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UAE’s GCAA Awards Air Arabia Academy “Best Aviation Academy” Title

United Arab Emirates – Air Arabia Academy, the in-house training arm of Air Arabia and one of the region’s fastest-growing aviation academies, has been awarded the title of Best Aviation Academy in the UAE by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). This national recognition highlights the academy’s consistent commitment to delivering high-quality aviation training in line with regulatory and industry standards.

About Air Arabia Academy
Air Arabia Academy, headquartered in Sharjah, is the aviation training division of Air Arabia, offering a range of pilot, cabin crew, and ground operations training programs. The academy serves both internal airline needs and external trainees, supporting the UAE’s broader aviation sector workforce development.

Source: Air Arabia Academy

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Nebraska, USA’s Ignite Flight Academy Partners with Sallie Mae to Offer Full Financing for Pilot Training

Nebraska, USA – Ignite Flight Academy has partnered with Sallie Mae, a major U.S. private education loan provider, to offer flexible financing solutions for aspiring pilots. The new funding option is designed to make pilot training more financially accessible by covering up to 100% of Pro Pilot Program costs.

Curious to learn more about Ignite Flight Academy – check out the interview it did with AFM earlier this year here.

Source: Ignite Flight Academy

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Spain’s EAS Barcelona Expands 2025 Fleet with 2 Tecnam P-Mentor Aircraft

Spain – Tecnam Aircraft is proud to announce that EAS Barcelona Flight School has expanded its fleet with the addition of two brand-new Tecnam P-Mentor aircraft. The new P-Mentors will support EAS Barcelona’s EASA-approved Integrated ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) training program, providing students with the latest in flight training technology, performance, and safety.

With this delivery, EAS Barcelona’s total fleet grows to 24 aircraft, including the Tecnam P2002JF, P2008JC, P-Mentor, and P2006T twin-engine trainers.

Leonardo Lozano, Director of Admissions at EAS Barcelona, commented: “At EAS Barcelona, we are committed to delivering airline-standard training from day one. The addition of the Tecnam P-Mentor perfectly aligns with our philosophy of combining innovation, safety, and efficiency in every stage of pilot education. These aircraft offer our cadets the latest avionics technology and flight performance needed to transition seamlessly into modern airline environments. This investment represents another step in our mission to prepare the next generation of professional pilots to meet the challenges of global aviation.”

Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer, added: “The partnership between Tecnam and EAS Barcelona highlights our shared vision of innovation and quality in aviation training. By integrating the P-Mentor into their ATPL program, EAS Barcelona ensures that their students benefit from state-of-the-art systems and a training philosophy that prepares them for the next generation of airline operations.”

Source: Tecnam Aircraft

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Kore Aviation Partners with JET Aviation Services to Support Student Pilots in Illinois

Illinois, USA — Kore Aviation is proud to announce a new partnership with JET Aviation Services, a Part 61 flight school based in Illinois. Through this collaboration, Kore Aviation becomes the official headset provider for the school, supplying KA-1 headsets to student pilots for use in flight training, ground instruction, and early discovery flights. Students training with JET Aviation Services will also receive access to exclusive discounts as part of Kore Aviation’s student support initiative.

Led by founder and instructor John Thompson, JET Aviation Services has quickly built a reputation for offering a grounded, professional approach to flight training. Thompson’s philosophy centers on creating a relaxed and student-friendly environment without compromising high standards or instructional quality. With a background that includes roles as a sheriff, ATP, and certified instructor across multiple categories, Thompson brings a wide range of real-world experience to each training session.

“My efforts in flight training are nothing more than professional,” said John Thompson, Founder of JET Aviation Services. “Students should always feel comfortable with their instructor, both in the airplane and on the ground. That comfort level makes the entire process more effective and enjoyable. The Kore Aviation KA-1 plays a part in that experience. Its clarity and ease of communication help reduce workload and keep students focused, especially in the early stages of learning to fly.”

