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FTD.aero’s A320 FNPT II MCC FSTD at Urbe Aero ATO Certified by ENAC

Rome, Italy – flight simulator device manufacturer FTD.aero has completed the EASA FNPT II MCC certification of an A320 Flight Simulation Training Device for Urbe Aero ATO, based in Rome, Italy.

The certification process was carried out smoothly and successfully with no unacceptable items, no reservations, and no significant findings noted by the ENAC inspectors. The inspectors expressed strong satisfaction with the technical quality, fidelity, and operational readiness of the device.

The newly certified A320 simulator will be operated alongside the B73M FSTD, also manufactured and delivered by FTD.aero and certified in Rome in 2023. Together, the two high-fidelity flight simulation training devices provide Urbe Aero ATO with a robust, multi-aircraft platform to support modern pilot training programs.

Both devices will be used for:

  • APS MCC (Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation) courses,
  • MPL (Multi-Crew Pilot Licence) programs with leading European airlines,
  • Integrated training of cadets to airline-ready standards.

This dual-simulator setup enables Urbe Aero ATO to offer a highly realistic and regulation-compliant training experience in the immersive environment of the most popular jetliner types – preparing students to seamlessly transition to type-specific training and ultimately enter airline flight decks with confidence and competence.

Source: FTD.aero
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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – Visionary Training Resources – VR Solutions for Improving Pilot Training

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Evey Cormican – CEO & Founder at Visionary Training Resources (VTR) – a virtual reality software design company, co-founded by experienced airline captains who are dedicated to improving pilot training.

The conversation covers:

  • Vision and Background: Evey Cormican, an experienced airline captain with over 30 years in aviation, founded VTR to transform pilot training using Virtual Reality (VR). Their flagship platform, FlightDeckToGo, is designed by airline professionals and built to address real-world pilot training challenges. VTR’s approach centers on safety, scientific principles, and operational practicality.
  • Strategic Growth and Innovation: A major milestone for VTR was its recent merger with Reaction Simulation LLC, enabling faster development and deeper customization. This move supports VTR’s three training pillars: decentralized training, individualized learning, and contextual mastery. Their AI-enhanced platform adapts to each pilot’s cognitive and behavioral patterns, delivering highly personalized and operationally relevant training.
  • Major Partnerships and FAA Integration: VTR has secured key collaborations with airlines such as Atlas Air and CommuteAir. Atlas uses VTR headsets across multiple fleets, allowing pilots to train flexibly over several weeks. CommuteAir has integrated VTR’s VR training into its FAA-approved curriculum, signaling strong regulatory support and practical utility of the technology.
  • Industry Trends and Challenges: Evey highlighted trends including mobile training, scenario-based realism, and data-driven personalization. She emphasized that pilot demand remains high despite perceived slowdowns, with training scalability and quality being critical issues. VTR addresses these by making simulator time more effective and enabling fast deployment of scenario-based updates.
  • Unique Value Proposition and Future Outlook: VTR stands out for its aviation-specific focus, scientific rigor, and operational impact. Their patented solutions go beyond compliance to improve in-flight decision-making and reduce operational costs. Evey is optimistic about regulatory support for immersive tech, envisioning a future where personalized, task-to-tool VR training becomes a core component of pilot readiness.

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Deutsche Aircraft Appoints New CEO, Unveils Strategic Vision at Paris Airshow 2025

Germany – Deutsche Aircraft has announced a significant leadership transition at the 2025 Paris Airshow, appointing Nico Neumann as Chief Executive Officer of Deutsche Aircraft and Deutsche Aircraft Leipzig, effective July 1, 2025. Neumann, previously Co-CEO and Chief Operating Officer, will take over day-to-day leadership from Dave Jackson, who transitions to CEO of Deutsche Aircraft Group. This move represents a carefully managed succession aimed at guiding the company through its next phase of strategic growth, including the continued development of the D328eco® aircraft and the completion of its carbon-neutral assembly facility in Leipzig.

