Archives: Market Intelligences

Able Flight and SIU Aviation Hosts Aviation Program for Aspiring Pilots with Disabilities in 2025

Carbondale, Illinois, USA – Able Flight and SIU Aviation are again opening the skies to aspiring pilots with disabilities through their transformative 2025 flight training program. Now in its second year at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, the program welcomed five new students, each on a unique journey to earn a sport pilot certificate using specially adapted Vashon Ranger Light Sport aircraft. The program, which runs up to eight weeks, represents a rare and empowering opportunity for individuals with disabilities to experience the freedom of flight while gaining critical skills and confidence.

  • Aircraft: Two specially adapted Vashon Ranger Light Sport aircraft, donated by Able Flight

  • Certification goal: Sport Pilot License

  • Total prior Able Flight graduates: 98 (before 2025 cohort)

  • Program founder: Charles Stites, who transferred ownership of aircraft and committed funding to SIU for at least 7 years

Source: SIU Aviation
Photo Credit: SIU Aviation

Related Posts

Flight Simulator Manufacturer ALSIM’s ALSR20 Simulator at South Korean University Achieves CAAC FTD Level 5 Certification

South Korea – ALSIM has reached a new milestone with the ALSR20 flight simulator installed at the Korea National University of Transportation (KNUT). The simulator has officially been certified at CAAC FTD Level 5, marking a significant achievement in advancing high-quality pilot training in South Korea.

ALSIM’s ALSR20 simulator, tailored to replicate the Cirrus SR20 aircraft. The accomplishment reinforces the strong collaboration between ALSIM, KNUT, and Recoil Aerospace Inc.

Source: ALSIM
Photo Credit: ALSIM

Related Posts

Flight School Management Software Aviatize Unveils Most Powerful Platform Yet for Flight Schools

USA – Aviatize, the aviation management software company known for streamlining flight school and fleet operations, has launched Aviatize 4.0, its largest and most feature-packed release to date. Designed to make life easier for aviation professionals and administrators, the new version introduces powerful capabilities such as multi-location operations, real-time maintenance visibility, native FAA/TSA compliance management, and streamlined financial workflows — all integrated into a single, intuitive platform.

  • Multi-Location Planning & Management
    Manage multiple bases with full visibility into aircraft, instructors, scheduling, and reporting — no more juggling spreadsheets.

  • Smart Technical Issue Reporting (Squawks & Squeeks)
    Pilots can report technical anomalies directly from their devices, assigning urgency levels. Maintenance teams receive alerts instantly, eliminating delays and surprises.

  • Native FAA & TSA Document Management
    Store and manage compliance-critical documents — including Airman certificates, TSA verifications, endorsements, and FAA medicals — directly in the platform.

  • Upgraded User & Aircraft Management
    Enhanced admin tools let operators assign roles, update aircraft profiles, and control access rights with just a few clicks.

  • Real-Time Maintenance Visibility
    Maintenance status is now integrated into the booking workflow, showing what’s due, overdue, or grounded — before dispatch decisions are made.

  • Faster Payment Workflow
    From flight logging to invoicing and accounting sync, Aviatize 4.0 enables quicker, seamless billing and payment processing.

  • Pilot Expense Reimbursement Tools
    Pilots can now submit receipts and claim reimbursements for operational expenses directly within the system, reducing paperwork and delays.

“Join the Aviatize 4.0 Webinar to see the new features in action and learn how they can transform your daily operations.
When: June 25th, 2025 at 11:00 MST (20:00 CET)”
Register here.

Source: Aviatize
Photo Credit: Aviatize

Related Posts

Tecnam Awarded Contract to Supply 10 P2010 TDI Aircraft to Finnish Aviation Academy

Pori, Finland / Capua, Italy – Tecnam proudly announces that it has been awarded a landmark contract by the Finnish Aviation Academy (FINAA) for the delivery of ten (10) Tecnam P2010TDI aircraft. This significant acquisition marks a transformative milestone for Finland’s premier professional flight training institution.

Following a rigorous public procurement process initiated in late 2024, Tecnam was selected from among three strong contenders. The P2010TDI emerged as the ideal solution to support FINAA’s mission of delivering cutting-edge pilot training with a strong emphasis on efficiency, technology, and sustainability.

