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US Aviation Training Group Epic Flight Academy Receives 2024 Aviation Achievement Award

Florida, United States-headquartered flight and aircraft maintenance training group Epic Flight Academy celebrated a major milestone, having been awarded the prestigious 2024 Aviation Achievement Award by the Kentucky Aviation Hall of Fame. The recognition was given in honor of the recent opening of Epic’s new aircraft mechanic school at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, marking a significant contribution to the future of aviation training.

The award ceremony took place at the Aviation Museum of Kentucky in Lexington, where CEO Danny Perna, COO Josh Rawlins and Jon Luck were present to accept the accolade on behalf of the academy.

Source: Epic Flight Academy
Photo Credit: Epic Flight Academy

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Indian Flight Training Group Chimes Aviation Academy Launches IndiGo Flying Instructor Program

Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates two flight training bases in India and recently announced an order to expand its fleet with additional training aircraft, has launched together with Indian airline IndiGo, the IndiGo Flying Instructor Program (FIP). This program aims to deliver top-quality pilot training while providing a clear pathway for aspiring instructors to transition into commercial airline roles at IndiGo, one of India’s largest carriers.

Program Overview:

  • The CAA-IndiGo FIP offers multi-engine CPL holders an opportunity to become certified flight instructors at CAA while building valuable flight experience.
  • The program focuses on flying instruction for IndiGo cadet pilots, allowing candidates to accumulate 2000 flight hours, enhance their aviation skills, and ultimately move into positions as Junior First Officers (JFO) at IndiGo.
  • After logging 500 flight hours on the Airbus A320, successful candidates will be promoted to Senior First Officer (SFO), fast-tracking their commercial aviation careers.
  • The cost of the instructor rating is covered
  • When a candidate is selected by IndiGo Airlines and successfully signs an LOI with the airline, they will retain seniority at the airline from that day forward

Eligibility:

  • Current students and graduates of Chimes Aviation Academy will be given preference, though all CPL holders with a multi-engine rating and a passion for aviation education are encouraged to apply.
  • Candidates must pass a two-round interview process, along with an ADAPT test, to be selected for the program.

Requirements:

  • Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with a multi-engine rating is required. No prior flight instruction experience is needed.
  • Maximum age for applicants: 40 years.
  • Preferred experience with C172, PA28, and DA42 aircraft.

Application Process:

  • Written test, followed by interviews with both CAA and IndiGo teams.
  • Candidates will undergo the ADAPT test, a personal interview with IndiGo, and upon successful completion, receive an LOI (Letter of Intent) from IndiGo.

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy

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beOnd Strengthens Safety Excellence Through Pilot Training Partnership with Ansett Aviation Training

beOnd, the world’s first premium leisure airline, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with global pilot training group Ansett Aviation Training to provide world-class training for its flight crew members. This collaboration underscores beOnd’s commitment to ensuring the highest safety standards and delivering exceptional service to its passengers.

With Ansett Aviation Training’s state-of-the-art pilot training facilities and expertise, beOnd’s crew will receive extensive training at Ansett’s network of training centers including the Dubai South facility. The Dubai facility offers a brand new Airbus A320 full flight simulator, ensuring our crew is prepared to provide unparalleled service while adhering to international safety regulations. Ansett Aviation Training Dubai is located within a 5-minute drive from Dubai World Central Airport within Dynamic Advanced Training Centre, a world-leading cabin and pilot safety training provider.

Tero Taskila, CEO of beOnd, commented, “Our partnership with Ansett Aviation Training is a crucial step in ensuring that every passenger experience aboard beOnd is not only luxurious but also safe and reliable. By investing in high-quality training, we are confident that our crew will set new standards for excellence in the skies.”

This partnership highlights beOnd’s dedication to offering world-class training, superior in-flight service, and continuous innovation, ensuring premium service standards for discerning travellers across our routes.

