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Global Pilot Training Group BAA Training to Participate in Pilot Expo 2025 in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium – Global pilot training group BAA Training, which operates flight school’s and full flight simulator training center’s, is set to participate in the upcoming Pilot Expo on February 21-22, 2025, at SkyHall, Brussels Airport.

Pilot Expo is Europe’s largest event dedicated to flight crew recruitment and training, attracting over 5,000 visitors and featuring more than 100 exhibitors and 50 speakers.

Source: BAA Training
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Flight School Management Software, Flight Schedule Pro, Shares 3 Key Insights from FSANA 2025

USA – Flight school management software Flight Schedule Pro shared insights from the recently concluded FSANA 2025 – an annual conference and trade show focused on the business of flight training – held on February 5-7, 2025, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA.

  • The Pilot Shortage is Here:

    • Over 674,000 new pilots will be needed globally in the next 20 years, with 123,000 required in the U.S. alone.
    • Flight schools must address financial sustainability, international market opportunities, and shifting airline hiring standards to ensure long-term success.
    • Student training outcomes remain unpredictable, making lender support and financing a key challenge.

  • Fleet Optimization is Critical:

    • With aircraft backlogs and delayed deliveries, expanding fleets isn’t always an option.
    • Flight schools must maximize aircraft utilization through smarter scheduling, maintenance coordination, and resource planning.

  • Technology is Driving Change:

    • Flight schools need integrated platforms that connect scheduling, student progress tracking, financial insights, and career readiness.
    • Flight Schedule Pro’s 2025 developments enhance efficiency by integrating training content providers, allowing seamless student progress tracking and revenue generation through direct ground school course offerings.

“One of the most significant advancements is our recent integration with industry-leading training content providers, allowing flight schools to:

  • Track student progress seamlessly across both flight and ground training.
  • Offer ground school  courses directly to students through FSP, unlocking a new revenue stream.
  • Simplify course distribution with no code management or manual licensing.

By empowering flight schools to track progress, optimize fleet use, and generate new revenue, Flight Schedule Pro is helping schools thrive amidst the industry’s growing challenges.”

About Flight Schedule Pro
Flight Schedule Pro is the industry-leading software platform used by flight schools and training academies across the globe and provides digital solutions for aircraft scheduling, training, billing, maintenance. What started as a basic online airplane scheduling program has evolved into a full-service software solution that all but eliminates the need for paper-record keeping at flight schools, greatly simplifying and automating the routine tasks among students, CFI’s and flight school management.

Source: Flight Schedule Pro
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Flight Schedule Pro Now Powers 53% of AOPA’s Top Flight Schools in 2025

USA – Flight Schedule Pro, a leading provider of flight school management software, has announced that 53% of the 2025 AOPA Flight Training Experience Award winners use its platform, marking an increase from 43% in 2024.

  • The software is used by over 1,300 flight schools, supporting operations, scheduling, and training management.
  • Flight Schedule Pro is expanding its features to help schools optimize fleet utilization, improve student retention, and create new revenue streams.
  • A new integration with training content providers enables flight schools to track student progress and offer ground school courses, generating additional revenue through commissions.

Statement:

“We’re incredibly proud to see so many of our customers among the 2025 AOPA Flight Training Experience Award winners. This achievement speaks volumes about their dedication to providing top-tier flight training and exceptional student experiences,” said Nick Wegner, CEO of Flight Schedule Pro. “We remain committed to continuously evolving our platform to support their success and help them navigate the ever-changing landscape of the aviation industry.”

About Flight Schedule Pro
Flight Schedule Pro, headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, provides scheduling and management solutions for flight schools.

Source: Flight Schedule Pro
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British Airways Hosts RAF Air Cadets in 2025 for Flight Simulator and Aviation Training Experience

London, United Kingdom – Eight Royal Air Force Air Cadets recently participated in an exclusive training experience at British Airways’ Heathrow Training and Engineering Centres, gaining hands-on exposure to airline operations and flight simulation.

  • The cadets, selected at the National Air and Space Camp Industry Day last August, each received 45-minute training sessions in a full-motion Boeing 777 or Airbus A320 simulator under the guidance of British Airways pilots.
  • They toured aircraft undergoing maintenance and deep servicing, including the Airbus A380 and Boeing 787, with insights from British Airways engineering apprentices.
  • The visit included emergency training at the Flight Crew Training Centre, where cadets experienced a simulated evacuation and fire management procedures.
  • British Airways staff, pilots, and Student Ambassadors engaged with the cadets throughout the day, discussing career opportunities in aviation.
  • The visit is part of British Airways’ ongoing partnership with the National Air and Space Camp to support and inspire future aviation professionals.

Statements:

  • “This is our third year of offering this unique experience, and we are delighted to have such a close relationship with the National Air and Space Camp.” – Ruth Smith, Training Captain, British Airways
  • “These cadets showed outstanding aptitude and engagement with BA’s outreach team at the camp in August and have been rewarded with a fantastic and unique behind-the-scenes visit.” – Sqn Ldr Tom Hunt, Deputy Camp Commandant, National Air and Space Camp

Source: Royal Air Force Air Cadets
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