Marijus Ravoitis, CEO of BAA Training, says: “At BAA Training, we are dedicated to shaping the future of aviation by providing top-tier training facilities and resources. This strategic acquisition will grow our aircraft fleet considerably, making BAA Training capable of efficiently training up to 1000 pilots annually. Approximately 200 cadets will be supplied to our parent company, which owns 12 airlines.”
“For over six decades, the Cessna 172 Skyhawk has inspired the next generation of pilots and served as the world’s leading flight trainer,” said Chris Crow, Vice President of Piston Sales. “We are delighted to continue the relationship with BAA Training to provide their students access to the most produced single-engine aircraft globally.”
The fleet expansion is poised to elevate the student-to-aircraft ratio significantly, ensuring a more conducive learning environment and enhanced training opportunities for future aviators. The aircraft will be equipped with state-of-the-art glass cockpits, replicating real-world airline environments, and providing students with invaluable hands-on experience. Integrated with the advanced Garmin G1000 system, these aircraft will feature exceptional capabilities, including precision navigation, weather monitoring, and enhanced situational awareness.
Currently, BAA Training’s primary flight base is at Lleida-Alguaire International Airport. However, the newly bought aircraft will operate in Spain, where an additional flight base will be launched in the second half of 2024, followed by more openings in 2025 and 2026 in other parts of Europe. Consequently, the new aircraft additions will be allocated among these flight bases based on the present demand.
BAA Training is part of the Irish company Avia Solutions Group family, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, with a fleet of 197 aircraft. The group also provides a range of aviation services, including MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling, and various associated services. Supported by 11,500 highly skilled aviation professionals, the group operates in 68 countries worldwide.
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About BAA Training
BAA Training is an international aviation training organization covering Europe, Asia Pacific, and Africa. It is a family member of Avia Solutions Group, the largest global ACMI provider with almost 100 MRO, ACMI, and Crew training locations worldwide. BAA Training has simulator centers in Spain, France, Lithuania, and Vietnam, a global sales representative office in Dubai, UAE, and one of the world’s biggest pilot consultancy centers in New Delhi, India.
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Annually, the organization processes around 100,000 flight hours in its own FFS/FTD and provides Type Rating for more than 1200 pilots, serving over 100 airlines and 300 private customers.
It is part of the minority of Europe’s EASA-standard Approved Training Organizations (ATOs) delivering both Ab Initio and Type Rating training. Besides ATPL Integrated, BAA Training offers CPL Modular, cadet, and MPL programs. It owns full flight simulators and flight training devices for Airbus A320, Boeing 737 MAX, Boeing 737 NG, Boeing 737 CL, and Boeing B747-400 types. It also has access to a network of 69 partners’ full flight simulators in 29 locations globally.
