Latvian flag carrier airBaltic has expanded its training facilities with the introduction of a second A220 full-flight simulator at its training centre in the Latvian capital Riga.
This addition is set to enhance the airline’s ability to train and maintain the qualifications of its team of pilots, while also supporting the airline’s growing Airbus fleet and the ongoing development of the airBaltic pilot academy.
As airBaltic continues to grow, with nearly 50 aircraft currently in operation and with plans to operate 100 A220-300 aircraft by 2030, the airline’s demand for pilot training has significantly increased.
Martin Gauss, president and CEO of airBaltic, stated that the introduction of this second simulator not only “supports the future growth” of the airline but also strengthens its position as a “key player" within the industry.
The new simulator will offer 6,000 hours of availability per year, with an optimal utilisation target of 5,500 to 6,000 hours.