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Training Aircraft Manufacturer and Pilot Training Solution Grob Aircraft Provider Appoints 2025 Sales Manager for MENA Region

Germany – Grob Aircraft SE has appointed Raad Atoom as Sales Manager for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, strengthening its commercial outreach in one of the fastest-growing markets for pilot training.

  • Atoom’s new role will focus on expanding Grob Aircraft’s presence in the MENA region, where demand for military training aircraft and ab-initio pilot training platforms continues to rise.

  • Grob Aircraft SE is a leading German aircraft manufacturer, best known for its G 120TP military trainer, a versatile turboprop aircraft widely used by air forces and flight academies worldwide.

About Grob Aircraft SE
Based in Tussenhausen-Mattsies, Germany, Grob Aircraft SE is a global leader in military and civil training aircraft manufacturing. Its flagship product, the G 120TP, is in service with multiple air forces and training academies, offering advanced training capabilities from ab-initio through lead-in fighter training. The company has delivered more than 3,500 aircraft worldwide.

Source: Grob Aircraft SE

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Flight School Management Software Flight Schedule Pro Highlights Growth Enabler at Utah’s FLT Academy

Utah, USA – FLT Academy, one of Utah’s largest flight training organisations, has streamlined its operations across multiple campuses through the adoption of Flight Schedule Pro (FSP), an integrated flight training management system.

  • FLT Academy manages over 300 students, 60 aircraft, and 65 instructors, and has leveraged Flight Schedule Pro as a central platform for scheduling, dispatch, training, and maintenance.

  • From Spreadsheets to Centralized Operations: Previously reliant on spreadsheets, phone calls, and paper logs, FLT Academy transitioned to a unified digital platform. FSP was phased in starting with scheduling and dispatch, later expanding to maintenance, student progress tracking, billing, and financing.

  • Financing Integration: FSP’s industry-first student financing feature was cited as a key advantage, allowing training progression to be directly tied to financing milestones and improving student onboarding efficiency.

  • Operational Efficiency: Real-time scheduling tools enable dispatch to coordinate instructors and aircraft dynamically, minimizing downtime due to weather or maintenance delays.

  • Maintenance Visibility: Integration of real-time aircraft readiness into scheduling reduces cancellations and ensures peak training demand is met.

  • Improved Communication: Auto-updates for instructors and students eliminate manual calls and emails, ensuring instant alignment across scheduling, dispatch, and training.

  • Data-Driven Growth: FSP’s reporting tools support strategic planning for fleet expansion, instructor utilization, and regulatory compliance.

Statements

  • Jason Clark, CEO & Founder, FLT Academy: “Flight Schedule Pro has centralized everything we need to run efficiently and scale fast.”

  • “During a peak training season, Flight Schedule Pro helped us manage 60 aircraft and 65 instructors without missed checkrides. Real-time adjustments kept students on track, even when conditions changed minute to minute.”

About Flight Schedule Pro
Flight Schedule Pro is a leading aviation management platform used by flight schools, universities, and training organizations to streamline operations. The system integrates scheduling, training records, aircraft maintenance, and student financing, providing an all-in-one operating system for scalable aviation training operations.

Source: Flight Schedule Pro

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Elixir Aircraft to Showcase Next-Gen Trainer at Pilot Careers Live Frankfurt in September 2025

Germany – Elixir Aircraft, the French manufacturer behind the 4th-generation training aircraft, has announced its participation in Pilot Careers Live (PCL) Frankfurt on 20 September 2025.

  • At the event, Elixir Aircraft will present its flagship two-seat trainer—the Elixir—designed with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and versatility for modern pilot training.

  • The aircraft features OneShot technology, a proprietary carbon-fiber construction method that simplifies maintenance, reduces aircraft weight, and enhances structural integrity.

  • Visitors to the Elixir stand will learn why numerous European flight schools are transitioning their fleets to the Elixir, citing operational cost savings, modern design, and EASA CS-23 certification.

