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FlightSafety International Appoints Eric Hinson as Chief Executive Officer

United States – FlightSafety International, one of the world’s largest providers of pilot training and full-flight simulators, has appointed Eric Hinson as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He succeeds former president Barbara Telek, who recently announced her retirement.

  • Hinson previously served as Executive Vice President at FlightSafety from 2009–2012 before moving on to lead Simcom International as President & CEO.

  • A former U.S. Naval aviator, Hinson has accumulated more than 5,000 flight hours and holds an ATP rating, bringing operational experience directly aligned with FlightSafety’s training mission.

  • His industry leadership includes senior roles at Honeywell, Gulfstream, and Piaggio Aerospace, as well as more than a decade on the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) board, where he served as Chairman in 2023.

Statement

  • “I am thrilled to return to FlightSafety International at a transformative time for the business and the aviation industry,” said Hinson. “Together, we will continue driving innovation, enhancing operational excellence, and delivering world-class safety experiences for our customers.”

Source: FlightSafety International

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SimViz Labs Unveils Intuitive A320 Holding‑Pattern Simulator for Enhanced Pilot Decision‑Making

Global — SimViz Labs has highlighted how their training solutions enable pilots to navigate operational complexity — such as holds, delays, and fuel/time trade‑offs — with greater confidence, especially on their Airbus A320 platform.

  • The company designs scenario‑based FMS trainers that let pilots rehearse holding‑pattern decisions, fuel management and delay mitigation “in a calm environment” before encountering them in live operations.

  • Their A320 trainer emphasizes visual and intuitive decision‑making, turning complex automation and time/fuel trade‑offs into interactive scenarios.

  • This approach supports safer, more cost‑effective operations by improving pilot confidence with automation and procedural handling under time pressure.

Watch the A320 demo below.

Contact SimViz Labs for customized solutions specific to your fleet requirements.

Source: SimViz Labs

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FMS Training Solution Provider, Heading365, Announces Partnership with Australian Airline

Australia – Virgin Australia has adopted Heading365’s E-Jet FMS Trainer software across its E-Jet fleet training programme, marking a step forward in the airline’s digital training ecosystem. The implementation enables flight crews to independently familiarise themselves with advanced Flight Management System (FMS) procedures outside simulator sessions, enhancing training efficiency and simulator time optimisation.

  • All Virgin Australia E-Jet pilots will now use the Heading365 FMS Trainer application as part of their pre-simulator training process.

  • The software enables self-paced rehearsal of complex FMS workflows, reinforcing procedural proficiency and reducing in-simulator learning time.

Source: Heading365
Photo Credit: Virgin Australia

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FlightLogger Supports One of Europe’s Largest Flight Training Organisation Cut Admin by 30 Percent

Portugal – Sevenair Academy has reported a 30% reduction in administrative workload after fully implementing FlightLogger’s training management platform across all operational departments.

  • Faced with the challenges of scaling a multi-departmental training operation, Sevenair Academy adopted FlightLogger to unify its scheduling, documentation, and compliance processes.

  • Prior to implementation, the academy operated on fragmented tools across its training, maintenance, and administrative units, resulting in miscommunication and operational delays.

  • Key improvements achieved through FlightLogger include:

    • Centralized aircraft and instructor scheduling, improving resource utilization.

    • Standardized digital grading and training workflows, ensuring consistency.

    • Real-time communication across departments, eliminating information silos.

    • Digitized, instantly retrievable documentation to meet EASA compliance demands.

  • Sevenair’s operations team reported a significant reduction in scheduling conflicts and increased punctuality of lesson starts.

  • The unified system also contributed to faster course completion rates and supported a zero-finding outcome in a recent authority audit.

  • The academy highlighted that the new digital infrastructure will enable scalable growth without proportional increases in administrative headcount. Operations Manager, Sevenair Aacdemy

Statement:

  • “FlightLogger is the glue connecting our many departments, enabling growth without losing control.” — Operations Manager, Sevenair Academy

Read the full case story here.

