FlyBy Aviation Academy Reaches 17,000 Flight Training Hours in the First Half of 2026

Spain - EASA-approved flight school FlyBy Aviation Academy completed 17,000 hours of practical flight training during the first six months of 2026. Planned aircraft additions could increase training capacity across the academy’s initial, instrument and multi-engine phases during the second half of the year.

• The academy expects 2026 to exceed its previous annual flight-hour record, subject to aircraft availability and operational activity during the second half of the year.
• AFM previously reported that FlyBy added a Cessna 172RG Cutlass as its 44th aircraft in June 2026, increasing capacity for instrument rating training and parallel IFR sorties.

Statement

• “Surpassing 17,000 flight hours in just six months is a direct reflection of the operational capacity and commitment of the entire FlyBy team. With the fleet expansion planned for the second half of the year, we are confident that 2026 will be the year with the most flight hours in the Academy's history, reinforcing our position as a benchmark in pilot training at both the European and international level.” – Victor Baz, COO

About FlyBy Aviation Academy 
FlyBy Aviation Academy is one of the largest and most international pilot training organisations in Europe, based in Spain and certified by EASA. With a fleet of 44 aircraft and 4 simulators, FlyBy flies more than 45,000 flight hours per year, training future airline pilots to the highest international standards. The Academy has cadets from 117 different nationalities, making FlyBy a true global hub for aviation training.

Source: FlyBy Aviation Academy