Source: Elixir Aircraft

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Visual Simulation Company Quantum3D Delivers Advanced IG Unit to Brazil

USA & Brazil – Quantum3D, a developer of real‑time visual simulation systems, has shipped its latest Independence® IDX 910 Image Generator to a longstanding customer in Brazil—underscoring the company’s deepening multi‑year partnership and ongoing lifecycle support across South America.

  • Delivered is a compact, single‑4U chassis featuring an 8‑channel Independent® IDX 910 with NVIDIA® RTX™ 4500 Ada GPUs and the advanced MANTIS® real‑time scene generation software, replacing an obsolete IG platform.

  • The upgrade delivers significantly enhanced performance‑per‑watt efficiency, seamless integration, minimized downtime, and reduced risk during transition.

  • Quantum3D’s global partner network will handle deployment, support, and training, reinforcing mission‑readiness for the region.

  • The delivery builds on Quantum3D’s earlier development of a full‑country high‑resolution terrain database of Brazil and Level‑D compliant 3D airport models in industry‑standard CDB format.

  • In addition to Brazil, Quantum3D continues to expand its footprint in Colombia, Ecuador, and Chile, supporting evolving defense and aerospace training requirements.

Statements

  • “This upgrade underscores our promise to keep customers mission‑ready with modern, supported, and performance‑proven systems,” said Murat Kose, CEO of Quantum3D.

  • “With IDX 910 and MANTIS working together, our partner can continue delivering reliable training capability across the region—today and for years to come.”

About Quantum3D
Quantum3D is a Silicon Valley–based developer of simulation and training solutions, with a branch in Orlando, FL. The company offers the Independence® IDX series of Image Generators and MANTIS® visual simulation software to support a wide range of sectors including defense, aerospace, aviation, space, and next‑generation mobility.

Source: Quantum3D

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Flight Schedule Pro to Highlight AviatorPro Integration at 28 August 2025 Virtual Event

USA – Flight Schedule Pro, a leading flight school management software solution platform, is working to improve the pilot education experience by seamlessly connecting ground school and flight training. Its latest integration with AviatorPro and will be showcased on the 28th of August.

  • Flight Schedule Pro now supports direct integration with AviatorPro’s white‑label ground school courses—including Private Pilot, Instrument, and Commercial modules—accessible straight from the platform’s operating system.

  • Earlier this year, the platform also integrated Sporty’s ground school content, enabling schools to manage both flight and ground training progress within a single ecosystem—and generate new revenue streams from course sales.

  • This integrated approach offers compelling benefits: up to a 40% reduction in ground school hours, near-perfect written exam pass rates, and complete visibility of student progress across training stages—all without navigating multiple platforms.

  • On August 28 at 12:00 PM CST, Flight Schedule Pro will host a virtual session featuring AviatorPro. Attendees will be able to experience firsthand how integrated ground school content enhances operational efficiency and student success. Register here.

Source: Flight Schedule Pro

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Bristell by BRM AERO Secures EU-backed Grant for Electric-Energic Project

Czech Republic – BRM AERO has taken a significant step toward sustainable aviation with the successful grant approval for the BRISTELL ENERGIC – sustainable flying project (Reg. Nr. CZ.01.01.01/02/24_051/0004933), aimed at introducing production of the Bristell ENERGIC, an all-electric aircraft developed in cooperation with Swiss electric propulsion specialist H55. The initiative is co-financed by the European Union and marks a key milestone in Bristell’s pursuit of a greener future for pilot training.

Learn more about H55 here in this AFM interview.

Source: BRM AERO

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AELO Swiss Academy Expands Fleet and Campus Amid Rapid Growth in 2025

Locarno, Switzerland – AELO Swiss Academy, Europe’s High-Performance Aviation Academy, announced a major expansion of its training fleet and facilities, reinforcing its position as one of Europe’s fastest-growing and highest-performing pilot training schools. The academy has purchased nine new aircraft, including four Diamond DA40s and five brand-new Tecnam P2008s, all scheduled for delivery in the final quarter of 2025. This expansion will bring AELO’s total fleet to 27 aircraft, supporting increased student enrollment while maintaining the academy’s high standards of pilot training excellence.

