CAE launches Legacy pilot training

Las Vegas, October 13, 2004 --

(NYSE: CGT; TSX: CAE) - CAE has expanded its training offering with the launch of a pilot training program for the Embraer Legacy business aircraft.

Training is taking place at CAE's Phoenix training facility located on the Arizona State University campus in Mesa, Arizona, where CAE operates an Embraer ERJ145 full-flight simulator. The program incorporates CAE Simfinity™, simulation-based classroom training aids that enable instructors to provide operationally focused training.

Recurrent pilot training, a 4-5 day program, began in May 2004, while Initial pilot training, 21 days in length, is scheduled to begin this month.

"This latest training program extends our suite of training programs for business aircraft operators and is another example of CAE's continual search for new and innovative ways to serve the business aviation community," said Jeff Roberts, CAE's group president for civil simulation and training.

CAE is a leading provider of simulation technologies and integrated training services for commercial and business aviation, defense, and marine customers worldwide. The company has annual revenues in excess of C$1 billion, with manufacturing operations and training facilities in 19 countries on five continents.

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