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Texas Based US Aviation Group Received Contract from University to Commence New Flight Training Program in Fall of 2024

United States – The Texas Woman’s University (TWU) Board of Regents has approved a significant contract with U.S. Aviation Group LLC, signaling the commencement of TWU’s new flight training program this fall (2024).

The partnership with U.S. Aviation Group, which operates its main U.S. Aviation Academy campus at Denton Enterprise Airport, will enable TWU students to begin their flight training in the upcoming academic year. Interim Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs, O. Finley Graves, expressed enthusiasm about the program, stating, “We’re going to be flying this fall. Kids in airplanes!”

The announcement was met with applause from the regents and cheers from students and faculty at the TWU Dallas campus. The program has been bolstered by a $15 million donation from the Doswell Foundation, which established the Doswell School of Aeronautical Sciences. This initiative aims to increase opportunities for women and women of color in the aviation industry, aligning with the broader industry’s need for qualified pilots.

J. Clint Grant, the director of TWU’s new aeronautical school, highlighted the advantages of partnering with U.S. Aviation Academy , noting their convenient location and their 141 air agency certificate. A significant benefit of this collaboration is U.S. Aviation’s “self-examining authority,” allowing students to receive their pilot’s license directly upon course completion without needing an FAA checkride, saving time and costs.

TWU will handle ground training and classroom instruction, while U.S. Aviation Academy will conduct flight training. The initial contract spans two years, with an option for extension, and will start with 30 flight slots for the inaugural class. Costs for the program are estimated at $1.3 million annually.

Plans include painting training aircraft in TWU colors and featuring the TWU owl on the tails. The program is set to launch in fall 2024, pending final preparations.

TWU Regent Bernadette Coleman sees this partnership as a big step forward for both the university and the local community.

Source: TWU

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Portuguese Flight Training Group Sevenair Academy Attends Future Aviation Forum 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Portugal based flight training group Sevenair Academy participated in the Future Aviation Forum on May 20-22, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sevenair Academy’s Head of Training and COO – Capt. Salvador Costa Pereira represented the Academy at the event. “If you want to stay ahead of the game, you need to foresee the future! And that’s exactly what we did at the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, where I had the privilege of representing Sevenair Academy. I want to extend my congratulations to the Future Aviation Forum team and to Saudi Arabia for hosting such an amazing event. The futuristic (but realistic) vision that was presented is truly inspiring, and I am excited to see how it will shape the future of aviation.” shared Capt. Salvador Costa Pereira.

Source: Sevenair Academy
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US Flight Training Group Phoenix East Aviation Hosts Regional Airline in May 2024

Florida, United States-based flight training group Phoenix East Aviation (PEA), which announced in March 2024 that has modernized its Piper Senecas fleet, welcomed United States based regional airline PSA Airlines to its campus. Two PSA pilots presented details about their cadet program and the airline to the students. They also hosted an open forum, providing students with the invaluable opportunity to network and ask questions directly, gaining firsthand insights into the aviation industry.

Daytona Beach, Florida, United States based Phoenix East Aviation (PEA) has been providing flight training for over 50 years. Its main campus is located at Daytona Beach International Airport, a Satellite facility in Ft Lauderdale where they are the flight training provider for Broward College, and an Auxiliary training facility in Flagler Beach that specializes in accelerated training. PEA is equipped with over 70 aircraft.

Source: Phoenix East Aviation
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Training Management System Solutions Provider, Qualtero, Announces Final Phase of Partner Brazilian Airline’s Onboarding Project

Back in January 2024 GOL Linhas Aéreas, one of the largest airlines in Brazil and a leading carrier in South America, has selected Qualtero’s Fox Training Management System to enhance its operational efficiency. Gol Airline’s Corporate University, “Academia de Águias”, also took part in the selection process, and will also be benefiting from Fox’s rich set of training management capabilities.

The collaboration is set to revolutionize Gol Airlines’ operations, focusing on key areas of qualification management, grading for pilots and cabin crew, and training scheduling optimization using Fox’s patented optimization engine. Fox will serve as an enterprise compliance management solution, aligning with Gol Airlines’ commitment to excellence across all employee levels.

“Gol Airlines is embarking on a transformative journey with Qualtero’s Fox TMS, a partnership set to redefine and revolutionize its training operations,” said Yuval Sive, VP of Sales at Qualtero. “This partnership underscores Qualtero’s dedication to innovation and operational excellence, supporting Gol Airlines in achieving new heights in the aviation industry.”

Qualtero is now excited to announce the successful commencement of the second and final phase of GOL Airlines’ onboarding project with the former. This crucial workshop focused on the key aspects of Qualification Management, Evaluation (Grading), Notifications, and out-of-the-box reports.

Qualtero’s participants were divided into two main groups: Pilots and Academic. The Academic group comprises various essential operators including Flight Attendants, Ground Handling, Maintenance, Security, Dispatchers, Cargo, Work Safety, and Corporate teams. This workshop marks a significant milestone in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of GOL’s training and operational processes. Qualtero aims to streamline training, reduce errors, and ensure that all personnel are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.

Source: Qualtero
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