This expansion comes on the back of a period of exceptional growth for AELO. Since early 2024, year-on-year sales have surged, following a 100% increase in 2024 and an expected 50% rise in 2025, despite annual tuition fee adjustments of around 5% for the ATPL Integrated program. Graduate outcomes remain outstanding, with more than 96% of recent students securing airline positions within six months at leading carriers such as Swiss, SkyAlps, Wizz Air, Ryanair, and EasyJet. Most recently, three AELO graduates have been recruited by KLM and four by Transavia, further underscoring the academy’s reputation as a direct pathway to Europe’s top airlines.

In parallel with the fleet expansion, AELO has invested €6 million in new state-of-the-art facilities, to be inaugurated in October 2025. The upgraded infrastructure features cutting-edge flight simulators, advanced learning spaces, and modern amenities to enhance the integrated pilot training experience.

AELO is also developing a brand-new campus, located just two miles from Locarno Airport, which will feature 48 student rooms, two large classrooms, a cafeteria, and a gym, scheduled for delivery in November 2025. This new campus will provide an immersive, fully equipped environment for students to live, study, and train under optimal conditions.

“Our focus has been to build a powerful brand that reflects the Swiss Seal of Excellence,” said Stefano Buratti, Accountable Manager of AELO Swiss Academy. “We aim to position AELO as a premium product in the international market, attracting discerning students worldwide. Every aspect of our academy, from fleet and facilities to curriculum and instructor quality, is meticulously designed to create a learning environment that delivers excellence and prepares pilots for the demands of a global industry.”

“Excellence is at the heart of everything we do at AELO,” added Stefano. “These investments in our fleet, new campus, and facilities ensure that we remain at the forefront of aviation training in Europe, equipping our students with the skills, confidence, and professionalism required to succeed in the cockpit of tomorrow’s airlines.”

Founded in 1985, AELO Swiss Academy continues to set the benchmark for high-performance pilot training, combining rigorous flight education, personalized instruction, and a multicultural student community to deliver a truly world-class experience.

Source: AELO

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer HAVELSAN to Showcase Cutting-Edge Flight Simulator and Pilot Training Solutions at Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit 2025

Ankara, Turkiye – headquartered flight simulator manufacturer HAVELSAN will deploy a team to the 21st Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit. The event, scheduled to take place on August 26 and 27th in Singapore will see HAVELSAN meeting with industry stakeholders such as airlines and pilot training centers, at its Booth (#427) to update them on the latest developments at HAVELSAN and the flexible pilot training equipment solutions that the manufacturer can provide.

Over the last year a number of airlines and pilot training organizations have placed their trust in HAVELSAN to provide them with Airbus A320 and Boeing B737MAX full flight simulators. Recent examples from 2025 include;

  • A Boeing 737 MAX and an A320 Full Flight Simulator to a flag-carrier
  • An A320 Full Flight Simulator to a global full flight simulator training center operator group
  • A Boeing 737 NG to a low-cost carrier

In order to meet the increasing demand for HAVELSAN devices, the company announced it would ramp up activities and support for airlines and simulator training centers including the ability to manufacture up to eight full flight simulators per year as well as work with airlines to support them expanding their simulator training center operations through flexible solutions.

HAVELSAN to date has deployed over 120 flight simulators globally and is especially putting focus on providing industry leading after-sales support and discussing with customers long-term cooperation projects. HAVELSAN is looking forward to meeting industry stakeholders at the 21st Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit.

Source: HAVELSAN

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Loft Dynamics Secures USD 24 Million Series B Funding to Transform Airline Pilot Training with Virtual Reality Solutions

Switzerland & USA – Loft Dynamics, the global leader in virtual reality (VR) flight training, has raised a $24 million (USD) Series B funding round led by The Friedkin Group, with participation from Alaska Airlines and existing shareholders Sky Dayton and Craft Ventures, as well as UP.Partners. The round brings Loft Dynamics’ total funding to $48 million (USD) and marks a major step forward in expanding its commercial airline offerings while continuing to grow its core helicopter business.

