Train-By-Wire Selects Use Before Flight’s QUANTUM Training Management Software

Train-By-Wire (TBW) has selected Use Before Flight’s QUANTUM training management software to power their new Lisbon, Portugal -headquartered Approved Training Organisation (ATO).

This partnership represents an exciting milestone for Use Before Flight, taking the first step, with TBW as their launch customer, into powering ATOs with a next-generation training management platform.

QUANTUM lives up to the latest desires from airlines to provide competent pilots aligned from day one with cutting-edge pilot training philosophies.

Use Before Flight organisation also remarks, “This is a proud moment for the whole team at Use Before Flight as we start engaging with forward-thinking dynamic ATOs, like Train-By-Wire (TBW). The team at TBW shares our vision for powerful yet intuitive software to drive their training both now and into the future as pilots move to the state-of-the-art competency-based approach.”

Train-By-Wire (TBW) – a pilot, instructor, crew, and ground staff training organisation – is thrilled to use QUANTUM as its core training management system. It can only see the massive potential the software already provides in its journey to becoming a ground-breaking EBT ATO organisation.

Use Before Flight is an award-winning company selected as a top-10 aviation solution provider in Europe by Aerospace & Defence Review magazine. They combine agile software development with top-level industry expertise to power airlines and ATOs moving to next-generation training management systems. Their market-leading product, QUANTUM, is the only product implemented for every type of globally approved pilot training system, including the latest EASA Baseline EBT performance-based regulation.

Source: Train-By-Wire
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Emirates Collaborates with UAE GCAA’s International Aviation Consulting and Training to Provide Training Solutions for the Airline’s Engineering Professionals

Dubai, United Arab Emirates based airline Emirates signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)’s commercial and training arm, the International Aviation Consulting and Training (IACT) at the Dubai Airshow, to curate bespoke training solutions for employees working across the airline’s engineering departments.

The MoU was signed by His Excellency Saif Mohammad Al Suwaidi, Director General UAE GCAA and Adel Al Redha, Emirates’ Chief Operating Officer. Under the agreement, both parties will facilitate trainings for the airline’s employees working across Emirates’ engineering departments at the GCAA’s International Aviation Consulting and Training (IACT) and Emirates’ engineering facility.

H.E Saif Mohammad Al Suwaidi, said: “This MoU underscores our joint commitment to ensuring excellence and safety in aviation. This cooperation is in line with the UAE government’s directives to collaborate with stakeholders to combine our strengths and achieve our common objectives more effectively and efficiently. We will continue exploring all possible areas of collaboration within the industry.”

Adel Al Redha commented: “This new MoU will further enhance the longstanding partnership between Emirates and GCAA, as both parties join resources to build a talent pool of competent and highly-skilled aviation professionals, equipped with world-class qualifications and competitive skills to contribute to the organisation and the UAE aviation industry.”

The collaboration will ensure Emirates’ consistent compliance with the dynamic changes in GCAA’s regulations through the customised trainings provided by IACT for the airline’s employees in technical areas and certifications including GCAA General Civil Aviation airworthiness related regulations, Manufacturing, Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC), Maintenance Organisation Review Certificate (MORC), Post Holders and Compliance Monitoring. Emirates and IACT will also work together to identify unique approaches to further elevate Emirates’ Engineering training standards and equip the airlines’ employees with additional tools that support their career development.

Emirates Engineering Training is approved to conduct both types – EASA and GCAA – and basic GCAA training using Distance Learning Training Synchronous (DLS) methodology. The teams use cutting-edge training tools and digital learning platforms – including DLS – to offer numerous programmes and initiatives tailored to meet the ever-changing regulatory landscape of the aviation industry.

At Emirates Engineering, aircraft maintenance and engineering work are largely done in-house through an experienced workforce that is fully qualified to manage and implement all aspects of maintenance, engineering, quality, planning and logistics.

Setting high benchmarks for the industry, Emirates Engineering employees also occasionally support the fleets of thirty other airlines through third-party maintenance contracts at Emirates’ engineering facility.

About IACT

International Aviation Consulting & Training (IACT), the commercial services arm of the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of aviation. With a rich portfolio of training and consultancy services to enhance aviation safety, security, sustainability and excellence.

