Ethiopian Airlines has become the first A350 XWB Simulator operator in Africa and among the few in the world.
The machine is fitted with a full electrical motion system which delivers improved performance while providing energy savings and environmental benefits.
Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, remarked: “The introduction of the A350 XWB Full-Flight Simulator is a continuation of our pioneering role in African aviation Technology. It is part of our strategic roadmap to be fully self-sufficient in the provision of pilot training in all the aircraft type we operate. It complements the other full-flight simulators we are already operating.”
In a statement, the airline said they have invested over 125 million $ in the last 7 years to expand and upgrade all the facets of their training capabilities in a bid to bridge the aviation skill gap in Africa.
The Pilot Training School of the airline has trained pilots from over 52 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Europe for close to 50 years.
With its over six decades of existence, the training division of the airline, Ethiopian Aviation Academy, ICAO designated center of excellence, is a world class Aviation Training Center offering full range of Aviation Training Programs.