Loft Dynamics developed the world’s only FAA- and EASA-qualified VR helicopter simulator, used by operators such as Airbus Helicopters, the Los Angeles Police Department, and Air Greenland. With this latest investment, the company is applying its cutting-edge technology and regulatory credibility to transform airline pilot training at scale.

“Pilot training hasn’t kept pace with the rest of aviation,” said Fabi Riesen, founder and CEO of Loft Dynamics. “We’re still sending trainees across the country to sit in $10-$20 million, warehouse-sized domes—technology that hasn’t evolved in decades. In an era of pilot shortages and increasing air mobility, that’s simply no longer sustainable. We’re building a new standard—one that’s far more realistic and accessible. High-quality, regular training leads to better pilots. And better pilots mean safer skies.”

Loft Dynamics’ immediate focus is developing a next-generation, cloud-connected training suite—the world’s first fully integrated hardware and software system built to make pilot training safer, more effective, immersive and scalable.

Initial offerings will include existing helicopter simulators and new full-motion Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 VR airliner simulators—up to 12 times smaller and a fraction of the cost of traditional full-flight simulators. Loft’s new airliner simulators will include a multi-crew replica cockpit with all aircraft haptics, body and eye tracking, and AI-powered training intelligence to measure pilot performance and deliver tailored feedback. It will also feature LofTWIN—a virtual demonstration mode that lets instructors record immersive lessons for pilots to replay at any time. These systems will enable pilots to train safely and regularly for any condition, including rare, high-risk scenarios and past aviation tragedies.

To further increase training accessibility, Loft Dynamics is also developing a spatial computing–powered home training kit, allowing pilots to review sessions, access immersive content, and train remotely—from the base or their living room.

As part of the investment, Dan Friedkin, chairman and CEO of The Friedkin Group, will join Loft Dynamics’ board of directors, partnering closely with Series A investors Sky Dayton (partner at Craft Ventures, founder of Boingo Wireless, EarthLink, and CloudKitchens) and Ben Marcus (co-founder and managing partner at UP.Partners), both of whom also serve on the board. An accomplished pilot and entrepreneur, Friedkin leads a global portfolio of businesses across aviation, automotive, hospitality, sports, investments and entertainment.

“Loft Dynamics is defining the next era of aviation training,” said Friedkin. “This investment enables them to scale their solution globally, fast-track innovation, meet an urgent industry need and elevate pilot safety in the process. Loft brings the vision and execution capability this moment demands.”

“Through Alaska Star Ventures, our corporate venture capital arm, we are excited to support Loft Dynamics in bringing FAA-qualified VR technology to commercial airline training,” said Pasha Saleh, corporate development director, Alaska Airlines, “We look forward to working closely with Loft to revolutionize pilot training, making it more immersive and effective. This investment will not only enhance our industry-leading training program but also pave the way for future training solutions across the aviation industry.”

“This funding round isn’t just a milestone—it’s a signal,” added Riesen. “A signal that the wider industry is ready for change. We’re proud to have the backing of The Friedkin Group, Alaska Airlines and our existing shareholders. I’m thrilled to welcome Dan to our board—his strategic insight and passion for aviation will be invaluable as we scale. Together, we’re building a safer, smarter, more accessible future for aviation training—one that serves operators, regulators and pilots, and protects the millions of passengers who rely on them.”

About Loft Dynamics
Loft Dynamics AG is the global leader in qualified virtual reality flight simulation training devices (FSTD). It is the only VR FSTD qualified by the FAA and EASA. Equipped with a 3D high-resolution panoramic view, dynamic six-degrees-of-freedom motion platform, and full-scale replica cockpit with a unique pose tracking system, our revolutionary VR simulators provide a more immersive, realistic, customizable, and safe training experience. By offering a training solution 10 times smaller and significantly more cost-effective than legacy simulators, we make training more accessible and scalable than ever before. We serve leading manufacturers, airlines, operators, schools, and organizations worldwide. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, and Zurich, Switzerland, our team comprises passionate engineers, developers, and aviation experts.

Source: Loft Dynamics

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