Global pilot training group Skyborne, operating pilot training academies in the United Kingdom and the United States, announced the appointment of Paul Fabian as General Manager of its UK facility at Gloucestershire Airport.

Fabian brings 30 years of senior airline experience to the role which will involve leading the UK management team, ensuring trainees receive the highest quality pilot training experience and driving the growth and future success of the business.  

Lee Woodward, CEO, Skyborne, says: “Paul’s airline and management career will prove hugely valuable to Skyborne, strengthening our excellent track record of securing placements for our graduates and building relationships with the world’s leading airlines. I believe Paul will be a real credit to us as we work to achieve our goals.”

Fabian adds: “Skyborne is the most trusted academy in the industry and I’m looking forward to working with the team to build on its huge success. With world-class facilities and a commitment to opening up flight training to as wide a range of individuals as possible, Skyborne has a bright future and an important role to play.” 

Prior to joining Skyborne, Fabian was Chief Operating Officer at the start-up Green Africa Airways, where he managed a team of six directors and was indirectly responsible for 430 employees. During his time in this role, Fabian ensured the safety, compliance and efficiency of the airline’s operations, strategically allocating resources to maximise operational performance.  

Fabian earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Bond University in Australia and has previously held the roles of Chief Operations Officer at Air Malta and Vice President – Network Control at Emirates, where he was responsible for safe and compliant ground and air operations.  

About Skyborne  

Skyborne Airline Academy is a modern airline training academy based at Vero Beach, Florida, United States, and Gloucestershire Airport in the United Kingdom. Established by industry experts, Skyborne brings a fresh approach to airline pilot training.  

Founders Tom Misner (chairman), Lee Woodward (CEO) and Ian Cooper (COO) have unsurpassed experience in commercial aviation, education and training. It is their vision to create a training environment where the highest standard of teaching, safety and relevant airline-style training is maintained, and interactive learning is encouraged.  

Using a combination of tried and tested methods and the latest technology to assess competence, suitability, aptitude and resilience, Skyborne aims to recruit the very best candidates to minimize additional training, reduce failure rates and provide airlines with better pilots and cabin crew.  

Skyborne is proud to hold close relationships with the world’s leading airlines, offering opportunities for trainees as part of British Airways’ Speedbird Pilot Academy, the Delta Propel Career Path Program, IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme, and the SkyWest Professional Pilot Pathway.  

Source: Skyborne
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