CAT: Civil Aviation Training

Civil Aviation Training (CAT) is the world’s premier online source of content dedicated to airline simulation and training. Since its inception in 1990, CAT has been at the forefront of highlighting the latest training practices for pilots, cabin crew, maintainers, and ground operations throughout the civil aviation safety industry.

The civil aviation training market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing global air traffic and the subsequent need for skilled pilots and crew. As of 2023, the global civil aerospace simulation and training market was valued at approximately $5.2 billion and is expected to reach $7.1 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.5% (IMARC).

Key Market Drivers

Pilot Demand: The commercial aviation sector is witnessing a significant pilot shortage. Boeing's 2022 Pilot & Technician Outlook projects a global demand for approximately 602,000 new pilots over the next two decades. This high demand is driving the growth of flight training programs and the need for advanced simulation technologies.
Technological Advancements: Innovations in flight simulators, including full-flight simulators (FFS) and flight training devices (FTD), are enhancing the training experience. These technologies provide realistic training environments that replicate various flight scenarios, weather conditions, and emergency situations, which are crucial for pilot skill development and safety.
Recovery from COVID-19: The aviation industry has largely recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic, with air travel demand surpassing pre-pandemic levels in many regions. This recovery is driving investments in new aircraft and the expansion of flight training programs to meet the rising demand for qualified pilots.
Passenger and Staff Safety: The airline industry has an enviable safety record yet aircraft and airports can be dangerous for those involved in their operation. Human error, more than mechanical failure, is usually cited in accident and incident reports; professionalism and excellent training must remain a key focus to reduce and prevent error.

How we support the industry

High-Quality, Independent Editorial Content

CAT is renowned for its high-quality, independent editorial content. Our international team of editors and writers leverage their extensive knowledge and industry experience to address global training challenges and present effective solutions. This expertise helps aviation training professionals shape their visions and identify best practices, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

Expert Editorial Team

Our editorial team is highly respected in the simulation and training community worldwide. They bring unparalleled journalistic credibility, supported by decades of industry experience. This depth of expertise ensures that CAT remains a trusted source of information and insight for aviation training professionals.

Marty Kauchak, Group Editor
Amanda Towner, News Editor
Patrick Johnston, Digital Publishing Manager

2026 Content Submission & Publication Policy

Halldale Group is evolving its editorial approach to deliver more curated, high-value content for the global training and simulation community. As part of this direction, our coverage will place greater emphasis on analysis, sector trends, and developments that advance industry-wide training conversations.

Due to increasing submission volumes, the publication of individual company press releases is now prioritized for industry partners and organizations that actively engage with Halldale Group through our events and initiatives. This approach ensures alignment between our editorial focus and the organizations contributing to dialogue across our platforms.

Organizations that do not meet these publication criteria might not see their releases posted. However, we do offer Sponsored Content opportunities, which allows companies to publish press releases word-for-word to Halldale Group’s niche training audience of more than tens of thousands of readers, while maintaining clear transparency and separation from editorial content.

Halldale Group remains committed to fair, consistent, and transparent publishing standards. For more information on Sponsored Content options, please see below or contact our team directly.