Flight Training Alliance (FTA), Airbus, and the Airbus Asia Training Centre (AATC) will establish the first Airbus A220 full-flight simulator capability in the Asia-Pacific region.
A new CAE 7000XR full-flight simulator will be installed at AATC’s facility at Singapore’s Seletar Aerospace Park. It is expected to become operational during the fourth quarter of 2027. FTA – a joint venture between CAE and Lufthansa Aviation Training and Airbus’ authorised training provider for the A220 – will supply the simulator. AATC will operate the device and deliver training.
The deployment will mark FTA’s first A220 training facility in Asia-Pacific, complementing its existing European operations in Frankfurt, Zurich and Rome. It will provide airlines with locally based initial and recurrent pilot training as the regional A220 fleet expands.
AATC, jointly owned by Airbus and Singapore Airlines, already provides training for several Airbus types. It can accommodate up to 10,000 trainees annually. Its Singapore facility currently houses simulators covering the A320, A330, A350 and A380. It also houses an ATR 72-600 device.
“Asia-Pacific continues to be one of the most dynamic aviation regions in the world, with expanding fleets driving demand for qualified pilots,” said Susanne Kuehl, managing director and CFO, FTA. “By expanding A220 training capacity in Singapore, we are bringing high-fidelity training closer to our customers and helping ensure pilots have access to the training and resources they need to support safe and efficient operations. This deployment reflects FTA’s commitment to supporting our customers’ growth and helping develop the skilled aviation workforce required for the region’s future.”
Indeed, demand for A220 training in Asia-Pacific is expected to increase substantially. Existing operators include Qantas, Korean Air and Air Niugini, while AirAsia placed a firm order for 150 A220-300s in May 2026, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2028. The latter Malaysian airline group also holds options for a further 150 aircraft.
