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UK’s Saxon Air Announces Partnership with Resilient Pilot

United Kingdom — Saxon Air has partnered with Resilient Pilot to support the launch of a UK CAA-approved ATPL(A) Theory / KSA 100 Programme, aimed at preparing the next generation of airline pilots through a modern, scenario-based and mentor-led approach.

  • The program is run by Resilient Pilot, a UK CAA-approved training organisation, and supported by Saxon Air.

  • It covers 14 subjects across three modules over 12 months, including 15 days of in-person brush-up sessions.

  • Delivered by current operational airline pilots, the course integrates:

    • PadPilot theory content

    • Scenario-based training

    • Mentoring, coaching, and an online support forum

  • Includes access to Resilience Deck, the industry’s first app for pilot competency and human factors development.

  • Designed around KSA 100 (Knowledge, Skills & Attitudes), embedding operational mindset from the start.

  • Limiting the intake to 10–15 individuals

Statement

  • “We are delighted to partner with Saxon Air to deliver our ATPL(A) programme. We embed knowledge, skills, and professional attitudes throughout the programme, ensuring participants develop the mindset required for a career on the flightdeck. Like Saxon Air, we are passionate about supporting aspiring aviators and look forward to working together on this exciting initiative,” said Stuart Beech, Founder & CEO of Resilient Pilot.

About Saxon Air
Saxon Air is a UK-based business aviation operator and FBO offering charter, aircraft management, and flight support services.

Source: Saxon Air

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Intercontinental Aviation Academy Launches UAE Academy, Welcomes Cadets from 18 Nationalities in 2025

United Arab Emirates — Intercontinental Aviation Academy (FlyIAA) has officially launched its UAE-based flight training programme, marking a major milestone in the academy’s global expansion. The inaugural Phoenix UAE 01 intake, held on September 21, 2025, was launched under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Salem Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, with widespread industry support and strong student demand prompting the opening of a second intake, Falcon Batch.

  • The Phoenix UAE 01 intake marks the official start of FlyIAA’s training operations in the UAE.

  • The Founder Batch sold out in record time, attracting cadets from 18 nationalities, reinforcing strong international interest in UAE-based training.

  • Distinguished attendees included:

    • Captain Wissam Al Mehyou, Global Chairman, FlyIAA

    • Mr. Hamdi Othman, CEO of Solitair & Chairman of Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise

    • Mr. Mohamad Hadid, Chairman of Hadid International Services

    • Mr. Frederico Fernandes, CEO, FlyIAA UAE

    • Mr. Issam Sultan, Board Member, FlyIAA

    • Mrs. Mervat Sultan, President, Women in Aviation Middle East

    • Mr. Mikhael Alenkin, Owner, Cyprus Airways

    • Captain Mohamad Al Kaabi, CEO, Emirates Falcon Aviation

    • Dr. Imad Hoballah, Vice President, RAK University

  • “The overwhelming response to our first intake proves that aspiring pilots trust FlyIAA as the academy where dreams take flight and careers are built,” said Captain Wissam Al Mehyou, Global Chairman of FlyIAA.

About Intercontinental Aviation Academy (FlyIAA)
FlyIAA is an international flight training academy offering pilot training programs aligned with global aviation standards. With flight training campuses in the UAE, Cyprus, Lebanon, and Greece—and additional ground training operations in Saudi Arabia and Iraq—FlyIAA is rapidly expanding its footprint, with Portugal set to join its network soon.

Source: Intercontinental Aviation Academy

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer ELITE Simulation Solutions Delivers Certified A320 Simulator to Czech Flight Training Group F AIR

Czech Republic — ELITE Simulation Solutions has announced the successful delivery, installation, and EASA CS-FSTD(A) certification of an Airbus A320 FNPT II MCC APS simulator for F AIR Flight School, one of the Czech Republic’s most established pilot training organisations. The simulator is now operational and approved for use in MCC and APS MCC courses, enhancing F AIR’s advanced training capabilities.

  • The A320 FNPT II MCC APS was inspected and certified by the Czech Civil Aviation Authority, confirming full compliance with EASA CS-FSTD(A) standards.