Source: FlightLogger
Photo Credit: Sevenair Academy

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Pilot Training Ground School Materials Provider Padpilot Announces 2025 Partnership with German Flight School

Germany – TFC Käufer European Airline Services (TF Flight Training), a German pilot training organisation with over four decades of experience, has partnered with UK-based digital aviation publisher Padpilot to deliver advanced theoretical knowledge instruction for its ATPL programme.

  • TFC, founded in 1981 and based in Essen overlooking Lake Baldeney, offers a range of training including commercial pilot licences.

  • The move reflects TFC’s commitment to modernising its educational approach by adopting interactive, detailed, and up-to-date learning content.

  • Padpilot continues to expand its global footprint through partnerships with EASA-approved training organisations, aligning digital content with CBTA principles and ICAO standards.

Statements

  • “We want to offer current, high-quality learning materials that are modern, detailed and comprehensive. And that’s what Padpilot is all about,” said Isabelle de Bakker, Accountable Manager at TFC.

Source: Padpilot
Photo Credit: Padpilot

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Quantum3D and NORXE Announce Advanced 8K/240Hz Projection Integration for Next-Generation Simulation at I/ITSEC 2025

USA – Quantum3D, a leader developer of real-time visual simulation technologies, and Norxe AS, a premier manufacturer of high-performance simulation projectors, are pleased to announce a new integrated capability that significantly elevates the performance and realism of advanced training and simulation systems.

Quantum3D’s MANTIS® Image Generator software now provides full native support for Norxe’s P55 and P60 projectors, enabling 8K resolution output at 240Hz through Norxe’s 4-way n-shift technology. This enhancement allows four 4K @60Hz Mantis channels to drive a single projector, delivering unmatched image clarity and eliminating motion blur or double-imaging artifacts. Together, Quantum3D technology and Norxe technology are pushing the boundaries of visual simulation systems, setting a new benchmark for fidelity and performance.

MANTIS® offers multiple 240Hz processing modes—including interpolation for maximum accuracy, extrapolation for reduced latency, and a hybrid mode that balances both—ensuring optimal performance even when the simulation host operates at a traditional 60Hz.

The integration also includes full support for Norxe’s optional dedicated IR channel, enabling true NVG stimulation. Users can dynamically switch between 120Hz NVG operation and 240Hz daylight modes for seamless training across environments.

Quantum3D’s MANTIS® and Independence® IDX image generator family power simulators worldwide for defense, aerospace, commercial aviation, UAS/UAM/eVTOL, and space programs. The new Norxe integration is available to new and existing MANTIS® and/or other IG customers; upgrade guidance and validation support are provided.

About Quantum3D
Quantum3D is a leading developer and provider of simulation and training products, as well as the technology that drives them. For 28 Years, This Silicon Valley Company has been providing advanced training and simulation technologies to a wide spectrum of industries. Our expertise extends to the military, space, air ambulance, search and rescue, aerial firefighting, commercial aviation, and advanced air mobility industries (AAM).

About Norxe
Norxe AS designs and manufactures high-performance projectors engineered for the most demanding simulation and training environments, emphasizing image quality, reliability, and low total cost of ownership.

Source: Quantum3D
Photo Credit: Quantum3D

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Cargolux Selects Simorg as Strategic Management Software for Flight Training Operations

Luxembourg – Simorg, a product of Gözen Digital Aviation, has been selected by Cargolux Airlines as the strategic management software for its flight training operations.

  • Cargolux, Europe’s largest all-cargo airline, will implement Simorg’s cloud-based software to manage its simulator and crew training operations.

  • Simorg, developed by Gözen Digital Aviation, offers an all-in-one solution for simulator center and training management, currently serving a growing list of global customers.

  • The system is designed to support both operational efficiency and regulatory compliance across training centres and airline training departments.

  • This partnership further expands Simorg’s footprint in the European airline market following earlier implementations by Lufthansa Aviation Training and other full flight simulator centers.

Source: Simorg
Photo Credit: Simorg

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