USA – independent flight training provider Flex Air Flight Training, led by CEO Paul Wynns, has called attention to ongoing legislative efforts and regulatory reforms that could significantly impact independent flight schools and veteran access to training benefits. The organization is actively advocating through the National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) for greater recognition and modernization within the flight training ecosystem.

• Independent flight schools, such as Flex Air, account for approximately 50% of total flight training capacity in the United States.

• Three key legislative proposals impacting pilot training are up for vote in the current US Congressional session.

• A major FAA initiative to modernize Part 141 training regulations is underway, which may reshape how flight training organizations operate and receive oversight.

• Flex Air and NFTA are lobbying representatives and senators from Kansas and California to ensure policy reflects the critical role of independent schools and veterans in pilot development.

• Future advocacy will focus on easing regulatory barriers that limit veterans from utilizing their benefits for flight training.

Statements:

• “Independent flight schools like Flex Air Flight Training collectively make up 50% of flight training capacity in the US. It’s time to unleash our potential,” said Paul Wynns, CEO, Flex Air Flight Training.

• “We’re out here with the National Flight Training Alliance to make sure our representatives and senators from the KS and CA delegations know that safe operations begin with good training – and the current system overlooks the outstanding contributions of independent schools and veterans,” Wynns added. “Next up this summer will be initiatives to release the stranglehold on veteran benefits for flight training.”

Source: Paul Wynns (Flex Air Flight Training)