  • Key features include:

    • Dual Primary Flight Displays (PFDs) and Multi-Function Displays (MFDs)

    • Functional Airbus sidesticks

    • Fully integrated Airbus systems for high-fidelity simulation

  • The device will be used to support Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) and Airline Pilot Standard (APS) MCC training, essential components for cadet progression toward type rating.

Source: ELITE Simulation Solutions

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Simnest Aviation Powers Pilot Training Organization’s First APS-MCC Course in Norway

Norway— Simnest Aviation’s simulator platform is playing a central role in Redflight Aviation’s inaugural APS-MCC (Airline Pilot Standards – Multi-Crew Cooperation) course, now halfway completed. The training device, supplied by the Budapest-based simulator manufacturer, has enabled Redflight to deliver high-fidelity, EASA-compliant multi-crew training to its first cohort of cadets.

The simulator replicates Airbus-standard systems and workflows, allowing cadets to train in realistic airline operations scenarios.

Source: Redflight Aviation

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Swedish Flight School Welcomes Diverse New September 2025 Class with 40 Percent Women

Sweden — Green Flight Academy has welcomed its latest intake of 17 students, marking continued growth in its commitment to sustainable, airline-focused pilot training. Notably, 40% of the class are women, reinforcing the academy’s focus on diversity and inclusion within the global pilot training landscape. The new class reflects growing international interest, with students from Sweden, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, and Latvia.

In February of this year Green Flight Academy had shared that it had reached a significant milestone, completing 5,000 electric take-offs and landings, reinforcing its position as a global leader in sustainable pilot training. Since its launch in 2022, the academy has focused on training commercial pilots with an emphasis on fossil-free aviation.

Source: Green Flight Academy

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AeroGuard Flight Training Center Welcomes China Airlines President to Phoenix, Arizona Campus

Arizona, USA – AeroGuard Flight Training Center, a global leader in initial flight training and commercial pilot career preparation, welcomed China Airlines’ President, Kevin Chen, to its Phoenix, Arizona, USA campus. The President of the Taiwanese airline visited Arizona ahead of China Airlines’ new route from Phoenix to Taipei, launching on December 3rd. During this visit, they toured the flight school and met with the airline’s pilot cadets.

AeroGuard has partnered with China Airlines to train their pilot cadets for their future careers at the Taiwan-based carrier since 2024. These cadets complete their training at AeroGuard in less than a year, from no prior flight experience through to Commercial Multi-Engine Pilot, within a high-quality, custom-designed FAA-Approved 141 Course. China Airlines cadets benefit from training in a professionally structured environment specifically tailored to prepare them for their airline career.

“We were pleased to welcome President Chen to our Phoenix, Arizona campus for a tour of AeroGuard’s facilities and to join him in celebrating the new upcoming route opening from Taipei to Phoenix,” said Joel Davidson, AeroGuard CEO. “AeroGuard appreciates our ongoing partnership with China Airlines and is proud to train the next generation of commercial airline pilots within a professional and safe environment. We look forward to the future of this partnership, and the future of aviation with their dedicated cadets.”

With three U.S. campuses, AeroGuard’s Phoenix, Arizona campus is strategically located as a global destination for flight training. Surrounded by ideal flying conditions, over 350 VFR flying days a year, varying airspace complexity, diverse terrain and many airports, future pilots from all over the world relocate to Arizona to train for their future airline careers.

With a growing fleet of 120 aircraft and over 250 flight instructors, AeroGuard offers cadet pilots a professionally focused and efficient training environment.

AeroGuard provides initial flight training to several global leading airlines alongside China Airlines, including Cathay Pacific, Air New Zealand, and Air India, as well as a U.S. partnership with SkyWest Airlines, and degree-based training in partnership with Arizona State University. With over 25 years of experience training airline pilots and graduating over 8,000 cadets, AeroGuard stands out as a clear choice for leading airlines and universities worldwide to train professional pilots.

AeroGuard looks forward to continuing its partnership with China Airlines and establishing industry-leading pilots for the airline. The flight school is proud to contribute to the development of the next generation of pilots and enjoyed providing President Chen and China Airlines representatives with a tour of AeroGuard’s Phoenix facilities.

Source: AeroGuard Flight Training Center

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