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Portugal-based Flight School Expands Viseu Hub with 2025 Acquisition of ALSIM AL250 Simulator

Portugal – International Flight Academy (IFA) has officially announced a major investment at its Viseu hub with the acquisition of a state-of-the-art AL250 flight simulator, reinforcing the region’s position as an emerging center of aeronautical excellence.

  • The AL250 simulator, certified as EASA FNPT II, offers advanced training capabilities across three aircraft types: Cessna 172, Piper PA28R Arrow, and Piper PA44.

  • It supports both analog and EFIS (glass cockpit) configurations, offering a highly adaptable and realistic platform for instrument flight training (IFR).

Source: International Flight Academy
Photo Credit: International Flight Academy

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Former Airline CEO, Bryan Bedford, to Lead FAA Through Modernization Phase

United States – Bryan Bedford, former CEO of Republic Airways, has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the new Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), following a 53–43 vote on July 9. Appointed by President Donald Trump, Bedford assumes leadership amid a critical phase for U.S. aviation safety and infrastructure reform, including a $12.5 billion modernization program for the nation’s air traffic control system.

  • Bedford, who led Republic Airways for over 25 years, stepped down recently to take on the FAA role. His airline operated nearly 1,000 daily regional flights for major U.S. carriers.

  • He was confirmed for a five-year term and will oversee the FAA’s modernization agenda

  • Bedford’s stance on the 1,500-hour co-pilot training rule has sparked opposition, as he has declined to fully commit to retaining it.

  • A key decision for Bedford will involve determining when to lift the current production cap of 38 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft per month

  • The FAA is also maintaining its non-delegation policy on Boeing aircraft certifications, continuing direct inspections of each 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner.

Source: US Senate

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Boeing June 2025 Deliveries Up 27 Percent Compared to 2024

USA – Boeing delivered 60 aircraft in June 2025, marking a 27% year-over-year increase and signaling continued recovery.

  • Boeing delivered 60 aircraft in June 2025, up from 45 in June 2024 and 44 in May 2025.

  • Includes five 737 MAX aircraft delivered to Chinese carriers and three other jets (one 787 and two 777 freighters).

  • This marks the first delivery to China since Beijing lifted a temporary Boeing delivery ban in May, initially imposed in April amid trade disputes.

  • Delivery breakdown for June:

    • 42 x 737 MAX

    • 9 x 787 Dreamliner

    • 5 x 767 (including 3 KC-46 tankers for defense)

    • 4 x 777 freighters

  • Southwest Airlines received 10 737 MAX jets in June.

  • Through H1 2025, Boeing delivered 280 jets, including:

    • 209 x 737 MAX

    • 37 x 787

    • 20 x 777

    • 14 x 767

  • June Orders:

    • 116 gross orders (54 x 737 MAX, 62 x 787)

    • Alaska Airlines ordered 12 x 737s

    • British Airways ordered 32 x 787s

  • Net orders YTD: 625 after cancellations/conversions from a total of 668 gross orders

Source: Boeing
Photo Credit: Boeing

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Trener Flight Academy and University of Nyíregyháza Host New ALSIM AL250 Simulator

Hungary – Trener Flight Academy has officially introduced a new Alsim AL250 flight simulator to support its training programs in partnership with the University of Nyíregyháza. The installation strengthens both the pilot and aerospace engineering education programs and reflects the university’s growing prominence in European aviation training.

  • The ALSIM AL250 simulator was officially inaugurated in July 2025 and is now operational at the University of Nyíregyháza’s training facility.

  • The simulator supports the university’s rapidly expanding Pilot Training Program, which welcomed its 57th class of students in September 2024.

  • Configurable as a SEP/MEP FNPT II device, the AL250 is certified for initial training phases (PPL, CPL, IR/ME) and offers both classic and glass cockpit interfaces.

  • More than 100 AL250 units are in operation globally, marking its popularity for foundational EASA-aligned training.

  • The unit is equipped with the ALSIM Engineering Pack, a unique add-on allowing engineering students to design and test aircraft models within MATLAB® and Simulink® environments—enhancing interdisciplinary learning and aircraft handling analysis.

  • This strategic investment underscores the long-standing partnership between Trener Flight Academy and the University of Nyíregyháza, which has trained pilots for over three decades.

About ALSIM
ALSIM is a France-based simulator manufacturer with over 450 devices installed in more than 60 countries. The company develops and manufactures EASA and FAA-certified FNPT II, FNPT II MCC, and AATD devices, all designed and produced in-house. ALSIM is recognized for its technological innovation and close collaboration with training organizations and universities worldwide.

Source: Trener Flight Academy and ALSIM

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Boeing Appoints Matt Harman to Strategy Role in Commercial Training Solutions

United States – Boeing has appointed Matt Harman to the position of Strategy & Business Development – Commercial Training Solutions, strengthening its global pilot training and services division.

  • Boeing’s Commercial Training Solutions division supports pilot and maintenance technician training for airlines globally

  • The appointment comes amid heightened focus on meeting global pilot supply challenges, with Boeing projecting a need for 2.4 million new aviation professionals to support the growing commercial fleet and meet the rising demand for air travel. This includes 674,000 new pilots, 716,000 maintenance technicians, and 980,000 cabin crew members, according to Boeing’s 2024 Pilot and Technician Outlook.

Source: Boeing (Matt Harman)

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