
African Pilot Magazine:
Training & Skills Development

CAE Forecasts 1.5 Million Civil Aviation Professionals Needed Over Next 10 Years
CAE’s 2025 Aviation Talent Forecast reveals a global need for 1.5 million aviation professionals by 2034, including pilots, maintenance technicians, cabin crew, and for the first time, air traffic controllers. The report outlines challenges and innovations shaping aviation’s future workforce.

Tecnam Boasts Major Aircraft Order from FSTC EUROPE: A Look at this Training Aircraft
Tecnam partners with FSTC EUROPE to deliver 25 modern training aircraft, including the P-Mentor and P2006T NG, advancing sustainable pilot training in Europe.

Aviation Talent Shortages: A Global Problem with Local Impacts
Aviation’s global talent shortage has far-reaching implications for Africa. This article explores the challenges and opportunities facing the continent’s aviation workforce and outlines coordinated actions needed to ensure future growth.

Training for the Unthinkable: New Global Guidance on Pilot Incapacitation Has Been Released
In response to a mid-air medical emergency, IFALPA has released new global guidelines on pilot incapacitation training. The paper stresses early recognition, mental health awareness, and simulator preparedness, with growing relevance for African aviation safety.

Ethiopian Aviation University Graduates 974 Students in Various Aviation and Hospitality Fields
Ethiopian Aviation University celebrates the graduation of 974 students in the aviation and hospitality fields, marking a significant milestone in building skilled professionals across Africa and reinforcing Ethiopian Airlines’ leadership in aviation training.

Training for the Unthinkable: New Global Guidance on Pilot Incapacitation Has Been Released
In response to a mid-air medical emergency, IFALPA has released new global guidelines on pilot incapacitation training. The paper stresses early recognition, mental health awareness, and simulator preparedness, with growing relevance for African aviation safety.

Ethiopian Aviation University Graduates 974 Students in Various Aviation and Hospitality Fields
Ethiopian Aviation University celebrates the graduation of 974 students in the aviation and hospitality fields, marking a significant milestone in building skilled professionals across Africa and reinforcing Ethiopian Airlines’ leadership in aviation training.

Simaero South Africa Expands Training Capabilities with the Addition of an Embraer E190 Full-Flight Simulator
Simaero South Africa has added a certified Embraer E190 full-flight simulator at its Johannesburg training centre to meet the growing demand for E-Jet training. This expansion strengthens the region’s role as a key aviation training hub and supports airlines transitioning from ERJ 145 to E190.

Need to Conquer Your Fear of Flying? This Course Could Help You Fly with Confidence
Simuflight and Clinical Psychologist Shai Friedland launch a specialised Fear of Flying course using CBT techniques and flight simulators to help individuals overcome flight anxiety and fly with confidence.

ALSIM provides Cirrus with the new SR Series G7 simulator
ALSIM has delivered the new Cirrus SR Series G7 simulator, providing advanced pilot training solutions with cutting-edge Garmin avionics and Cirrus aircraft familiarisation. Learn more about its features and how it enhances aviation training at Cirrus Training Centres.

Airways Aviation Achieves Official Garmin Aviation Dealer Status
Airways Aviation has achieved official Garmin Aviation dealer status, strengthening its partnership with Garmin and enhancing its ability to support its growing global fleet of Garmin-equipped aircraft and simulators. This new status also enables the company to extend avionics sales and service support across the EMEA region.

ALSIM provides Cirrus with the new SR Series G7 simulator
ALSIM has delivered the new Cirrus SR Series G7 simulator, providing advanced pilot training solutions with cutting-edge Garmin avionics and Cirrus aircraft familiarisation. Learn more about its features and how it enhances aviation training at Cirrus Training Centres.

Airways Aviation Achieves Official Garmin Aviation Dealer Status
Airways Aviation has achieved official Garmin Aviation dealer status, strengthening its partnership with Garmin and enhancing its ability to support its growing global fleet of Garmin-equipped aircraft and simulators. This new status also enables the company to extend avionics sales and service support across the EMEA region.
