Singapore & Australia – Virgin Australia Regional Airlines (VARA) has commenced Embraer E2 pilot training with CAE  (Embaer CAE Training Services – ECTS), marking a key milestone in preparation for the airline’s expanding E190-E2 fleet. Training began in July 2025 at CAE’s state-of-the-art Singapore training centre.

• VARA pilots are now training on the Embraer E2 full-flight simulator at CAE Singapore, supporting the airline’s transition to its first new regional jet type in Western Australia

• The collaboration extends the longstanding partnership between VARA and CAE, which has included advanced training in Perth on the Fokker 100 and Airbus A320 platforms.

• VARA has also adopted CAE Pelesys, providing pilots and crew with access to comprehensive e-learning and training resources, further strengthening training consistency and regulatory compliance.

Source: CAE