  • Program Milestones: Neumann has been instrumental in the D328eco® program and will now steer its market introduction.

  • Facility Expansion: Carbon-neutral Final Assembly Line at Leipzig/Halle Airport to be completed by Q4 2025.

  • Strategic Pillars for 2025:

    • Advancement of the D328eco® regional aircraft.

    • Completion of the Leipzig Final Assembly Line.

    • Strengthening strategic partnerships.

Statements:

“This is an inspiring moment for Deutsche Aircraft, having worked so closely with Nico I am confident that with his strong leadership skills and alignment with our core values, the company is positioned to reach new heights. I look forward to developing our broader strategic goals and supporting Nico and the team to achieve our long-term success.”
— Dave Jackson, CEO of Deutsche Aircraft Group

“It is a privilege to lead Deutsche Aircraft at this exciting stage of growth. As we prepare for the market introduction of the D328eco, I remain committed to our mission of advancing sustainable regional aviation. I look forward to working alongside our dedicated team and trusted partners to realize our shared vision.”
— Nico Neumann, CEO of Deutsche Aircraft

About Deutsche Aircraft
Deutsche Aircraft is a German original equipment manufacturer (OEM) that designs, develops, and manufactures aircraft solutions tailored for sustainable regional aviation. Building on the heritage of the Dornier 328 platform, the company is focused on bringing the next-generation D328eco® aircraft to market, with a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Source: Deutsche Aircraft
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Embraer CAE Training Services (ECTS) Deploys New FFS to Madrid for E2 Customers

Madrid, Spain – aircraft manufacturer Embraer and global pilot training solution provider CAE are expanding their full-flight simulator network with the deployment of a state-of-the-art E2 full-flight simulator (FFS) at the CAE Madrid training centre, located close to the Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport. The new E2 simulator will be operated by Embraer CAE Training Services (ECTS) and will be their first simulator to support the growing E2 family fleet in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.

“With this new simulator in Madrid, CAE is expanding its partnership with Embraer and reinforcing its commitment to support E2 customers in EMEA,” said Michel Azar-Hmouda, CAE’s Division President, Commercial Aviation. “The advanced training offered in Madrid, featuring CAE’s competency-based training assessment (CBTA) courseware and CAE Simfinity virtual simulator, will enhance classroom training. This, combined with the latest generation simulator, ensures our E2-trained pilots have the skills and confidence for safe operation of the E2 aircraft.”

“This is a significant milestone for our partnership with CAE that will support the growing E2 fleet in EMEA. At CAE Madrid, our customers will benefit from world-class training and state-of-the-art technology – closer to home. Embraer is very pleased with this deployment, and we will keep working every day to be wherever our customers need us to be,” says Carlos Naufel, President and CEO, Embraer Services & Support.

This is the second E2 simulator to be deployed in the ECTS network, joining the E2 FFS in operation at the CAE Singapore training centre. ECTS operates nine Phenom-family full-flight simulators at CAE business aviation training centres in Dallas, Texas; Las Vegas, Nevada; Burgess Hill, United Kingdom; São Paulo, Brazil; and Vienna, Austria, where training begins this summer.

About Embraer
A global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, Embraer has businesses in Commercial and Executive aviation, Defense and Security, and Agricultural Aviation. The company designs, develops, manufactures, and markets aircraft and systems, providing Services and Support to customers after-sales. Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than 9,000 aircraft. On average, about every 10 seconds an aircraft manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world, transporting over 150 million passengers a year. Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets with up to 150 seats and the main exporter of high- value-added goods in Brazil. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service, and parts distribution centers, among other activities, across the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Europe.

About CAE
At CAE, we exist to make the world safer. We deliver cutting-edge training, simulation, and critical operations solutions to prepare aviation professionals and defence forces for the moments that matter. Every day, we empower pilots, cabin crew, maintenance technicians, airlines, business aviation operators, and defence and security personnel to perform at their best and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with approximately 13,000 employees at around 240 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. For nearly 80 years, CAE has been at the forefront of innovation, consistently seeking to set the standard by delivering excellence in high-fidelity flight simulators and training solutions, while embedding sustainability at the heart of everything we do. By harnessing technology and enhancing human performance, we strive to be the trusted partner in advancing safety and mission readiness—today and tomorrow.

