Egyptian Aviation Academy orders ten Cessna Skyhawks to expand flight training capacity Textron Aviation has announced, in coordination with Ariegsa Manufacturing, an order for ten new Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft from the Egyptian Aviation Academy (EAA), one of the region's oldest and most respected flight training institutions.
Epic Flight Academy boosts training fleet with up to 50 Pipistrel Voyagers Textron Aviation affiliate, Pipistrel, has announced Epic Flight Academy as the launch customer for the Pipistrel Voyager during Textron Aviation’s press conference at EAA AirVenture 2026.
Cirrus opens new talent center to advance workforce development Cirrus Aircraft has announced the opening of its brand-new Duluth-based Talent Center a multi-million-dollar investment that serves as a hub for community engagement, recruiting, and workforce development.
Shaping tomorrow’s aviation workforce: ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia expands apprenticeship programme ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia's new apprenticeship programme, aimed at developing the next generation of aircraft maintenance professionals, has produced its first batch of qualified, full-time employees.
Aston University secures £3.9m to boost aerospace engineering and cybersecurity skills Aston University has secured almost £4m in new funding to improve the UK’s aerospace and cybersecurity skills. The funding is part of an £80 million national scheme distributed by the Office for Students. The money will be used to support the development and expansion of a new BEng Aerospace Engineering programme and investment in specialist computing facilities to be used by both cybersecurity and aerospace engineering students.
ELITE Simulation Solutions brings AI-powered ATC to its FFS lineup Leading flight simulation training technology company, ELITE Simulation Solutions, has announced that it is actively developing and integrating advanced AI-driven Air Traffic Control (ATC) services across its entire portfolio of flight simulation devices to better reflect real-world aviation environments.
WingsLeasing signs dry lease agreement with University of Nebraska-Kearney flight school, advancing new model for growth WingsLeasing has announced the signing of a dry lease agreement of seven Tecnam P-MENTOR aircraft for the University of Nebraska-Kearney flight training program, marking a significant step forward in reshaping how flight schools access capital, scale operations and meet accelerating demand for pilot training.
Bombardier accelerates US workforce development with new FastTrack training program in Hartford Bombardier has announced the start of its FastTrack program, an accelerated training pathway designed to help aircraft maintenance technicians obtain their FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
Cessna Skyhawk selected by Turkish Airlines Flight Academy for fleet expansion Textron Aviation has announced that Turkish Airlines Flight Academy has signed a purchase agreement for 10 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft, expanding its training fleet to support growing airline pilot demand across Europe.
Embry-Riddle opens cutting-edge flight training center in Arizona Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the city of Prescott have opened a pivotal flight training center at Prescott Regional Airport in Arizona, marking a significant investment in aviation education, safety and workforce development.
ELITE secures first Airbus A320 FNPT II MCC APS flight sim sale to France ELITE Simulation Solutions, a global leader in certified flight simulation training technology, has announced the successful sale of an Airbus A320 FNPT II MCC flight simulation training device to AEROFLIGHT, L’École de pilotage de l’est Parisien - Lognes, France.
TRU Simulation’s Cessna Citation Ascend FFS achieves FAA qualification Textron Aviation's affiliate, TRU Simulation + Training Inc., has announced that its Full Flight Simulator (FFS) for the Cessna Citation Ascend has achieved Federal Aviation Administration Level D qualification.
Enhancing fear of flying therapy through high-fidelity motion and advanced turbulence simulation ELITE Simulation Solutions, a global leader in flight simulation technology, has announced the sale and installation of a state-of-the-art 6-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) motion flight simulator for a private customer based in Monaco.
FlightSafety launches industry-first Advanced Circling and Visual Approach course FlightSafety International has announced the launch of the industry’s first Advanced Circling and Visual Approach course. The immersive curriculum is designed to enhance pilot and crew proficiency while lowering the risks associated with maneuvering low to the ground in reduced visibility conditions.
CAE to deliver breakthrough FFS training for EVE eVTOL pilots Embraer-CAE Training Services (ECTS), a joint venture between Embraer and CAE, has purchased its first full flight simulator (FFS) dedicated to training pilots for Eve Air Mobility.
CAE and TAG Aviation extend pilot training partnership CAE is extending its longstanding partnership with TAG Aviation under a new three-year agreement that will see TAG Aviation pilots in Asia and Europe train across multiple aircraft types at CAE’s state-of-the-art centres in Dubai, Singapore, the UK, Vienna, the US and Canada.
FlightSafety International receives FAA approval for Gulfstream G700 FFS in Singapore The Federal Aviation Administration has approved FlightSafety International's new Gulfstream G700 Level D Full Flight Simulator (FFS), located at the company’s Singapore Learning Center. The approval expands access to G700 training to the Asia-Pacific region.
The ACA launches new training course, names Claudia Schimansky Training Manager Global trade body The Air Charter Association (The ACA) has appointed new Training Manager Claudia Schimansky to expand its professional training and deliver the inaugural Air Charter Essentials course, available to both members and non-members of The ACA.
Joby gears up to launch first air taxi pilot training with CAE simulators Joby Aviation has accepted the first of two flight simulators developed in partnership with CAE, a global leader in pilot training. The simulators, scheduled to be qualified amongst the highest Federal Aviation Administration classifications for flight simulation, provide the ultra-realistic environment required for commercial single-pilot eVTOL operations and are equipped with the same simulation technology used to train pilots for the world’s leading airlines.
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