3 February 2025: KEYVAN Aviation, a globally recognized aviation data solutions provider and an EASA-approved Type 1 DAT provider, has signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AVION, a leading innovator in Full Flight Simulator (FFS) design, manufacturing, and operation. Through this strategic collaboration, KEYVAN’s high-precision Aeronautical and Navigation Database will now be integrated into AVION’s advanced simulators, enhancing flight training realism and accuracy.

The MoU was signed following discussions on delivering cutting-edge Full Flight Simulators manufactured by AVION, combined with highly accurate data processed by KEYVAN, to serve customers worldwide.

AVION: A Pioneer in Full Flight Simulation

AVION is renowned for its state-of-the-art Full Flight Simulators, designed to provide pilots with an immersive and highly realistic training experience. The company’s integrated Full Flight Simulator design, combined with a commitment to sustainability, has positioned AVION as a trusted partner for airlines and training organisations worldwide. By incorporating KEYVAN’s high-accuracy and certified navigation data, AVION ensures that its simulators continue to meet the highest standards of realism and precision, enhancing pilot competency and operational safety, according to the authorities requirements and future expectation.

Strengthening KEYVAN’s Presence in the Simulation Market

With an increasing number of simulator manufacturers and training centers adopting its navigation data, KEYVAN is solidifying its role as a key data provider in the flight simulation industry. This collaboration with AVION, one of the most respected names in the sector, marks a significant milestone in KEYVAN’s expansion. As the demand for high-technology simulation grows, AVION’s flight simulation footprint will grow day by day.

Delivering a Comprehensive and Reliable Data Solution

KEYVAN’s simulator database covers more than 55,000 aerodromes worldwide, including civil, private, and military airfields. The data set provides detailed information on airports, heliports, and military bases, ensuring the highest level of realism in training environments. Updated in accordance with AIRAC cycles, the database guarantees accuracy and compliance with international aviation standards.

With this collaboration, KEYVAN and AVION are setting a new benchmark for data-driven flight simulation, offering pilots and training centers a seamless and high-fidelity experience.

About AVION

Netherlands–based Avion builds sustainable Full Flight Simulators for pilot training. The company also operates a Flight Training Centre at London Luton Airport, offering dry lease hours on its Avion A320neo Full Flight Simulator (FFS). Avion‘s second training centre, Avion Flight Training Centre, Mumbai, India, is set to be inaugurated in early 2025. A new FFS for the Boeing 737 MAX is currently under development.

About KEYVAN

KEYVAN Aviation is a globally recognized provider of cutting-edge aviation navigation databases and related services. As one of only four EASA-approved companies worldwide, and the first in Turkey, we specialize in delivering innovative solutions for airlines, airports, and flight simulation industries. KEYVAN Aviation offering Big Data solutions and services in the aviation filed, including with the approved Aeronautical and Navigation Database for Aircraft Avionics Systems, Flight Simulators and Flight Planning systems, Government and Military Data , Helicopter Operation Data , Global Airport Data , Global Runway Data , Airports Performance Data, Airports and FIR charges Database and many other tailored data solutions. KEYVAN Aviation support the flight operations with real-time NOTAM and METAR/TAF solutions together with Flight charts for IFR, VFR, Enroute, SID/STAR/APPROACH charts in GEO Pdf or Digital format.