United Kingdom – headquartered flight training group Leading Edge Aviation, which operates flight training bases in the UK and Spain, has marked a significant milestone in its exclusive pilot career pathway partnership with Aurigny Air Services and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), hosting the first joint pilot selection and assessment day at its Oxford training campus. The collaboration provides newly qualified pilots with a structured progression from regional turboprop operations to long-haul widebody flying.

• The program offers Leading Edge graduates a defined route from the ATR 72-600 operated by Aurigny Air Services—Guernsey’s national carrier—to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) at London Gatwick.
• The first assessment day welcomed candidates shortlisted through LEA’s integrated ATPL program, jointly evaluated by recruitment teams from both partner airlines.
• Additional assessment rounds are planned for early 2026, following strong interest from graduating cadets and continued recruitment across the Aurigny–Norse route network.

Statement

• “This opportunity will fast track the careers of our pilots like no other opportunity” – Andy McFarlane, CEO

About Leading Edge Aviation
Leading Edge Aviation is a firmly established pilot training academy with a fresh approach and an emphasis on holistic training. Offering the highest standards of regulatory technical training, students also benefit from a comprehensive professional and personal development curriculum to enhance non-technical skills. This is delivered through ‘The Whole Pilot®’ Approach, which focuses on developing diverse abilities that go beyond just technical proficiency. Based at London Oxford Airport and Alhama, Southern Spain, and with a commitment to holistic pilot development, Leading Edge Aviation offers a range of modular and integrated training programmes, including the innovative LEAP (Leading Edge Airline Preparation) course—a full-time integrated course with BSc degree (UK only) and a comprehensive graduate airline selection preparation workshop. Facilities at both locations support a comprehensive educational experience, combining modern aircraft and simulators, advanced learning technologies, and a vibrant student living environment. Leading Edge also delivers modular training (including Ground School, MECPL, CBIR, MEIR, uMAP (university Modular Airline Preparation), A-UPRT (Advanced Upset Prevention Recovery Training), APC MCC (Airline Pilot Standards Multi Crew Co-operation) at its UK base in Oxford. 

Source: Leading Edge Aviation