Thompson first discovered Kore Aviation several years ago but was drawn back to the brand after seeing the company’s outreach during Oshkosh 2025. After sharing the Kore Aviation KA-1 with students and instructors, the response was immediate and positive. One local pilot even purchased a KA-1 headset for personal use and has since praised its performance and reliability.

“Student pilots already have a lot to process. The KA-1 reduces stress by delivering clean audio, both incoming and outgoing, so communication is never a distraction,” Thompson added. “When I think back to learning in aircraft with no intercom and poor speakers, the KA-1 is a major step forward. It gets my full support every day.”

“At Kore Aviation, we are drawn to instructors who lead with experience, clarity, and care,” said Min Kim, President of Kore Aviation. “John’s passion for his students and his respect for the training process is clear in everything he does. We are proud to support JET Aviation Services and help their pilots train with the gear they deserve.”

About Kore Aviation
Founded in 2015, Kore Aviation is a leading provider of durable, passive noise-attenuating headsets designed for student pilots, flight schools, and general aviation enthusiasts. With over 50,000 units sold, our headsets are trusted by pilots at all stages of their journey, both in the U.S. and around the world. We partner with flight schools and universities nationwide to equip the next generation of aviators with reliable gear known for clarity, comfort, and performance.

About JET Aviation Services
JET Aviation Services is a Part 61 flight training provider based in Illinois, offering personalized instruction guided by professionalism, comfort, and student success. Founded by John Thompson, a multi-rated certified instructor and ATP, the school offers a focused training experience tailored to the unique needs of each pilot.

Source: Kore Aviation

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Resilient Pilot Partners with Pegasus Airlines to Deliver Bespoke IE Standardisation Program

Türkiye – Resilient Pilot delivered the inaugural IE standardisation in facilitation program with Türkiye’s largest low-cost airline for over 130 of its Instructor Evaluators (IEs).

The programme aims to boost the IATA and recently adopted European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) ORO.FC.146 Evidence-Based Training (EBT) IE Competencies 3.0 (Instruction) IEC 4.0 (Interaction with Trainees) with a particular focus on enhancing effective facilitation of the five non-tech pilot competencies, ultimately driving an increase in resilience for all pilots.

The training programme, which will run for 12 months, will focus on three distinct phases and see Resilient Pilot deliver:

  • Virtual, face-to-face onboarding for IEs to enhance their understanding of the purpose, mission, and learning objectives of the programme
  • Provide access to Resilience Deck, Resilient Pilot’s proprietary in-your-pocket CBTA Development Co-pilot App, which enables 24/7 development of pilot competencies and Observable Behaviours (OBs)
  • Deliver two days of classroom-based and IPT device interactive training for all IEs at Pegasus Airlines head office in Istanbul
  • Conduct sample observations of IEs delivering LOFT sessions, focussing on facilitation and implementation of the iOBs
  • Proving ongoing support to Pegasus Airlines’ IE community through virtual coaching

Commenting on Resilient Pilot’s partnership with Pegasus Airline’s, Founder and CEO of Resilient Pilot, Stuart Beech said: “Pegasus Airlines is leading the way in embracing CBTA/EBT and we are delighted to work with them to achieve their training objectives. We have developed a bespoke programme that starts with developing their IEs, ensuring they understand the required pilot competencies and OBs needed on the flight deck. The package is a hybrid combination of distance learning and face-to-face interactive training, all underpinned by Resilience Deck, the world’s first app for pilot competencies and human factors.

“The team at Pegasus Airlines have already shown huge enthusiasm for achieving training excellence, and we’re looking forward to working with them over the coming year.”

About Resilient Pilot
Founded in 2020, Resilient Pilot is a UK CAA ATO and accredited with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) at gold level as a train the trainer organisation delivering mentor, coaching, and facilitation which supports over 10,000 pilots worldwide. Resilient Pilot works with airlines and organisations such as British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and AFAP to deliver competency-based training solutions. Resilient Pilot’s aim is to turn industry regulation into pilot resilience and performance, supporting the aviation sector as it embeds ICAO/IATA best practice for CBTA/EBT over the coming years.

