Intercontinental Aviation Academy buys ALSIM sim

ALSIM announced Dubai-based Intercontinental Aviation Academy (IAA) has invested in the AL40/42 simulator, a versatile training device designed to replicate the Diamond DA40 and DA42 aircraft. The AL40/42 simulator reproduces the Diamond specific interior cockpits and flight decks. Changing from the DA42 to the DA40 configuration is fast and easy and is performed by swapping only the dashboard and the middle console. The conversion kit provides two cockpit and central panels, including all a/c system switches, Garmin avionics, as well as the specific power levers, fuel selection and yaw trim panels. The AL40/42 model is designed for PPL, CPL and IR/ME training in compliance with current regulatory standards of EASA FNPT II, FAA AATD/FTD 5 and Transport Canada FTD Level 2 with IPC capability. Leonardo Rodrigues, Sales Manager at ALSIM said: “ALSIM is proud to have been chosen as the simulator provider as part of IAA’s impressive investments in pilot training and its rapid growth. Their new simulator can be used with both DA40 and DA42 cockpits, and the change between them takes only about 10 minutes, offering great flexibility and supporting modern, efficient training for future pilots.” “Our mission is to prepare the next generation of aviators with the best tools and standards available in the industry,” said Frederico Fernandes, CEO of Intercontinental Aviation Academy. “The addition of the ALSIM AL40/42 demonstrates our dedication to providing training that truly reflects real-world operations and airline expectations.” Piper Aircraft adds AviatorPro to flight school alliance Piper Aircraft announced a new strategic affiliation with AviatorPro for its ground school platform. “This new alliance isn’t just a milestone for AviatorPro, it’s a signal of where aviation training is heading,” said Luke Ormsby, President, AviatorPro. “Piper Aircraft and AviatorPro share a vision: that every student deserves a modern, world-class path to the flight deck. The future of aviation depends on the quality of the pilots we train today, and together we are taking that responsibility seriously by building something that will shape the industry for years to come.” Through this collaborative union, AviatorPro is bringing is ground school platform and training system to the venerable Archer TX and Seminole, developing aircraft-specific courses to pair with their existing lineup of FAA Part 141-approved, certificate-specific computer-based training. Members of the Piper Flight School Alliance will be able to utilise the platform to advance their training ecosystem as the exclusive ground school of the Alliance, supporting Piper’s 2026 initiative to expand the benefits available to Alliance members. “Piper Aircraft is committed to delivering the industry’s leading flight training aircraft and enriching students’ experiences throughout all stages of flight training,” said Ron Gunnarson, Vice President of Sales, Marketing, Customer Support, and Quality at Piper Aircraft. “Partnering with organisations like AviatorPro that share our passion for advanced, technology‑driven training ensures that future pilots have the tools they need to succeed. As we continue to expand the benefits available to Flight School Alliance members, our goal remains clear: to provide the best trainer fleet in the industry and equip our customers to stand out as leaders in flight training.” AviatorPro’s modern ground‑learning methodology enables students to complete their training with approximately 40 percent fewer instructional hours on average. Upon course completion, AviatorPro provides students with the required FAA endorsement to take their FAA Written Exam, streamlining the path to certification and ratings. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Sally Passey at [email protected]