“These will be the first ten Tecnam aircraft in our fleet, and they will replace our legacy four seat aircraft,” said Ari Tolonen, Managing Director and Accountable Manager of the Finnish Aviation Academy. “We are eagerly looking forward to this cooperation and the arrival of the new aircraft. This is a huge step for our future.”

The FINAA, owned by the Finnish government and headquartered in Pori since 1985, trains 80 to 100 professional pilot students each year, making it the largest ATO (Approved Training Organization) in the country. The adoption of the Tecnam P2010TDI reflects the Academy’s commitment to modernizing its fleet with more capable, environmentally conscious aircraft.

The Tecnam P2010TDI, powered by the highly efficient Continental CD-170 engine and MT Propeller, and equipped with state-of-the-art Garmin avionics, offers a unique combination of advanced technology, low emissions, and fuel efficiency. With its extended range and payload, the aircraft enables IFR training on a single-engine platform—significantly reducing operational costs while enhancing FINAA’s mission flexibility and overall capabilities.

“The P2010TDI is a unique aircraft in today’s training market,” said Paolo Pascale, CEO of Tecnam. “Thanks to its Continental engine, it ensures low operational costs while delivering outstanding performance and reliability. It’s an aircraft that can truly make a difference in the business plan of any flight training organization.”

“We are honored by the trust placed in us by the Finnish Aviation Academy,” said Walter Da Costa, Tecnam Chief Sales Officer. “This order further strengthens our commitment to supporting the next generation of pilots with safe, sustainable, and state-of-the-art training aircraft.”

The first deliveries are scheduled to begin in March 2026, with the full fleet of ten P2010TDI aircraft set to significantly enhance FINAA’s training capabilities in the years ahead.

Tradition, innovation and vision. These factors are taking Tecnam to new horizons. Based on recent data and industry benchmarks, Tecnam offers the greenest training fleet in the world. Flight schools using Tecnam’s single and twin engine fleet can save up to 10 tonnes of CO2 emissions for each student who completes a Commercial Pilot Licence – a 60% reduction compared to a fleet using 100LL fuel across 155 flight hours, including 30 hours in a twin.

About Finnish Aviation Academy
The Finnish Aviation Academy is a vocational special purpose aviation school located in the City of Pori on the west coast of Finland. The purpose of the Academy is to train professional pilots for the need of Finnish professional aviation. The number of students is determined annually based on the need for new pilots for the airlines in Finland. Training at the Finnish Aviation Academy meets the EASA Regulations. The training is also in accordance with the requirements stated by the Finnish airlines as well as the laws of Finland. In addition to training new pilots, the Finnish Aviation Academy also offers commercial services, such as training services and simulator and training device leasing and training services to operators on a global basis.

About TECNAM; “Quality Aircraft since 1948”
Tecnam is an Italian aircraft manufacturer and one of the world’s leading piston aircraft manufacturers. Founded in 1948 by brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale, the company is headquartered in Capua, Italy, and operates two subsidiaries in Sebring, Florida, USA, and Brisbane, Australia, to serve and support the needs of local Tecnam owners and operators. Tecnam designs and manufactures a wide range of aircraft for personal use, commercial operations, business travel, flight training, surveillance, law enforcement and other specialised applications.

Source: Tecnam
Photo Credit: Tecnam

Related Posts

Norway’s Pilot Flight Academy Appoints Managing Director in June 2025

Sandefjord, Norway – based Pilot Flight Academy (PFA) has appointed Jeanett Thunestvedt as Interim Managing Director as of June 2025.

PFA is well known in the European pilot training ecosystem due to its numerous airline partnerships – previously highlighted its graduate placement achievements for 2024, with 75% of its alumni securing positions with leading airlines within six months of graduating.

  • Pilot Flight Academy goes beyond standard pilot training by equipping cadets with airline-focused knowledge, skills, and attitudes tailored to meet industry demands.
  • Through its partnership with AAP Aviation, the academy offers career support, ensuring graduates transition seamlessly into airline operations as fully prepared pilots.

To learn more about PFA or Ms Thunestvedt you can connect with her here.

Source: Pilot Flight Academy
Photo Credit: Pilot Flight Academy (shown as meta image)

Related Posts