AAV News in Brief 05 May 2026

CPaT Partners with AeroLogic for training: CPaT Global announced they have been awarded a new contract with AeroLogic. CPaT will be providing AeroLogic with its Boeing 777 Freighter Aircraft Systems courses and General Subjects library, along with access to its content development platform, CPaT Invent. The training will incorporate scenario-based learning designed to support real-world application. “CPaT is proud to support AeroLogic with flexible training solutions that can be adapted to their specific operational needs,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales. “With the ability to customize course content through CPaT Invent and apply scenario-based learning approaches, AeroLogic can ensure their training remains relevant, effective, and aligned with how their crews operate on a daily basis.” “We are pleased to have found a new partner in CPaT for our CBT training for our employees. We are confident that, with CPaT’s help, we will be able to further develop our distance learning courses and take it to the next level.” AeroLogic is based out of Germany. Plaza Premium Group’s Smart Traveller wins marketing awards: Plaza Premium Group (PPG announced its global digital rewards platform, Smart Traveller, has been recognised with two top honours at the 7th Loyalty & Engagement Awards Ceremony 2026, organised by Marketing‑Interactive Magazine. Smart Traveller received the Best Cross‑Regional Loyalty Campaign Silver Medal and Best Partnership Loyalty Campaign Silver Medal awards, underscoring the platform’s strong performance in delivering impactful, customer‑centric loyalty initiatives across multiple markets and partners. These wins recognise Smart Traveller’s impact in building a compelling, cross‑regional loyalty offering, as well as the strength of its partnership‑driven approach in highly competitive travel and hospitality categories. Smart Traveller stood out for its ability to connect with diverse audiences across regions while maintaining a cohesive global brand experience. “Winning in both categories is a strong validation of the vision behind Smart Traveller,” said Simon Huang, Managing Director, Smart Traveller. “It reflects our commitment to building a loyalty platform that not only connects travellers across markets and connecting our partners to travellers but also helps shape the future of travel rewards.” Akasa Air connects Delhi and Gwalior: Akasa Air announced the launch of direct flights connecting Gwalior with Delhi. The launch was marked by a special ceremony at Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Airport to commemorate the first flight. A ceremonial lamp was lit in the presence of by Shri Pradyum Singh Tomar, District President, Gwalior, representatives from Akasa Air, alongside leadership members from Gwalior Airport. The first passenger was felicitated with a special boarding pass followed by a celebratory cake-cutting ceremony. Since its inception, Akasa Air has redefined flying in India with its multiple industry-first and customer-friendly offerings. Its brand-new fleet provides ample legroom and enhanced comfort and comes with USB ports in the majority of aircraft, allowing passengers to charge their gadgets and devices on the go. Akasa Air offers over 25+ ancillary products to deliver on its promise of exceptional customer service, such as Akasa GetEarly, Seat & Meal Deal, Extra Seat and Akasa Holidays, which offer personalisation that is second to none. Consistently enhancing the cabin experience for its customers, Akasa has launched several industry-firsts such as SkyScore by Akasa, SkyLights and QuietFlights. Vietjet ground handling arm handles new India flight: Airport NEO Ground Services Company —evolved from Vietjet’s Ground Services Center (VJGS) — has successfully handled Air India’s inaugural scheduled international flight to Hanoi at Noi Bai International Airport. Airport NEO delivers a full suite of ground handling services for Air India’s flights to and from Hanoi, backed by rigorous safety and security standards, internationally benchmarked operations, and superior service quality. Launched in 2020 as VJGS, Airport NEO now provides a comprehensive ecosystem of services, including passenger handling, ramp operations, load control, inflight provisioning, cabin cleaning, ramp technical support, and commercial terminal services. With modern facilities and a dedicated professional workforce, the company ensures efficient self-handling for Vietjet flights, boosting operational control, safety, service quality, and on-time performance. This milestone with Air India further proves Airport NEO’s ability to meet the world’s strictest international standards. Looking ahead, Airport NEO will invest in infrastructure, equipment, and talent to deliver reliable services for domestic and international airlines. As a key pillar of Vietjet’s aviation ecosystem, it supports the group’s global expansion strategy. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Sally Passey at [email protected]