MAB Academy selects CAE to deliver a new Boeing 737MAX full-flight simulator

Executive Summary

• CAE signed an agreement to deliver a Boeing 737MAX full‑flight simulator (FFS) to MAB Academy, the training arm of Malaysia Airlines Group.
• The simulator will be installed in MAB Academy’s new flight‑simulator building in Sepang and is slated for operational readiness in July 2026, expanding training capacity.
• The FFS incorporates CAE’s Prodigy Image Generator powered by Epic Games’ Unreal Engine, providing photorealistic visuals and advanced motion modeling.

Key Details

• Agreement Scope: Delivery of one Boeing 737‑8 MAX full‑flight simulator to MAB Academy.
• Delivery Timeline: Installation in Sepang; simulator expected ready for training in July 2026.
• Technology Highlights: Equipped with CAE Prodigy Image Generator (IG) using Unreal Engine for high‑fidelity visual and motion simulation.
• Strategic Impact: Strengthens a partnership dating back to 2008, enhancing pilot‑training capabilities for Malaysia Airlines Group and supporting regional demand for ~98,000 new commercial pilots over the next decade (Asia‑Pacific).
• Existing Fleet at MAB Academy: Operates an ATR 72‑500 FFS and an A330 NEO FFS (certified September 2025).
• Executive Comments: Michel Azar‑Hmouda (Division President, Commercial Aviation, CAE) highlighted the commitment to safety and training excellence; Datuk Captain Izham Ismail (Group Managing Director, MAG) emphasized the investment’s role in expanding fleet training capacity.

Notable Quotes

“Malaysia Airlines has been a valued partner since 2008, and we're proud to support their continued growth with the delivery of this new Boeing 737MAX full‑flight simulator.” – Michel Azar‑Hmouda, Division President, Commercial Aviation, CAE

“This investment underscores our commitment to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement in pilot training… enabling us to deliver world‑class training that meets the highest global standards.” – Datuk Captain Izham Ismail, Group Managing Director, MAG