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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Elixir Aircraft Delivers Aircraft to Jean Bertin Flying Club
Elixir Aircraft, a fast growing training aircraft manufacturer headquartered in La Rochelle, France, has shared that the Jean Bertin Flying Club in Chavenay has received its Elixir. “Pleasure of flying, modern technological environment, permanent show under this panoramic bubble, it’s a real 4th generation aircraft, a description that applies to all levels as soon as you let yourself slide at the controls,” comments its president enthusiastically.
In April 2024 Elixir Aircraft announced that two more European ATOs joined its order book:
- Rubric Aviation from the UK (Rubric Aviation will fly Elixir Aircraft for its Scottish center)
- Panamedia from Spain
“We are thrilled to announce the acquisition of Elixir aircraft for our clients in the UK,” said Ian A Henderson, CEO of Rubric Aviation. “The addition of these exceptional planes to our fleet underscores our commitment to providing unparalleled aviation experiences and ushering in a new era of aviation excellence. Elixir planes embody the pinnacle of innovation, performance, and reliability.”
Panamedia trusts the 4th generation Elixir training airplane for its bases of Valencia, Castellón and Mallorca. They were particularly attracted by its main features: a full glass cockpit, landing gear with shock absorbers, and an integrated BRS parachute.
“When I first read the technical characteristics of the Elixir, I wanted to fly it personally to feel it. Therefore, I traveled to La Rochelle where the Elixir Aircraft team welcomed me with open arms and explained everything to me in detail before taking a beautiful flight. For our Panamedia ATO, the Elixir more than meets our expectations and we intend to renew our fleet with many Elixir.” declared José Parejo Navas, Director of Panamedia International Flight School.
Emmanuel Gil, Head of Sales Elixir Aircraft Europe commented “we are delighted that Rubric Aviation and Panamedia have chosen the Elixir Aircraft to add to their respective fleets. This underlines the confidence ATO’s have in the Elixir and its perfect fit for the professional flight training organizations.” Elixir Aircraft’s order book now includes 200+ orders, pre-orders and LOI.
The Elixir Aircraft team will be present at the following events in 2024:
- EAA AirVenture – 22 to 28th of July
- EATS – 5 to 7th of November
- Green Aero Days – 3-4 December
Source: Elixir Aircraft
Photo Credit: Elixir Aircraft
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Flight Training Management Software Provider FlightLogger Selected by OSM Aviation Academy USA
Global pilot and flight training group OSM Aviation Academy Florida’s, United States base OSM Aviation Academy USA has selected FlightLogger. FlightLogger, a leader in flight training management software, announced in May 2024 a major milestone in its journey of empowering the aviation and pilot training community. Over the past thirteen years, FlightLogger has become the trusted choice for flight training organizations worldwide, welcoming over a hundred thousand users to its platform.
OSM Aviation Academy provides airline-ready flight training in USA, Norway, and Sweden.
Source: FlightLogger
Photo Credit: FlightLogger
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Flight Simulator Manufacturer AMST Aviation Hosts Lufthansa Group Representative in May 2024
AMST-Aviation, the Netherlands-based developer of flight simulation products, was thrilled to host Capt. Christof-J. Kemény from Lufthansa Group at their booth during the recent WATS 2024 conference. Capt. Kemény’s presentation on UPRT shed light on exciting advancements in flight simulation technology, offering invaluable insights into enhancing pilot training.
Source: AMST Aviation
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Australia-based Flight School Announces Installation of VR Flight Training Devices in 2024
Bankstown Airport, New South Wales, Australia headquartered flight training group Sydney Flight College (SFC) which recently expanded to a second base in Tamworth shared through its Head of Operations Andrew McIntosh that it has taken delivery of True Course Simulation devices. It is the first flight training organization in Australia to integrate True Course Simulations into its training center. With the installation of two state-of-the-art VR Immersive Flight Training Devices, SFC has set a new bar in terms of pilot training equipment.
Glenn Ross, Director for Global Business Development of True Course Simulations is thrilled about this collaboration with SFC Australia saying, “It’s truly inspiring to work with yet another team of innovative aviation professionals that ‘just get it’ and have the vision to see the power of this technology in the teaching and learning space.”
SFC achieved the following 2023 metrics:
- 295 new students
- 104 graduated students
- 15,250 recorded flight hours
- 40 aircraft
- 40 instructors, 12 of which joined in 2023 while 10 long standing instructors moved into airline roles
Source: Andrew McIntosh (SFC Australia)
Photo Credit: Glenn Ross (True Course Simulations)
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Florida-based Flight School, Dynasty Aviation, Selects Flight Simulator from ELITE Simulation
Flight simulator manufacturer ELITE Simulation Solutions is proud to have been chosen by Florida-based flight school Dynasty Aviation, providing them with its game-changing PI-1000 Professional Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD). The powerful simulator will allow the school to reduce training costs and maximise training efficiency.
As one of the leading suppliers of Flight Training Devices (FTDs), ELITE Simulation Solutions products are utilised across the globe, and Dynasty Aviation in America has become the latest training school to use the innovative simulators. Based in Miami, the school was built from the ground-up by experienced flight instructors, allowing it to provide exceptional training and support for students.
Continuously looking to develop the training it provides, Dynasty Aviation recently purchased ELITE’s PI-1000 Professional AATD. This revolutionary simulator builds on the success of the proven PI-135 BATD, providing incredibly realistic training for pilots. Approved by the FAA, as AATD the simulator incorporates LCD screens and bezels to offer real-world experiences such as WAAS approaches and simulating appropriate autopilot functions.