Source: Resilient Pilot

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Skyborne Sets New Record with Intake of IndiGo Cadets in October 2025

India & USA – Skyborne Airline Academy is celebrating its largest ever intake of cadets from the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program, as 41 aspiring pilots sign Letters of Intent (LoIs) at a ceremony in Gurgaon.

As IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, proceeds on its path of global expansion and growth, the record intake at Skyborne reflects its significant role in producing airline-ready cadets. It also underscores Skyborne’s mission to encourage diversity in the flight deck, with almost 20% of the latest intake being female. Since the programme began in 2019, women have made up more than 15% of Skyborne’s IndiGo cadets – nearly triple the global average of 5.8%*1.

Rina Basu, Regional Director (Asia Pacific), Skyborne, says: “Our latest record-breaking Skyborne intake for IndiGo cadets is another proud milestone for us. It demonstrates the strength of our partnership and the ambition of the next generation of pilots. We’re especially encouraged to see more women choosing this path, helping shape a more inclusive future in the cockpit.”

The new recruits will begin training at Skyborne’s base in Vero Beach, Florida, before returning to India for licence conversion and type rating. Upon completion, they will take up positions as A320 Junior First Officers with India’s leading airline, IndiGo.

Industry forecasts project a global demand for 660,000 new pilots over the next 20 years, with South Asia accounting for 45,000 of that total*2. Against this backdrop, Skyborne’s partnership with IndiGo is delivering a steady pipeline of highly trained, professional cadets to help meet growing demand.

*1 Women pilots represent around 5.8% of the global pilot population.
*2 Boeing’s Pilot and Technician Outlook 2025-2044.

Source: Skyborne

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New Vision Jet Simulator, Developed by CAE, to Boosts Pilot Training Capacity in Arizona, USA

Arizona, USA – Cirrus Aircraft, a global leader in personal aviation, has announced the expansion of its recurrent Vision Jet® flight training operations at Cirrus Scottsdale. The newly constructed Vision Jet simulator, developed in collaboration with CAE, marks a significant step in enhancing West Coast accessibility to advanced jet training.

  • Designed for recurrent training, the simulator has capacity to train 45 pilots per month.

  • Located near Scottsdale Airport (SDL), the new off-airport facility will begin welcoming pilots in March 2026.

  • Cirrus Scottsdale, which already offers SR Series and Vision Jet training via Cirrus One™, will expand its staff to support the new offering.

  • Additional hires will include flight instructors, simulator technicians, and support staff.

  • The site will feature concierge services to support pilot owners during their training stay.

Statements

  • “Cirrus is making Vision Jet flight training more accessible to customers on the West Coast,” said Zean Nielsen, Chief Executive Officer of Cirrus. “We are expanding flight training in Scottsdale, enhancing our capacity and convenience for our customers. The Cirrus Scottsdale investment is integral for our owner community seeking Vision Jet recurrent training.”

Source: Cirrus Aircraft

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New FTO, Airmanship Aviation Academy, to Launch at Satna Airport in Madhya Pradesh, India

India – Airmanship Aviation Academy and Services Pvt Ltd has officially secured allotment of Satna Airport (ICAO: VEST) in Madhya Pradesh, marking the latest development in India’s expanding flight training ecosystem.

  • Satna Airport, operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), recently received its DGCA aerodrome licence and has been earmarked under India’s UDAN regional connectivity scheme.

  • Airmanship Aviation Academy plans to transition from a ground school into a full-fledged flying training organisation (FTO) under DGCA oversight.