Source: Embraer
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Fargo Jet Center Acquires 2 King Air 360 Aircraft at Paris Air Show 2025

France – Fargo Jet Center is proud to announce the acquisition of two Beechcraft King Air 360 aircraft from Textron Aviation. The purchase was finalized on Wednesday, June 18th, at the 55th Paris Air Show, with the agreement taking place at the Textron Aviation Special Missions booth.

This milestone marks Fargo Jet Center’s first time exhibiting at the Paris Air Show, underscoring the company’s expanding global presence in the special missions aviation sector. The acquisition was a result of a collaborative agreement between key representatives from both organizations.

“We are thrilled to secure these two King Air 360 aircraft, which are renowned for their reliability, versatility, and advanced avionics,” said Darren Hall, Vice President of Business Development, Fargo Jet Center. “These aircraft will enable us to provide mission-ready platforms to meet the needs of our global special missions customers.”

The King Air 360 is celebrated for its enhanced cabin comfort, next-generation Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion avionics, and proven performance in demanding missions. Fargo Jet Center’s investment in these aircraft demonstrates its commitment to delivering industry-leading solutions and unparalleled customer support.

For more information about Fargo Jet Center’s aircraft special missions and aircraft modification capabilities, visit www.fargojet.com/aircraft-special-missions or email specialmissions@fargojet.com.

About Fargo Jet Center
Headquartered in Fargo, ND (KFAR), Fargo Jet Center (FJC) is a global leader in aviation services and special mission aircraft modifications. Since 1995, FJC has completed more than 145 special mission aircraft used worldwide for air medical transport, atmospheric research, reconnaissance, and cloud seeding. FJC has extensive modification experience across platforms, including the Beechcraft King Air series, Cessna Citations, Bombardier Learjets, Pilatus PC-12, Daher Kodiak, and others. The company also holds multiple FAA STCs (validated in Europe (EASA) and China (VSTC)) for the integration of atmospheric research and cloud seeding systems in King Air aircraft.

In addition to special missions, FJC provides a full range of aviation services including FBO operations, maintenance, avionics, aircraft charter and management, flight training, and interior completions. Its Minneapolis-based subsidiary, Premier Jet Center (KFCM), complements these services and is home to Exclusive Aircraft Sales, an IADA-accredited dealer.

Source: Fargo Jet Center
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US Univesity Enhances Flight Training Operations with Flight Schedule Pro, Boosting Utilization by Up to 30%

USA – Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), home to one of the largest university aviation programs in the United States, has increased aircraft and instructor utilization by up to 30% after adopting Flight Schedule Pro. The platform has unified scheduling, training, and maintenance operations across its Department of Aerospace, helping over 900 students and 120 instructors manage a growing fleet of 47 aircraft with greater efficiency and compliance.

  • MTSU’s Department of Aerospace needed a streamlined system to replace fragmented paper-based records and disconnected digital tools.
  • “We have over 700 people interacting with the flight school every day—usability and efficiency are everything.” – Michael Gref, Chief Instructor, MTSU
  • Flight Schedule Pro enabled centralized control of scheduling, maintenance, student records, and training paths.
  • Since implementation, the university has seen a 15–30% improvement in aircraft and instructor utilization.
  • Digital records now meet FAA, TSA, and VA compliance standards with reduced administrative burden.
  • Instructors can monitor student progress in real time, quickly identify delays, and improve graduation timelines.
  • Integrated with LogTen Pilot Logbook, the system supports career readiness and airline placement opportunities.
  • Flight Schedule Pro’s scalable system allows MTSU to grow operations without sacrificing oversight or quality.
  • MTSU plans to expand its use of the platform’s reporting and instructional tools to maintain its leadership in collegiate aviation.