Source: Emirates
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Global Provider of Aviation Headsets and Helmet Solutions, Lightspeed Aviation, Announces Latest Appointment for President

Lightspeed Aviation, a leading global provider of premium aviation headsets and helmet solutions announced that Heider Lazzarini has joined the company as its new President.

Mr. Lazzarini brings more than 20 years of International executive experience in general management, marketing, product, and sales in consumer, commercial, industrial, and military/government markets. Reporting to Lightspeed Aviation’s founder and CEO Allan Schrader, Mr. Lazzarini will be responsible for all aspects of Lightspeed’s day-to-day operations while Mr. Schrader focuses on developing adjacent market opportunities utilizing existing and evolving technologies.

“I’m excited to turn over our ongoing business operations to Heider” said Allan Schrader, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Heider’s experience, combined with his passion and energy, provide the perfect accelerant for our expanding business opportunities.”

“With decades of being first to market with audio and now piloting safety solutions, I believe that Lightspeed has a tremendous opportunity to deliver new value for its customers and partners,” said Lazzarini. “I am very excited to be joining this seasoned team as the company continues to evolve its latest technology platform to enhance the flying experience for the Aviation market worldwide.”

Mr. Lazzarini most recently served as Vice President of Marketing for a platform of acquired companies: Audio Precision (U.S.), GRAS Sound and Vibration (Denmark), and imc Test & Measurement (Germany). Previously, he held various leadership positions in general management, marketing and product management at FLIR Systems, now Teledyne FLIR, and Gerber Gear, a division of FISKARS. Mr. Lazzarini received his MBA from the University of Oregon.

About Lightspeed Aviation

Lightspeed Aviation is a leading manufacturer of premium aviation headsets and helmet products. Since the first product was introduced in 1996 at AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI, the company has established a reputation for leading innovation in the aviation acoustic solutions. In 2022, the company launched the first of a series of aviation headsets, layering life-saving technologies on top of its award-winning audio and ANR platform. With this, Lightspeed continues to live its mission of “creating products that protect and save lives”. Additionally, Lightspeed is a passionate supporter of initiatives to encourage the next generation of pilots through its support of programs including Young Eagles and Ray Scholars.

Source: Lightspeed Aviation

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European Flight Training Organisation Aero Locarno Announces Partnership with Airline for Multi Crew Pilot License Program

Aero Locarno, a flight training group headquartered in Locarno, Switzerland with a second flight training base in Italy announced its partnership with Sky Alps, an Italian airline with its headquarters and hub at Bolzano Airport. The two organizations signed an agreement for a Multi Crew Pilot License (MPL) program. Aero Locarno is now looking for cadets who want to become SkyAlps pilots.

The project aims to train students interested in becoming professional airline pilots by providing the highest level of competence before entering the world of aeronautical work, guaranteeing the possibility of employment as a First Officer with Sky Alps once the training is over.

Program information includes;

  • The flight activity and part of the simulator activity takes place at Cuneo Airport and in Locarno. The Type Rating on the Dash8-Q400 takes place in Wien or Stockholm.
  • There are 2 annual courses, one starting in January and the other one starting in October.
  • Financing opportunities are available in accordance with the BNL ‘honor loan’ model, which covers a large part of the training costs. Individual solutions can be discussed directly with the lending institution.

Source: Aero Locarno
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Airways Aviation ESMA to Hold Pilot Recruitment Open Day with Airline Partner in November 2023

The France base of operations, Airways Aviation ESMA, of global flight training group Airways Aviation announced it will hold a Pilot Recruitment Open Day with BAA Training and Avion Express on November 21, 2023 at 10AM. Avion Express will share current pilot requirements and future plans, with open applications for available positions.

In March 2023 BAA Training, one of Europe’s top 3 largest independent aviation training centers, partnered with Airways Aviation Academy (ESMA), the largest privately owned multidisciplinary aviation academies based in France. BAA Training’s simulator center near Paris-Orly Airport, BAA Training France, will be assisting the Airways Aviation pilots with MCC courses and A320/B737 Type Rating training.

Avion Express operates a fleet of 13 Airbus A320.

Source: Airways Aviation ESMA
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