of simulator maintenance processes
Provision of institutional training materials
To provide an overview of the EPA Training Center:
EPA Training Center operates four full-flight simulators:
Embraer ERJ-145/Legacy 600
Embraer EMB-120 Brasilia
Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante
ATR 42/72
Source: EPA Training Center
