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French Helicopter Pilot Training Organization Appoints New Managing Director in 2026

France – Heli-Union Training Center (HUTC), an EASA-approved helicopter pilot training organization based in Angoulême, has appointed Patrice Bredemus as Managing Director. Learn more about HUTC or connect with Patrice Bredemus via her LinkedIn profile here.

About Heli-Union Training Center (HUTC)
Heli-Union Training Center (HUTC) is a France-based EASA Approved Training Organisation located in Angoulême providing helicopter pilot training using aircraft and simulator platforms. Originating in the 1970s and formally operating as an ATO since 2002, the organization has graduated more than 3,500 helicopter pilots serving individuals and aviation organizations globally.

Source: Patrice Bredemus (HUTC)
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Simaero Hosts French Embassy Delegation at New Delhi NCR Simulator Training Center

India – Simaero, a global operator of full flight simulator training centres, has hosted representatives from the French Embassy in India at its new pilot training facility in Delhi NCR as the company continues establishing advanced simulator training infrastructure in the country.

The visit highlighted growing cooperation between India and France in aviation training and the development of local simulator capacity to support India’s rapidly expanding airline sector.

  • Representatives from the French Embassy in India—including Thibaut Spor, Louis Vermersch and Oscar S.—visited the new Simaero training centre to discuss the development of pilot training infrastructure and industry cooperation between the two countries.

  • The new Simaero India training centre has been designed with the infrastructure to house and operate up to eight full flight simulators, positioning it as a large-scale simulator training hub in the Indian market.

  • Discussions during the visit focused on India’s aviation growth and the increasing requirement for trained pilots, with projections indicating the country may require approximately 2,000 new CPL holders annually to sustain industry expansion.

Statements

  • “The strategic partnership between India and France has played a pivotal role in strengthening India’s aviation ecosystem. As Simaero establishes its presence in India, we are pleased to be part of this partnership and expand world-class pilot training infrastructure in the country.” — Khushbeg Jattana, General Manager at Simaero India.

Source: Simaero
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Dynamic Advanced Training Partners with Sylvester Aviation Services

United Arab Emirates – Dynamic Advanced Training, a Dubai-based aviation safety and emergency training provider, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Sylvester Aviation Services – EASA Certified CCTO, a Dutch EASA-approved Cabin Crew Training Organisation (CCTO).

This collaboration further expands Dynamic’s offering, enabling the delivery of EASA-compliant ESET training to European business jet operators, regionally based operators utilising European ACMI solutions, and cabin crew in the region aspiring to fly for European airlines—opening new pathways to operate within the European aviation market.

Under this arrangement, Dynamic will deliver its signature Reality-Based Training through highly qualified and experienced instructors, using approved syllabi, while Sylvester Aviation Services will provide European regulatory oversight, certification, and ongoing compliance monitoring in full alignment with EASA requirements.

Key Features of Dynamic Advanced Training:

  • Advanced Simulation Facilities: The training center boasts Full Flight Cabin Simulators for Business Jets as well as narrow and wide-body aircraft.
  • Real Fire Fighting Simulator (RFFS): Designed for hands-on fire safety training.
  • Survival Rooms: Equipped for Jungle and Polar survival scenarios, providing realistic emergency training.
  • Hypoxia Simulator and EVAS Trainer: Offering specialized training for in-flight oxygen deprivation and smoke emergencies.
  • Water Survival Pool: Ensuring crew members are fully prepared for water-based emergencies.

Source: Dynamic Advanced Training
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Ireland-based Pilot Training Organization Strengthens APS MCC Partnership with Belgian Flight School in 2026

United Kingdom – Simtech Aviation, a Dublin-based provider of APS MCC and airline preparation training, has strengthened its partnership with Belgium’s Air Academy New CAG through a campus visit focused on advancing cadet progression into multi-crew jet training.

  • Simtech Aviation’s Head of Sales & Commercial Operations, Maurice Shiels, visited Air Academy New CAG in Belgium.

  • During the visit, Simtech delivered insights to students on APS MCC training and next-stage airline preparation pathways.

About Air Academy New CAG
Air Academy New CAG is a pilot training center based at the Brussels South International Airport since 1976. With nearly 50 years of aeronautical experience and in-depth knowledge of the aviation sector, we offer a comprehensive training program, ranging from private pilot (PPL) to frozen ATPL (MEP-IR, CPL, Adv.UPRT), adaptable to all types of candidates, withprecise, personalized, and professional guidance. Air Academy New CAG is also specialized in a wide range of supplementary pilot training courses, including: SEP/TMG – Aerobatics- CB-IR – Flight Instructor – Flight Examiner – Pilatus PC12 Class Rating -Pilatus PC24 Base Training – Conversion of a glider pilot license (SPL) to a private pilot license (PPL).Our professional pilot students are trained to meet the most advanced requirements of airlines, thanks to our modern fleet of around 20 aircraft, including ALSIM AL42 simulators and aircraft such as the Sonaca 200, Diamond DA40, Diamond DA42, and Extra 330LX (Advanced UPRT). Our instructors are all experienced pilots, either currently active or retired from the civil and military aviation sectors. Today, our alumni are employed by most major European and international airlines. The various types of training we offer allow them to work in passenger transport, cargo transport, business aviation, and aerial work.

Source: Simtech Aviation
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Acron Aviation Releases 2026 Guide on Scaling Airline Training Programs

Global – Acron Aviation has published a practical guide advocating hybrid pilot training delivery models, positioning integrated classroom simulation, remote learning, and optimized full flight simulator (FFS) utilization as a solution to projected global demand for 660,000 new pilots by 2044.

  • The company highlights key bottlenecks facing airline training departments:

    • High-cost full flight simulator time

    • Instructor shortages

    • Infrastructure constraints limiting scalability

  • The guide outlines a hybrid training framework combining:

    • Classroom-based simulation

    • Remote learning environments

    • Strategic FFS allocation

    • Flat panel and advanced training devices

  • The document includes:

    • A four-pillar training framework

    • A 12–18 month implementation roadmap

    • Performance metrics for tracking capacity and outcomes

    • Deployment risk factors and critical success considerations

  • The methodology is based on field implementation using Acron Aviation’s FMST, ETHOS, VFD, and flat panel training systems.

Check out the guide here.

Source: Acron Aviation
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UK’s Oxford Airline Training Now Open

United Kingdom — Oxford Airline Training, established in June 2025 as a sister company to Triple J Aviation Engineering based at London Oxford Airport, has officially opened its purpose-built training centre, introducing scalable airline-oriented program’s supported by Airbus A320 and Boeing 737NG FTD1 simulators and Diamond DA42 FNPTII devices.

  • The new facility is equipped with:

    • Airbus A320 FTD

    • Boeing 737-800W (NG) FTD

    • Diamond DA42 FNPTII

    • Dedicated training aircraft

  • Available to book immediately:

    • APS MCC

    • MCC Instructor (MCCI)

    • Airline Assessment Preparation

    • Simulator Dry Hire (A320 FTD, 737-800W FTD, DA42 FNPT)

  • Additional scheduled program launches:

    • Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (AUPRT) – Q2 2026

    • Combined MEP–IR–CPL – Q3 2026

  • The centre will also host a Discovery Day, allowing prospective students to explore facilities and training pathways.

Check out AFM’s coverage of its new launch here UK Based Oxford Airline Training Launches Modular Pilot Training Under Revived Brand – AFM.aero

Source: Oxford Airline Training
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