Peach Unveils Kansai's First Multi-Purpose Training Facility

Aug 01, 2025 | News On Japan

OSAKA - Peach Aviation has opened a new multi-purpose training facility in Kansai, its first of its kind in the region, as part of efforts to enhance operational quality and evolve as a low-cost carrier.

Unveiled on July 31st, the facility is named "MOMOTRAINING LAB"—commonly referred to as "Momotre"—and is designed to train cabin crew, pilots, and other personnel. The center features a life-sized aircraft mockup that allows for realistic, in-flight simulation training. Pilots can also use advanced simulators with lifelike visuals projected through the windows to simulate actual flight scenarios.

Peach CEO Kazunari Ohashi commented, "We aim to improve operational quality through detailed training" and added, "We want to become a more advanced low-cost carrier."

Source: KTV NEWS

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