Boeing is expanding its worldwide pilot training capabilities with the placement of several new full-flight simulators and bringing training closer to airlines.

Two next-generation 737 and 777 simulators are currently placed for training at the Boeing Flight Services Singapore campus, with another 787 Dreamliner simulator placed at the London Gatwick campus.

Boeing’s global training network includes eight advanced 787 training suites in Miami, London, Singapore and Shanghai.

Boeing Flight Services, a business unit of Commercial Aviation Services vice-president Sherry Carbary said that the unit provides its customers around the world every competitive advantage, including training assets convenient to their route structures.

"Boeing’s global training network includes eight advanced 787 training suites in Miami, London, Singapore and Shanghai."

"In addition to our convenient locations around the world, we deliver the highest quality, best value training, providing the expertise only Boeing can provide. As our industry grows and demand for pilots increases, we will be prepared to meet the needs of our customers," Carbary said

According to the 2013 Boeing Pilot and Technician Outlook, there will be a need for 498,000 new commercial airline pilots and 556,000 new commercial airline maintenance technicians by 2032, with the Asia Pacific region leading the global demand.

Speaking about the development, Boeing Flight Services Customer Group director Bob Bellitto said: "These new flight training devices are a demonstration of Boeing’s commitment to the aviation industry, to meet its growing needs and those of our customers around the world."

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