CAE Inc. is a Canadian multinational company that specializes in simulation technologies and training solutions. Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Saint-Laurent, Quebec, CAE operates globally with around 13,000 employees across 250 sites in over 40 countries. The company aims to enhance safety and performance in high-stakes industries, including civil aviation and defense. In civil aviation, CAE offers comprehensive training solutions for flight crews, maintenance, and ground personnel, along with high-fidelity flight simulators. In the defense sector, it provides integrated training systems and mission readiness support for military and public safety operations. Additionally, CAE develops medical simulators for training healthcare professionals. The company serves a diverse clientele, including airlines, aircraft manufacturers, military organizations, and healthcare institutions, leveraging a wide network of training centers and partnerships worldwide.
Brussels-Capital Region, Mechelen Tervuursesteenweg, Steenokkerzeel, Belgium
Flying school based in Charleroi Brussels South Airport (Belgium) offering Private Pilot License (PPL(A)) training, night rating and time building. Theory classes organised in Brussels. Flight trips. Maiden flights.
Wallonia, Charleroi Rue des Fusillés 1, 6041 Charleroi, Belgium
WAN is an aeronautical training center based in Belgium, located at Brussels South Charleroi Airport. The center offers a wide range of training courses, including Cabin Crew Member Initial Training approved by the Belgian CAA (EU OPS certificate), Maintenance Training (PART 147) for Licence A and B, Airport Training, Airport Firefighting, and the IATA Dangerous Goods course.
WAN is equipped with a door/evacuation trainer for B737, A320, and A330/340 aircraft, as well as a fire truck, and also provides wet drill training.
Wallonia, Charleroi Chau. de Fleurus 179, 6041 Charleroi, Belgium
KVE Composites Group BV is a Netherlands-based design and manufacturing company that specializes in high-performance composite solutions for the aerospace, defense, and industrial machinery sectors. Established in 1996, KVE has gained recognition for its engineering excellence and innovation in composite materials. Since its acquisition by Daher in 2019, the company has benefited from shared expertise in advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies. KVE offers a range of services, including full-cycle design and engineering of composite structures, manufacturing of thermoset composite components, and dedicated repair services at its facility in Maastricht. The company focuses on research and development, particularly in thermoplastic composites and induction welding technologies. Its product lineup includes aerospace components like rotor blades and radar-transparent radomes, defense solutions that comply with ITAR/EAR requirements, and lightweight components for industrial machinery. KVE operates under the AS9100 quality management system, ensuring high standards for aerospace applications.
Limburg, Maastricht Vliegveldweg 144a, 6199 AD Maastricht Airport
The Aviation Competence Centre (ACC), based at Maastricht–Aachen Airport, is an EASA Part-147 approved Maintenance Training Organization that delivers internationally recognized EASA Part-66 basic and type training.
ACC provides training in Categories A1, A2, B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B1.4, and B2 (avionics), as well as tailor-made corporate programs covering composite repair, human factors, and type-specific courses. All Part-66 module examinations are available in English and are open to international candidates. Graduates receive a Certificate of Recognition (EASA Form-148), valid for ten years.
Limburg, Maastricht Horsterweg 13, 6199 AC Maastricht Airport