L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions has taken steps to address the growing need for pilot training in the Asia-Pacific region by signing an agreement to produce flight simulators in China.
In a deal with China’s Zhuhai Xiangyi Aviation Technology, the concern has signed a memorandum of understanding to “discuss producing full flight simulators for the commercial aviation market in the People’s Republic of China.”
The pair would like to see the deployment of full flight simulators in China speed up and seek to become pivotal suppliers to Chinese airlines.
“These exclusive discussions will explore how we can leverage each other’s brand strengths, production expertise, and geographical footprint to meet ever-increasing airline demands in the Asia-Pacific region,” said Alan Crawford, president, L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions. “Together, we expect the Asia market to grow exponentially. This partnership will help meet their pilot training needs.”
Zhuhai Xiangyi Aviation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Southern Airlines. The business is a leading flight training provider and simulation technology developer in China, L3Harris said.
L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions provides training solutions for pilots and trainers across various commercial platforms. The business offers cadet pilot training, airline training, type certification, multi-pilot licenses, and simulation products.