ASL Australia signs preferred supplier agreement with Acron Aviation for 737 pilot training

Acron Aviation Commercial Training Solutions (CTS) has strengthened its relationship with ASL Airlines Australia following the signing of a preferred supplier agreement to deliver Boeing 737 Type Rating training through to the end of 2028. The multi-year agreement builds on the successful delivery of Boeing 737 Type Rating training for ASL Airlines Australia pilots at CTS’ London Training Centre in the first half of 2026. The agreement also includes a provision for pilots that need to complete Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation (APS MCC) training. As part of the partnership, CTS has worked closely with ASL Airlines Australia to further tailor its Type Rating training by completing a standardisation programme that incorporates the airline’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) into the course. Patrick Davis, Vice President and General Manager, Acron Aviation Commercial Training Solutions, said: “We’re delighted that ASL Airlines Australia has extended its partnership with Acron Aviation and selected us as a preferred supplier for Boeing 737 Type Rating training through to the end of 2028.” Davis continued, “This agreement reflects the confidence ASL Australia has in the quality of our training, our instructors and our ability to deliver customer-focused solutions that prepare pilots for airline operations from day one.” By aligning training with airline-specific procedures and operational standards, CTS’ collaborative approach helps ensure pilots transition seamlessly from simulator training into operator conversion and line operations, supporting safe and effective flight operations from the outset. Captain Nathan Burkitt, Head of Training and Checking, Flight Operations, ASL Australia, said: “Feedback from our trainees on the course, facilities, instructors and overall training environment at Acron Aviation has been overwhelmingly positive, with particular praise for the instructors’ professionalism, knowledge and commitment to helping every pilot succeed.” Capt. Burkitt added, “The standard of manual handling, automation management and generic Boeing knowledge demonstrated by the candidates on return was very good. All trainees arrived at their Operator Initial Conversion training well prepared and clearly had a solid foundation from the type rating programme.” Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna adds ALSIM AL250 simulator ALSIM announced that MAPÚA Malayan Colleges Laguna (Mapúa MCL) in the Philippines has selected the ALSIM AL250 simulator, equipped with the Engineering Pack, to enhance both pilot training and aeronautical engineering education. The simulator addresses the initial phase of training needs (PPL, CPL, Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings) and is a SEP/MEP reconfigurable simulator certified as an EASA FNPT II, FAA AATD, and Transport Canada FTD Level 2 with IPC capability. In addition, it offers both analog and glass cockpits for each aircraft at the simple flick of a switch. To further enhance its training and research capabilities, Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna has chosen to integrate the ALSIM Engineering Pack. This advanced solution allows engineering students to independently design and test aircraft models on the ALSIM AL250 simulator. Integrated within MATLAB® and Simulink®, ALSIM Engineering Pack offers endless possibilities to create custom concept instruments, extract nearly 4000 editable variables, modify aircraft flight characteristics, integrate external pilot monitoring systems and generally support research trials. Capt. Michael John P. Reyes, Ph.D., Dean of the Mapúa-Laguna Institute of Aviation, said: “The Mapúa-Laguna Institute of Aviation chose to acquire the ALSIM AL250 simulator with the Engineering Pack as part of its strategic commitment to integrating advanced technology into aviation and engineering education. The ALSIM AL250 provides versatile flight simulation capabilities across multiple aircraft types, enabling realistic and industry-standard pilot training, while the E-Pack complements this by offering powerful computational tools for modeling, data analysis, and system design. Together, these platforms allow Mapúa MCL to deliver experiential, evidence-based learning that bridges aviation operations with engineering problem-solving. This choice reflects the institution’s drive to modernize its curriculum, strengthen industry partnerships, and prepare globally competitive graduates who are proficient in both practical flight simulation and analytical engineering methods.” For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Sally Passey at [email protected]