Skyborne is recruiting multi engine (ME) flight instructors to support thriving operations at its Gloucestershire Airport, United Kingdom base.  

The hiring drive follows a series of prestigious airline partnerships for the academy, including its selection as the official UK partner for British Airways’ first Speedbird Pilot Academy.   

Paul Fabian, managing director at Skyborne UK, says: “In a heavily regulated industry, disrupting it isn’t easy, but at Skyborne we lead by challenging norms and through innovations in pilot selection, training delivery, funding solutions and customer excellence.  

Five years on, Skyborne is going from strength to strength, recruiting record numbers of staff and trainees for our growing number of cadet programmes. These ME flight instructors will fuel the next stage of our development as we continue to redefine the airline industry and deliver world-class pilots.” 

ME flight instructors at Skyborne will enjoy enhanced compensation and benefits, including an industry-leading salary of £55,000 based on a 600-hour flight target, a £200 bonus for every flight hour over 600 achieved (up to a maximum of £10,000 annually), a £1,000 sign-on bonus, £100,000 loss of licence cover and Vitality health care. Relocation packages are also available. 

Fabian continues: “Our Gloucestershire base really does offer the whole package. With state-of-the-art facilities in a picturesque location combining the best of city and country life, it’s perfect for career instructors searching for a new family home. 

We’re seeking dynamic individuals who share our vision. As a flight instructor at Skyborne, you won’t just be teaching; you’ll be actively contributing to the evolution of pilot training, allowing you to head home each night knowing you’ve made a real difference.” 

Skyborne operates from strategic locations at Gloucestershire Airport and Vero Beach, Florida in the United States with a fleet that includes the very best training aircraft and flight simulators.  

Applicants for the ME instructor roles must have a minimum of 500 hours flight time and 200 hours instructional time, as well as the right to live and work in the UK without restriction.

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) and Lee Woodward (CEO) 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, the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme, and the SkyWest Professional Pilot Pathway.   

Source: Skyborne
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