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US Airline Owned Flight School Opens Fall 2025 Application Window for Aspiring U.S. Pilots

Goodyear, Arizona, USA – United Aviate Academy, the wholly owned flight training subsidiary of United Airlines, has announced the opening date for its Fall 2025 application cycle, reinforcing its commitment to providing a structured airline pathway for aspiring commercial pilots in the United States.

  • The Fall 2025 application window will open on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

  • United Aviate Academy offers a direct path from flight training to potential employment with United Airlines or one of its United Express or Part 135 carrier partners.

  • The program includes flight training, mentorship, and career progression support through United Airlines’ Aviate pilot career development initiative.

  • The academy continues to target candidates from diverse backgrounds as part of United’s broader commitment to building a more inclusive aviation workforce.

Statement’s:

  • “As CEO, I am proud to announce the opening of the fall 2025 United Aviate application window, launching on Tuesday, August 5th,” shared Michael Hales, CEO of United Aviate Academy.

  • “This marks a pivotal opportunity for aspiring aviators to begin their professional journey with a clear and direct pathway to the flight deck. Through our partnership with United Aviate, students will receive high-caliber flight training, personalized mentorship, and a structured route toward becoming a commercial airline pilot—including the opportunity to fly for one of our United Express or Part 135 carrier partners.”

Source: United Aviate Academy 
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Chimes Aviation Adds Aircraft as Monthly Flight Activity Surges in May and June 2025

India – Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates two flight training bases in India, has shared its operational performance for May and June 2025 and announced key fleet expansions to support its training capacity.

  • CAA conducted 4,223 flight hours, 6,575 landings, 3,566 flights during and 2,022 Solo hours in May and June 2025.

  • The academy inducted a new Tecnam P2010 Tdi and a Cessna 172, bringing its total fleet to 28 aircraft.

  • These additions will boost training volume and aircraft availability at its Dhana and Neemuch bases.

  • CAA has recorded over 30,000 flying hours in the 2024–2025 financial year.

  • The academy is responsible for approximately 20% of India’s Commercial Pilot License (CPL) output, solidifying its importance within the national pilot training landscape.

Statement’s:

  • “With every new aircraft, we are investing directly in our students’ futures. This addition reflects our constant effort to scale up not just in size, but in capability. A growing fleet means more opportunity, better efficiency, and more confidence for our cadets every time they take to the skies,” said Dev Punj, Vice President, Chimes Aviation Academy.

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy
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Ansett Aviation Training Dubai Welcomes Captain Magnar Nordal as Chief Instructor in 2025

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – global operator of full flight simulator training center’s Ansett Aviation Training has announced the addition of Captain Magnar Nordal, a renowned ATR subject matter expert, to its Dubai-based instructional team.

  • Ansett Aviation Training Dubai, located in Dubai South, operates two EASA-certified Full Flight Simulators (FFS): ATR 72-600 and Airbus A320neo/ceo.

  • The center supports ATR600 operators across the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa with dry lease and wet training.

  • Captain Magnar Nordal joins the experience team such as subject matter expert Captain Eduardo Avila Gonzalez, strengthening Ansett Aviation Training’s position as a leading provider of ATR training in the region.

  • The Dubai center is co-located with Dynamic Advanced Training, a premier Safety and Emergency Procedures (SEP) training provider.

  • Ansett Aviation Training also operates a second ATR 72-600 simulator at its Taipei, Taiwan location to serve Asia-Pacific-based customers.

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Air Arabia Opens Second Officer Recruitment in Morocco in 2025 – No Type Rating Required

Morocco – Air Arabia is currently recruiting for the position of Second Officer as part of its full-time flight crew expansion in Morocco. This opportunity is open to candidates without a current type rating, making it an ideal entry point for aspiring commercial airline pilots. The recruitment reflects Air Arabia’s ongoing growth and its commitment to nurturing new talent in the aviation industry. For more information and to apply visit Air Arabia’s job post.

Source: Air Arabia

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Gulfstream Hosts US Aviation Academy Maintenance Students in July 2025

USA – US Aviation Academy (USAA), one of the largest aviation and pilot training organizations in North America operating over 200 aircraft, provided its Aviation Maintenance Technician students with an exclusive educational visit to the Gulfstream Service Center, strengthening its commitment to offering real-world, career-focused training.

“At US Aviation Academy, we are committed to providing our students with real-world experiences that pave the way for successful careers in aviation. Recently, our Aviation Maintenance Technician students had the incredible opportunity to visit the Gulfstream Service Center, a global leader in business jet manufacturing and one of our esteemed industry partners. We are proud to collaborate with Gulfstream Aerospace to offer our students unparalleled opportunities in the aviation maintenance sector.” shared Michelle McConnell, Career Services Coordinator at US Aviation Group.

Source: US Aviation Academy
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UAE-based Pilot Training Organization Pier Seven Aviation Completes A320 Type Ratings for Fly Vaayu

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates – based full flight simulator training center and pilot training organisation Pier Seven Aviation has announced the successful completion of the UAE GCAA A320 Type Rating for two pilots for Ras Al Khaimah cargo operator Vaayu Group.

In November 2024 Ras Al Khaimah, UAE based Fly Vaayu, a cargo airline under the Vaayu Group, had officially commenced operations after being granted its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA. Fly Vaayu aims to position Ras Al Khaimah as a regional cargo hub, serving sectors including forwarding, e-commerce, and transshipment. On October 7, 2024, Fly Vaayu received its first A320-200P2F, the first A320 freighter registered in the Middle East, converted at ST Aerospace’s Guangzhou facility.

Pier Seven Aviation operates a fleet of six dynamic simulators, including the A320 NEO, A320 CEO, B737 CL, B737 NG, and B747.

Source: Pier Seven Aviation
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Acron Aviation Academy Establishes New Partnership with Charter Operator Capital Air Express

Sanford, Florida, USA – Acron Aviation Academy is proud to announce a new partnership with Capital Air Express, adding to its growing list of relationships with airlines across the globe.

The newly formed partnership aims to provide streamlined career pathways to Acron Aviation graduates and instructors, ensuring their transition into becoming an airline pilot is as seamless as possible.

“This partnership with Capital Air Express reflects our continued commitment to building strategic relationships that benefit our students and instructors,” said David Cox, Director of Acron Aviation Academy. “We’re proud to offer more direct routes to the flight deck through partnerships like this, especially with a company that values safety, professionalism, and innovation as much as we do.”

Capital Air Express operates a fleet of Piper Saratogas and Malibus conveniently based out of Atlanta, Ga., Outer Banks, N.C., and Orlando, Fla. Founded in 2014, the charter company’s vision is to revolutionize private air travel by increasing accessibility, affordability and convenience.

“We’re excited to form this partnership with Acron Aviation Academy,” said Andrew Anderson, the President and Director of Operations for Capital Air Express. “Acron Aviation has a long history of producing highly-skilled commercial pilots, along with having world-class flight instructors. Everyone at Capital Air Express is looking forward to this partnership and to providing increased flight opportunities to academy staff and instructors, along with potential long-term career opportunities to graduates.”

Acron Aviation Academy has strong relationships with airlines around the world, including pathways to legacy and major airlines – such as Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and United Airlines – as well as low-cost, charter and cargo airlines. Thousands of Acron graduates now fly for some of the world’s leading airlines, a testament to the academy’s rigorous training standards and strong industry relationships.

Source: Acron Aviation Academy
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