HAVELSAN Enters India With A320NEO Simulators

28 Nov 2024 CW Team

Simaero is establishing its first state-of-the-art simulator training facility near Delhi International Airport, slated to become operational by the end of Q1 2025. The facility, built with an investment of $100 million, will initially house eight simulators, including HAVELSAN’s A320NEO full-flight simulator as its first operational unit.

Mehmet Akif Nacar, HAVELSAN’s CEO, emphasized the strategic importance of entering India, stating, “The Indian market is one of the largest and fastest-growing aviation markets. Our cost-effective solutions are well-suited for low-cost carriers dominating the region.” HAVELSAN’s simulators have already been adopted by Turkish Airlines and other prominent operators, but this venture marks their first step into the international market.

Simaero’s facility will also cater to other narrow-body aircraft, such as the ATR 72-600 and Boeing 737, addressing the soaring demand for pilot training fueled by record orders from Indian airlines. With over 1,000 aircraft on order, India’s aviation sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, spurred by regional connectivity initiatives and rising air travel demand.

Future Plans:

Wide-body simulators: As Indian airlines begin inducting wide-body aircraft by 2026-27, Simaero plans to expand its offerings. Satellite training centers: A further $100 million investment is planned to establish smaller training centers in cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. Significance for Indian Aviation: This partnership between HAVELSAN and Simaero aligns with India’s increasing need for pilot training infrastructure, ensuring a steady supply of qualified pilots to support the burgeoning aviation sector. The collaboration reinforces India’s position as a global hub for aviation innovation and training.

Turkey’s leading flight simulator manufacturer, HAVELSAN, has made its debut in the Indian market in collaboration with French pilot training firm Simaero. This marks HAVELSAN’s first-ever international export of aircraft simulators, signaling its entry into one of the fastest-growing aviation markets. Simaero is establishing its first state-of-the-art simulator training facility near Delhi International Airport, slated to become operational by the end of Q1 2025. The facility, built with an investment of $100 million, will initially house eight simulators, including HAVELSAN’s A320NEO full-flight simulator as its first operational unit. Mehmet Akif Nacar, HAVELSAN’s CEO, emphasized the strategic importance of entering India, stating, “The Indian market is one of the largest and fastest-growing aviation markets. Our cost-effective solutions are well-suited for low-cost carriers dominating the region.” HAVELSAN’s simulators have already been adopted by Turkish Airlines and other prominent operators, but this venture marks their first step into the international market. Simaero’s facility will also cater to other narrow-body aircraft, such as the ATR 72-600 and Boeing 737, addressing the soaring demand for pilot training fueled by record orders from Indian airlines. With over 1,000 aircraft on order, India’s aviation sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, spurred by regional connectivity initiatives and rising air travel demand. Future Plans: Wide-body simulators: As Indian airlines begin inducting wide-body aircraft by 2026-27, Simaero plans to expand its offerings. Satellite training centers: A further $100 million investment is planned to establish smaller training centers in cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. Significance for Indian Aviation: This partnership between HAVELSAN and Simaero aligns with India’s increasing need for pilot training infrastructure, ensuring a steady supply of qualified pilots to support the burgeoning aviation sector. The collaboration reinforces India’s position as a global hub for aviation innovation and training.

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