Source: Airmanship Aviation Academy

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ELITE Simulation Solutions Delivers DA-42 FAA FTD Level 5 / EASA FNPT II to Nakhon Phanom University, Thailand

Switzerland & Thailand – flight simulator manufacturer ELITE Simulation Solutions is pleased to announce the successful installation of an ELITE Diamond DA-42 FAA FTD level 5 / EASA FNPT II flight training device at Nakhon Phanom University (NPU) in Thailand. This marks the third DA-42 simulator delivered by ELITE to Thailand in 2025, reinforcing ELITE’s position as a leading provider of advanced flight training systems in Southeast Asia.

Strengthening Pilot Training in Thailand

Nakhon Phanom University is now home to one of the most advanced DA-42-class simulators in the region. The device will provide students and flight training personnel with high-fidelity, certified simulation capabilities, helping bridge theoretical instruction and real-world flight experience in a controlled, safe environment.

This latest installation expands ELITE’s footprint in Thailand, following two prior DA-42 deployments earlier in 2025. The addition at NPU further supports Thailand’s aviation training infrastructure and elevates the standard of pilot education in the region.

Technical Highlights & Capabilities

The ELITE Diamond DA-40/DA-42 family, which includes the S823 convertible platform combines certified realism, flexibility, and compact design.

Key features of the installed DA-42 FTD5 / FNPT II include:

  • EASA FNPT II & FAA AATD / Level 5 qualification: The simulator is certified to meet rigorous European and U.S. standards for flight training devices.
  • Garmin G1000 / G1000 NXi replica avionics: A fully realistic avionics system that mirrors real aircraft configurations.
  • Compact footprint: The device is engineered to fit through standard doors, facilitating transport and installation in diverse training environments.
  • Visual system options: Includes a curved visual projection system (e.g. 4 m / 200° field of view) or alternative display configurations depending on room layout.
  • Loggable hours & credit potential: Under EASA CS-FSTD (A), the device supports logging of basic, instrument, and multi-engine training hours toward PPL, CPL, IR, and ATPL credit.

Importantly, while installed as a Diamond DA-42, the system retains the flexibility for a future Diamond DA-40 conversion if desired – a capability inherent in ELITE’s convertible design approach.

Complete Solutions & Support

ELITE provided full onsite installation, calibration, and operator training at NPU. The company also offers ongoing support, updates, and re-certification assistance to ensure maximum uptime and regulatory compliance.

This deployment demonstrates ELITE’s commitment to its clients in Thailand and to the broader Asia-Pacific region. As aviation training demand continues to grow, ELITE remains dedicated to delivering certified, high-performance simulation solutions.

“We are honored to partner with Nakhon Phanom University to advance pilot training capacity in Thailand. This third DA-42 installation in Thailand reflects both our technical capability and our commitment to regional development.” – Christopher Reville, CCO, ELITE Simulation Solutions

About ELITE Simulation Solutions
Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, ELITE Simulation Solutions provides advanced IFR software, controls, and flight training devices for flight schools, universities, and simulation centers worldwide. The company maintains offices in Orlando, Delhi, Prague, Melbourne, and Beijing. ELITE’s mission is to offer certified, modular, and high-fidelity simulation platforms that enhance safety, reduce training cost, and support aviation education globally.

Source: ELITE Simulation Solutions

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Infinity Flight Group Attends 2025 RTAG (Rotor to Airline Group) Convention

New Jersey, United States – based Infinity Flight Group, one of the largest privately owned flight schools on the east coast of the United States, was proud to participate in the 2025 Rotor to Airline Group (RTAG) Convention in Denver Colorado this past weekend, now recognized as one of the largest pilot hiring event in the United States. The event brought together thousands of current and future aviators exploring pathways to the airlines. Infinity Flight Group proudly supports U.S. military veterans and civilian students alike through its airline transition programs for both helicopter pilots and those beginning with zero flight time,

Infinity Flight Group is one of the largest privately owned flight schools in the United States, operating FAA-approved Part 141 programs with campuses in New Jersey and Florida.  In addition to its growing B2C client base, Infinity partners with leading colleges and airlines (including being an American Airlines cadet program partner) to provide structured career pathways from private pilot to the airline cockpit.

Source: Infinity Flight Group

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