‘How One of the Largest USA Flight Schools is Ramping Up’ with Nik Kresse, VP at Hillsboro Aero Academy – Industry Leadership Interviews

Following a two month pause when the AFM was optimizing its platform and distribution channel - we are excited to relaunch the Pilot Training Interview Leadership series.

The conversation covers:

• An introduction to Hillsboro Aero Academy and an indication of the size of its operations
• Latest announcements by them including the Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air partnership to launch the Ascend Pilot Academy as well as the recent launch of the VietJet Cadet Pilot Program
• Key trends seen in the flight training industry and airline demand
• Challenges of rising costs/inflation and supply chain disruptions
• How Nik views the future in terms of the flight training industry

• Hillsboro Aero Academy's website can be viewed here
• Nik Kresse's LinkedIn Profile
• Maximilian Buerger LinkedIn Profile

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