Orlando, USA,2nd May 2024:

The Texas-based training organisation Sim-U-Tech is acquiring an Airbus A320 Level D Full Flight Simulator from Avion. The signing ceremony took place this week at the World Aviation Training Summit (WATS) in Orlando.

Michiel Verdonk (Sales Manager at Avion) and Kenneth Haney (President & CEO of Sim-U-Tech) at the signing ceremony during the World Aviation Training Summit.

The purchase marks the first Avion flight simulator for the US market. Avion’s Group CEO Manoj Pandey is proud to have landed the agreement: “This significant milestone marks a pivotal moment in Avion’s journey towards global expansion, and we are thrilled to announce our entry into the US market with this milestone contract. This underscores the dedication and expertise of our team, as well as the exceptional quality of our simulators. We are excited to embark on this journey and look forward to forging long-lasting partnerships in the US.”

The A320 Full Flight Simulator will be installed with CEO and NEO engine settings and the latest Airbus Standard 2.1. It is ready for the future, says Kenneth Haney, President and CEO of Sim-U-Tech: “I had the pleasure of flying the Avion A320 Full Flight Simulator at London Luton Airport. I was impressed by the technology and performance of the training device. The integration of technology, being able to get a lower carbon footprint, plus low operating costs made me choose Avion.”

Kenneth Haney (President & CEO of Sim-U-Tech) during a fly-out in the Avion A320 Full Flight Simulator at London Luton Airport.

Both companies are optimistic about the future, with options for multiple Avion training devices nationwide. Following today’s deal, Sim-U-Tech and Avion are also discussing modalities for sales and service representation for the US market.