About Flight Schedule Pro
Flight Schedule Pro is a comprehensive operations management platform designed for flight schools, aviation academies, and collegiate programs. It centralizes scheduling, training progress, maintenance tracking, and regulatory compliance in one digital system.

Source: Flight Schedule Pro
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Turkish Airlines Flight Academy Takes Delivery of Additional Multi-Engine Aircraft in June 2025

Türkiye – Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), the abinitio pilot training academy of Turkish Airlines, has expanded its fleet once again with the addition of new Diamond Aircraft DA42 – growing its fleet to over 57.

  • Turkish Airlines Flight Academy had already added 3 Diamond DA40 and 1 Diamond DA42 aircraft to its fleet earlier in the month
  • Earlier in the month TAFA also marked a milestone by graduating its 123rd and 124th cohorts on the same day, a first in the academy’s history. A total of 50 pilot candidates have completed their core training and were officially sent off for Type Rating as part of their transition into Turkish Airlines’ operational fleet.
  • The academy currently operates a fleet of 56 aircraft and plans to expand to 107 aircraft by Q1 2027, with 47 new aircraft expected by the end of 2025.
  • Over the past five years, TAFA has graduated more than 900 pilots and recorded 220,000 flight hours as of December 2024.

Source: Turkish Airlines Flight Academy
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US Air Carrier JSX to Launch ATR Operations with LoI for Up to 25 ATR

USA – ATR, the world’s leading manufacturer of regional aircraft is proud to announce that JSX intends to begin ATR operations in late 2025. The Texas-based, award-winning public charter air carrier will lease two ATR 42-600s to expand its hop-on service, reaching more private terminals, Fixed Base Operators, and underserved airports across the United States. The ATR operations will be supported by a comprehensive ATR Global Maintenance Agreement to maximise aircraft availability and reliability.

Committed to offering safe, seamless transportation for all, JSX will offer its customers a premium configuration that is part of the ATR HighLine cabin collection, featuring a spacious interior with plans to certify and install Starlink high-speed internet connectivity. The aircraft will be fit with 30 premium seats, offering business class legroom, complementary cocktails and gourmet snacks inflight.

This announcement charts future growth for both JSX and ATR, with a Letter of Intent for 15+10 new ATR HighLine-equipped aircraft – either ATR 42-600s with 30 premium seats or All-Business Class ATR 72-600s with 30 seats. This partnership marks ATR’s entry into the United States’ robust public charter market, opening pathways to new route opportunities with industry-leading airfield performance, quieter propulsion, and lower, more efficient operating costs.

“The ATR -600 series will bring over 1,000 new airports into reach for JSX, expanding access to reliable public charter flights across the great United States. Many of these airports were, until now, reserved only for those who had the means to fly private,” says Alex Wilcox, JSX Chief Executive Officer. “I am confident that our Customers will love the ATR product, not just for the variety of new routes it allows JSX to operate, but also for its quiet cabin and comfortable seating. When paired with our award-winning JSX hospitality, the addition of the ATR marks an innovative step forward in our company’s unyielding mission to increase the safety, speed, and convenience of air travel that moves our country forward.”

Nathalie Tarnaud-Laude, Chief Executive Officer at ATR, added: “We are delighted to welcome JSX as a new ATR operator and to see our aircraft entering a dynamic new market segment in the United States. JSX’s unique model, blending the exclusivity of private aircraft-style travel with the efficiency of regional aviation, is a perfect match for our ATR HighLine cabin collection. This partnership underscores the growing demand for low-emission, high-end air travel, powered by the unmatched performance of turboprop technology. We look forward to supporting JSX’s vision and further reinforcing ATR as the leading choice for regional aviation in the U.S.”

ABOUT JSX
Founded in 2016, JSX is a ‘hop-on’ public charter service that’s faster on the ground, more comfortable in the air, and is competitively priced. JSX operates up to 140 public charter flights daily to 27 leisure and business destinations across Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Texas and Mexico. The air carrier currently operates 48 ERJ family aircraft and employs over 1,000 Crewmembers.

Source: ATR
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