Source: beOnd

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AELO Swiss Academy Expands Training Aircraft Fleet – Places Order for Additional Aircraft

AELO Swiss Academy, Switzerland’s high-performance aviation academy, has reached another significant milestone in its ambitious growth strategy with the delivery of a brand-new Tecnam P2008 aircraft, expanding its fleet to 16 planes. In addition, an order has been placed for another Tecnam P2008, which will be delivered in January 2025, further expanding the fleet to 17 aircraft.

Source: AELO Swiss Academy

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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – Oscar Yankee

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series AFM’s Customer Success & Business Development Manager Agata Marszalek speaks with Jens Rahbek – the Customer Success Manager at Oscar Yankee. Oscar Yankee is a Danish FMS Provider that brings modern usable software to the General Aviation industry and flight training organisations so that pilots and aviation professionals can focus on what they love the most – flying.

The conversation covers:

  • Background & Growth: Oscar Yankee was founded in 2017 to provide simple booking and management software for flying clubs, now offering a full-fledged pilot training management platform. Oscar Yankee has steadily grown and it now includes tools for managing flight training programs, handling complex compliance requirements, and integrating additional products like TrueTrack for tracking real-time flight data.
  • Recent Developments: Over recent months, Oscar Yankee has accelerated its growth by engaging a dedicated team of developers to enhance its web application and continuously improve the product based on client feedback. Oscar Yankee has been focusing on core features, particularly for compliance with European regulations, helping flight schools manage their training, flight time limitations, and safety requirements.
  • Industry Trends: According to Jens, digitalization and the integration of AI are key trends in pilot training. Pilot training organizations, which have historically relied on paper-based processes, are now adopting digital solutions to streamline training and operations. Digital tools offer better integration, data management, and compliance tracking, enabling flight schools to reduce administrative burdens and focus more on the quality of training. Oscar Yankee is continuously working on simplifying processes, such as maintenance scheduling and compliance, by leveraging the latest technologies.
  • Challenges in Flight Training: Compliance is a major challenge for flight schools. Regulations, especially in Europe, are strict and require detailed documentation to ensure schools adhere to safety standards. Oscar Yankee’s software helps automate the compliance process, ensuring that all required documentation, training logs, and safety reports are digitally stored and easily accessible. Instructors no longer have to chase down signatures or ensure grading and comments are completed on time. Oscar Yankee’s software helps flight schools focus on training rather than administration.
  • Major Benefits: Oscar Yankee stands out as a top choice for flight schools due to its user-friendly, compliance-focused software designed to meet European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations. It offers an affordable, scalable solution that automates administrative tasks, enhances safety management, and provides real-time flight data through its integrated TrueTrack system. With customizable features and a straightforward interface, Oscar Yankee allows schools to streamline operations while maintaining high safety standards.

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Turkish Airline Owned Flight Academy Receives ISO 9001 Certificate

Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), a flight training organisation and subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, announced that it has received the ISO 9001:2015 certificate “as a result of our devoted work on the quality management system“.

“As TAFA, we received our ISO 9001 certificate flawlessly. Our certificate is a first in the sector as it covers all of the subjects of Flight Training, Airport Operation and Airworthiness Management. I would like to thank all my colleagues.” shared Dr Ibrahim Zeki Akyurt, General Manager at TAFA.

“With the Quality Management System established at international standards, we aim to continuously improve our flight training service quality and to document our achievements by reaching other Quality Management System standards.” shared TAFA.

Source: Turkish Airlines Flight Academy

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US Aviation Training Group International Aero Academy Grows Presence to 6 Locations in India

Lakeland, Florida, United States headquartered aviation and pilot training group International Aero Academy, which was established in 2017 initially focusing on accelerated pilot training but has since expanded to include aircraft maintenance technician training, on-demand charter services, and an in-house FAA Part 145 repair station, has shared that it has expanded its presences in India with new office locations in six major cities:

  • Mumbai
  • Delhi
  • Pune
  • Bengaluru
  • Chennai
  • Kolkata

IAA started with just 8 aircraft and now operates operates a fleet of 26 aircraft including Tecnam P2008, P2006T and Cessna 172 and 152 aircraft. Currently IAA has around 100 to 120 pilots in training at any one time.

Source: IAA

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