Global pilot training group Skyborne, which operates flight training bases in the United Kingdom and the United States has shared that it is welcoming Jacob Hernandez as Head of Operations at its flight training facility in Vero Beach, Florida.

With nearly a decade of experience in aviation, Hernandez joins the airline academy having served as the Program Manager of Training for Republic Airways’ LIFT Academy in Indiana, facilitating partnerships with part 135 operators and collegiate partners.

Jacob Hernandez, Head of Operations, Skyborne Vero Beach, says: “I’m thrilled to join the Skyborne team and contribute to the success of aspiring pilots. My passion for aviation and dedication to helping students through their flight training will be put to great use in this new role.”

A certified pilot, Hernandez is a California native and a graduate of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he pursued his degree, certificates and ratings.

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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