ASL Australia signs preferred supplier agreement with Acron Aviation for Boeing 737 pilot training
Acron Aviation Commercial Training Solutions (CTS) has strengthened its relationship with ASL Airlines Australia following the signing of a preferred supplier agreement to deliver Boeing 737 Type Rating training through to the end of 2028.
The multi-year agreement builds on the successful delivery of Boeing 737 Type Rating training for ASL Airlines Australia pilots at CTS’ London Training Centre in the first half of 2026. The agreement also includes a provision for pilots that need to complete Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation (APS MCC) training.
As part of the partnership, CTS has worked closely with ASL Airlines Australia to further tailor its Type Rating training by completing a standardisation programme that incorporates the airline’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) into the course.
Patrick Davis, Vice President and General Manager, Acron Aviation Commercial Training Solutions, said: “We’re delighted that ASL Airlines Australia has extended its partnership with Acron Aviation and selected us as a preferred supplier for Boeing 737 Type Rating training through to the end of 2028.” Davis continued, “This agreement reflects the confidence ASL Australia has in the quality of our training, our instructors and our ability to deliver customer-focused solutions that prepare pilots for airline operations from day one.”
By aligning training with airline-specific procedures and operational standards, CTS’ collaborative approach helps ensure pilots transition seamlessly from simulator training into operator conversion and line operations, supporting safe and effective flight operations from the outset.
Captain Nathan Burkitt, Head of Training and Checking, Flight Operations, ASL Australia, said: “Feedback from our trainees on the course, facilities, instructors and overall training environment at Acron Aviation has been overwhelmingly positive, with particular praise for the instructors’ professionalism, knowledge and commitment to helping every pilot succeed.” Capt. Burkitt added, “The standard of manual handling, automation management and generic Boeing knowledge demonstrated by the candidates on return was very good. All trainees arrived at their Operator Initial Conversion training well prepared and clearly had a solid foundation from the type rating programme.”
The agreement further reinforces CTS’ position as a trusted training partner for airlines around the world, delivering tailored pilot training programmes that combine industry-leading instructors, advanced simulation technology and close collaboration with customers to meet their operational requirements.
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