CAT: Civil Aviation Training

The civil aviation training market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing global air traffic and the subsequent need for skilled pilots and crew. As of 2023, the global civil aerospace simulation and training market was valued at approximately $5.2 billion and is expected to reach $7.1 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.5%​ (IMARC)​.

Key Market Drivers

1. Pilot Demand: The commercial aviation sector is witnessing a significant pilot shortage. Boeing's 2022 Pilot & Technician Outlook projects a global demand for approximately 602,000 new pilots over the next two decades. This high demand is driving the growth of flight training programs and the need for advanced simulation technologies​.
2. Technological Advancements: Innovations in flight simulators, including full-flight simulators (FFS) and flight training devices (FTD), are enhancing the training experience. These technologies provide realistic training environments that replicate various flight scenarios, weather conditions, and emergency situations, which are crucial for pilot skill development and safety​​.
3. Recovery from COVID-19: The aviation industry has largely recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic, with air travel demand surpassing pre-pandemic levels in many regions. This recovery is driving investments in new aircraft and the expansion of flight training programs to meet the rising demand for qualified pilots​​.
4. Passenger and Staff Safety: The airline industry has an enviable safety record yet aircraft and airports can be dangerous for those involved in their operation. Human error, more than mechanical failure, is usually cited in accident and incident reports; professionalism and excellent training must remain a key focus to reduce and prevent error.

How we support the industry

High-Quality, Independent Editorial Content

CAT is renowned for its high-quality, independent editorial content. Our international team of editors and writers leverage their extensive knowledge and industry experience to address global training challenges and present effective solutions. This expertise helps aviation training professionals shape their visions and identify best practices, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

Expert Editorial Team

Our editorial team is highly respected in the simulation and training community worldwide. They bring unparalleled journalistic credibility, supported by decades of industry experience. This depth of expertise ensures that CAT remains a trusted source of information and insight for aviation training professionals.

Marty Kauchak, Group Editor
Amanda Towner, News Editor
Patrick Johnston, Digital Publishing Manager

Press Release Submission Guidelines

We are able to publish press releases free of charge to Halldale.com as long as they pertain to the simulation & training industries we cover and are not promotional in nature.  To send us your latest news and announcements, please email Amanda Towner. For all other editorial queries contact cateditorial@halldale.com.

Edits to Content

We try to remain unbiased in the news we share, therefore we are not able to publish promotional material. Phrases like "industry leading", "game changing", "innovative", "the most", "pioneer", "ideal" etc. are removed from press releases to keep the content newsworthy. This includes the removal of quotes that serve solely for promotional purposes. We may also edit the title and teaser to match our editorial guidelines and to help increase reader engagement. Halldale Group reserves the right to edit submitted content for clarity, length, and style. Edited versions are not sent back for approval prior to publication.

To publish your news without subject to editing, we have Sponsored Content options available.  For more information and to discuss Sponsored Content opportunities, please contact:

• Jeremy Humphreys (EMEA, APAC): jeremy.humphreys@halldale.com, +44 (0)1252 532009
• Holly Foster (The Americas): holly.foster@halldale.com, +1 813 994 0191

Format and Guidelines

Press releases:

• Word Files or pasted in email body (1 image attached separately as its own file, see Images section below).
• 200-350 words.
• Please no promotional content (or see Sponsored Content above)

Images:

• 1 image per release of at least 800 x 600 pixels or larger (we can crop to these exact dimensions as long as the original image is larger than these specifications).
• Jpg file format attached separately (not within the document).
• Image credits/captions if needed.
• Promotional images will not be accepted (no watermarks, text marketing, or logos overlaid on the image).
• If an image is not available, we can use a stock image, however, providing your own image will help streamline the publication of your news.

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• Global Reach: Leverage our extensive digital platform to reach a highly targeted, engaged audience of aviation training professionals worldwide.
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