Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) has placed an order for three twin-engine DA42-VI aircraft and its corresponding flight simulator from Diamond Aircraft Industries. The total deal is valued at EUR 4 million in list prices. The addition of the new fleet of aircraft from Diamond Aircraft will allow EFTA to offer multi-engine piston (MEP) training to its cadets, providing them with the opportunity to gain experience on three different types of aircraft before being licensed.
Capt Abdulla Al Hammadi, Vice President, Emirates Flight Training Academy, said, “Our new fleet from Diamond Aircraft is part of our larger strategic intent for our cadet programme. It helps us design a bridging MEP programme for cadets to gain more flying experience while progressing from a single engine to a light jet aircraft. It strengthens our offering and makes it more unique, rounded and robust. Our cadets will benefit hugely as they gain experience on three different types of aircraft, even before they’re licensed. The new fleet also helps us go above and beyond on complying with the new GCAA guidelines. The DA42-VI is reliable, eco-friendly and a practical platform for MEP training. We’re confident we’ve made the right choice.”