The Dynasty Aviation simulator features an open cockpit and pilot seat alongside heavy duty rudder pedals, replica Garmin G1000 instrumentation, SEP and MEP controls and panels, and ELITE Pro Panel III flight console with dynamic control loading. This allows it to simulate several aircraft, including the C172S, C172R, C182T, T182T, C206, T206, and Baron B58.
To ensure students could start benefiting from the simulator immediately, the ELITE team visited Dynasty Aviation to install the system directly. ELITE also provided remote troubleshooting to solve any issues.
Rene Huddlestone, Director of Marketing & Sales at ELITE said “ELITE is continuously building on our success in the North American market, with hundreds of FAA-approved BATD and AATD flight training devices currently in operation all over the USA. We are very pleased to add Dynasty Aviation to this list of ELITE FAA-approved AATD operators and look forward to working with them more in the future.”
Dao Chen, Chief Instructor at Dynasty Aviation, added, “From the moment we first spoke with the Elite team, it has been fantastic working with them. The technical support has been amazing, particularly the troubleshooting being conducted remotely, which allowed for any issues to be solved quickly. The simulator is going to help transform how we train students at Dynasty Aviation, allowing us to increase training efficiency and reduce the cost of training. Having single and multi-engine configurations combined into one unit is a gamechanger for the flight school environment.”
Source: ELITE
Photo Credit: ELITE
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Turkish Airlines Hires Over 5,000 Employees in 2023 – Similar Plan for 2024
Turkish Airlines, the flag carrier of Turkey, has shared its ambitious recruitment plans through the publication of job postings for various positions under the titles “Take-Off 101,” “Take-Off Jr.,” and “Take-Off Cadet.” The flagship carrier aims to bolster its workforce in both flight and ground roles, aligning with its strategic objectives for 2033.
Abdulkerim Çay, Deputy General Manager of Human Resources at Turkish Airlines, shared insights into the airline’s recruitment policies at the “Career Summit” organized by Istanbul Technical University. He emphasized, “We strive to increase the number of our employees every year in line with our partnership’s growth strategies; we contribute to the Turkish economy with our policies to increase employment.” Çay highlighted the airline’s commitment, revealing that in 2023, Turkish Airlines successfully recruited 5,134 employees, spanning both flight and ground crews. The airline aims to replicate this achievement in 2024, planning to welcome approximately 5,000 new employees. Collaborating with subsidiary companies, Turkish Airlines envisions expanding its current employee base of around 84,000 to an impressive 150,000 by the end of the decade.
The recruitment drive includes programs like “Take-Off 101 (Part-Time Student)” and “Take-Off Jr.,” specifically designed to provide opportunities for individuals aspiring to launch their careers in aviation. With the “Take-Off 101 (Part-Time Student)” initiative, Turkish Airlines offers 3rd and 4th-year undergraduate students the chance to gain practical work experience while continuing their education. Successful candidates have the opportunity to work at Turkish Airlines for a total of 12 months over two semesters. This opportunity is available to young citizens of the Republic of Turkey born on or after January 1, 1998.
For senior undergraduate students and recent graduates, the “Take-Off Jr.” program opens up full-time employment opportunities. The program aims to empower talented individuals who successfully navigate the evaluation processes. Applicants born on or after January 1, 1997, can apply for this program, with proficiency in English, strong communication skills, a focus on development, innovative thinking, and teamwork orientation being key preferences. Applications for both programs will be accepted until March 10, 2024.
Furthermore, Turkish Airlines introduces the “Take-Off Cadet” program, inviting all undergraduate graduates, regardless of their department, and individuals born between December 31, 2003, and January 1, 1994, to join the airline’s family. Successful candidates in the recruitment process will undergo a comprehensive 2-year training program. The program offers various benefits, including 2 gross minimum wage salaries, accommodation, rental assistance, meal cards, insurance, and discounted tickets during the training period. Interested individuals can apply for this program until April 30, 2024, marking a significant opportunity for aspiring pilots.
Source: Turkish Airlines
Photo Credit: Turkish Airlines (shown as meta image)
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Provider of Digital Training Management Solutions MINT Announces Service Agreement with Icelandic Low-Cost Carrier
MINT Software Systems, a leading provider of digital training management solutions for regulatory compliance, announces a service agreement with Icelandic low cost carrier PLAY airlines to implement the web-based training management system, MINT TMS.
Since its inception in 2019, PLAY Airlines has rapidly expanded its operations, operating 10 Airbus 320 NEO and 321 NEO aircraft across a network of 22 countries with 42 destinations on 41 routes. As PLAY continues to grow, the airline recognizes the critical importance of secure management for electronic currencies and qualifications.
In pursuit of a robust solution, PLAY’s leadership conducted a comprehensive evaluation, ultimately selecting the MINT Training Management System (MINT TMS) to oversee the qualifications of their pilots and cabin crew. MINT TMS offers advanced features tailored to meet the unique needs of airlines, including electronic forms for seamless submission of training results and the MINT Report Builder tool for swift extraction and exportation of critical crew training data.
“We are excited to partner with MINT Software Systems to enhance our training operations,” said Halldór Guðfinnsson, Director of Operations at PLAY airlines. “The MINT TMS platform will not only streamline our training processes but also ensure compliance with aviation regulations, facilitating the safe operation of our growing fleet.”
By leveraging the capabilities of MINT TMS, PLAY Airlines aims to accelerate its expansion while maintaining the highest safety standards in the aviation industry.
Source: MINT Software Systems
Photo Credit: MINT Software Systems