Fiji Airways Acquires Boeing 737MAX Simulator
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Fiji Airways Acquires Boeing 737MAX Simulator
In a milestone deal, Fiji Airways today confirmed the acquisition of a CAE Boeing 737 MAX aircraft full simulator for the academy from the Canadian simulator manufacturer CAE.
The plans for the academy was announced by the Government in the 2016 National Budget and speaking on behalf of the Government, Attorney General, Minister for Economy and Minister responsible for Civil Aviation Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum said it had been Government's long term vision to provide an all-encompassing, end-to-end world-class training facility for aviators.
"Today is a step towards making this Fiji Aviation Academy a reality," Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said.
"Having such elite partners like CAE and Boeing in this project proves once again that Fiji continues to attract credible and reputable investors who are confident in the Fijian Government's policies and vision. The Fiji Aviation Academy will be a lasting legacy for the future of Fijian aviation."
Fiji Airways managing director and CEO Andre Viljoen said this was one of the most important developments in Fiji Airways' and Fiji's aviation history.
Fiji Airways is now working with Government to secure a location for the academy in Nadi and concurrently selecting its management team.
The plans for the academy was announced by the Government in the 2016 National Budget and speaking on behalf of the Government, Attorney General, Minister for Economy and Minister responsible for Civil Aviation Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum said it had been Government's long term vision to provide an all-encompassing, end-to-end world-class training facility for aviators.
"Today is a step towards making this Fiji Aviation Academy a reality," Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said.
"Having such elite partners like CAE and Boeing in this project proves once again that Fiji continues to attract credible and reputable investors who are confident in the Fijian Government's policies and vision. The Fiji Aviation Academy will be a lasting legacy for the future of Fijian aviation."
Fiji Airways managing director and CEO Andre Viljoen said this was one of the most important developments in Fiji Airways' and Fiji's aviation history.
Fiji Airways is now working with Government to secure a location for the academy in Nadi and concurrently selecting its management team.
Fiji acquires aircraft full simulator - Fiji Times Online
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+ lots happening at FJ ....
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21-Jun-2017 12:45 PM
Fiji Airways Part 1: pursues fleet renewal and expansion with 737 MAX 8s and A350s or 787s
Fiji Airways is planning a new expansion phase, which will include growth across its regional, medium haul and long haul networks. The flag carrier is also working to improve its offline access through new and expanded codeshare partnerships, including a potential joint venture with Samoa’s planned new flag carrier.
Services to mainland China and Japan will be launched and San Francisco could be upgraded to daily as the widebody fleet is expanded. Narrowbody expansion will enable growth in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific
Fiji Airways will be renewing its fleet as the fleet is expanded. It has already committed to replacing its 737-800s with 737 MAX 8s, and has begun an evaluation of the A350 and 787, which could be acquired to replace its A330 fleet.
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21-Jun-2017 12:45 PM
Fiji Airways Part 1: pursues fleet renewal and expansion with 737 MAX 8s and A350s or 787s
Fiji Airways is planning a new expansion phase, which will include growth across its regional, medium haul and long haul networks. The flag carrier is also working to improve its offline access through new and expanded codeshare partnerships, including a potential joint venture with Samoa’s planned new flag carrier.
Services to mainland China and Japan will be launched and San Francisco could be upgraded to daily as the widebody fleet is expanded. Narrowbody expansion will enable growth in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific
Fiji Airways will be renewing its fleet as the fleet is expanded. It has already committed to replacing its 737-800s with 737 MAX 8s, and has begun an evaluation of the A350 and 787, which could be acquired to replace its A330 fleet.
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22-Jun-2017 12:30 PM
Fiji Airways Part 2: second phase of long haul network expansion to include China and Japan
Fiji Airways is planning to pursue further expansion of its network as the airline grows its narrowbody and widebody fleet. The airline has expanded its fleet from seven to nine aircraft since the beginning of 2015, and expects to operate 11 to 12 aircraft by the end of 2019.
Fiji Airways doubled the size of its long haul network in 2016 as it launched San Francisco and Singapore following the delivery of a fourth widebody aircraft. The airline is aiming to add another two long haul destinations by the end of 2019, with the launch of services to China and Japan. Fiji Airways is also eager to expand to San Francisco, which was recently upgraded to a year-round service, from twice weekly frequencies to daily.
Meanwhile, Fiji Airways is expanding its partnership portfolio in 2017 through new codeshares with Jet Airways, Hong Kong Airlines and Jetstar Asia. It has also forged a partnership with the Samoan government, which will involve Fiji Airways assisting and working closely with the new flag carrier being established to replace Virgin Samoa.
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22-Jun-2017 12:30 PM
Fiji Airways Part 2: second phase of long haul network expansion to include China and Japan
Fiji Airways is planning to pursue further expansion of its network as the airline grows its narrowbody and widebody fleet. The airline has expanded its fleet from seven to nine aircraft since the beginning of 2015, and expects to operate 11 to 12 aircraft by the end of 2019.
Fiji Airways doubled the size of its long haul network in 2016 as it launched San Francisco and Singapore following the delivery of a fourth widebody aircraft. The airline is aiming to add another two long haul destinations by the end of 2019, with the launch of services to China and Japan. Fiji Airways is also eager to expand to San Francisco, which was recently upgraded to a year-round service, from twice weekly frequencies to daily.
Meanwhile, Fiji Airways is expanding its partnership portfolio in 2017 through new codeshares with Jet Airways, Hong Kong Airlines and Jetstar Asia. It has also forged a partnership with the Samoan government, which will involve Fiji Airways assisting and working closely with the new flag carrier being established to replace Virgin Samoa.
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Just saw online $883 SYD/SFo or SYD/LAX return departing after Jan 19. Fricking cheap. Guess their location helps. Also can stop in Fiji.
Call me a sceptic... Usd$45m/Fjd$100m...it's going to be hard to drive a return on capital out of that. They would have been better expensing Hawaii and Florida sims out of opex. Regionally if QF and NZ get the Max, they will train in-house. Then again the Fijian business mentality is 'best/cheapest' cost. See how it turns out for them 
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Where do they use simulators for the current Airbus and Boeing Fleets?
Cost is extreme for such a token fleet but with all the costs with training offshore probably a good investment long term.
Cost is extreme for such a token fleet but with all the costs with training offshore probably a good investment long term.
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Call me a sceptic... Usd$45m/Fjd$100m...it's going to be hard to drive a return on capital out of that. They would have been better expensing Hawaii and Florida sims out of opex. Regionally if QF and NZ get the Max, they will train in-house. Then again the Fijian business mentality is 'best/cheapest' cost. See how it turns out for them
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Seems to make a lot of sense. Travel and HOTAC alone probably pays a fair proportion let alone lost productivity. Being owned by QF and the Fijian Govt I would be surprised if there is any Chinese money involved but who knows.
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A few more details:
$93m aviation academy - Fiji Times Online
A $US45 million (F$93m) world-class aviation training academy will be set up in the country, enabling pilots from Fiji Airways and the region to train at the Nadi International Airport.
This announcement was made by Fiji Airways managing director and chief executive officer, Andre Viljoen while signing a letter of intent (LOI) with Canadian simulator manufacturer, CAE Inc, to confirm the acquisition of a CAE Boeing 737 MAX aircraft full simulator for the proposed academy.
Mr Viljoen said the academy would have two full flight simulators installed during phase one of the project.
"Today's signing for a B737 MAX full flight simulator with CAE shows that we are progressing well with our plans," he said.
He said the next step of the project would be the selection of a full simulator for widebody aircraft, followed by the development in phase 2 of an "abinitio" cadet pilot training school with state-of-the-art fixed training devices.
"Not only will Fiji Airways benefit from improved operational efficiencies and cost reduction, it will also accelerate the development of command-quality captains in line with our standards and requirements," Mr Viljoen said.
"In the long run, the academy will reduce the need for as many expatriate pilots and bring earnings to the country from selling simulator time," Mr Viljoen said.
Attorney-General, Minister for Economy and Minister Responsible for Civil Aviation Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum said once the whole project was completed, Fiji would have the first such academy in the Pacific Islands adding new economic opportunities and consolidating Fiji's hub status.
Both simulators, which will cost $US30 million ($F62m) for phase one, are planned to be installed by late 2018.
This announcement was made by Fiji Airways managing director and chief executive officer, Andre Viljoen while signing a letter of intent (LOI) with Canadian simulator manufacturer, CAE Inc, to confirm the acquisition of a CAE Boeing 737 MAX aircraft full simulator for the proposed academy.
Mr Viljoen said the academy would have two full flight simulators installed during phase one of the project.
"Today's signing for a B737 MAX full flight simulator with CAE shows that we are progressing well with our plans," he said.
He said the next step of the project would be the selection of a full simulator for widebody aircraft, followed by the development in phase 2 of an "abinitio" cadet pilot training school with state-of-the-art fixed training devices.
"Not only will Fiji Airways benefit from improved operational efficiencies and cost reduction, it will also accelerate the development of command-quality captains in line with our standards and requirements," Mr Viljoen said.
"In the long run, the academy will reduce the need for as many expatriate pilots and bring earnings to the country from selling simulator time," Mr Viljoen said.
Attorney-General, Minister for Economy and Minister Responsible for Civil Aviation Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum said once the whole project was completed, Fiji would have the first such academy in the Pacific Islands adding new economic opportunities and consolidating Fiji's hub status.
Both simulators, which will cost $US30 million ($F62m) for phase one, are planned to be installed by late 2018.
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Just FYI, QF own 46% of FJ but have no say in the airline since they had their legs cut out from under them by the Fiji govt back in 2012.
If FJ based their Max sim in Aus then VA would be a client. They'd sign up for 1 year and use it for 10.
But if I have to do my Max conversion in Nadi, well... ok then.
But if I have to do my Max conversion in Nadi, well... ok then.
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What chance NZ get the Max when they have A320s atm and 321s coming.
