Global Pilot Training Group BAA Training Launches MPL Pilot Training Program with Spanish Airline – First Batch in 2025

BAA Training, which operates full flight simulator training centers and flight schools around the world, has signed a contract with Spain’s Volotea, one of the fastest-growing independent airlines in Europe, to provide cadet pilot training, with the first cadet batch starting in February 2025. BAA Training aims to train around 30 students per year with the soon-to-launch cadet program.

The cadet program, in partnership with Volotea, will provide airline-specific, full-scope, competency-focused Multi-crew Pilot License (MPL) training to the cadets. The program covers theory, flight training on single- and multi-engine aircraft, and aircraft type-specific full flight simulator training. This will fully prepare them to operate within Volotea-specific procedures.

We have a successful track record of running the MPL training programs, thus, we’re very happy to have signed the new partnership with Volotea, which will further solidify our experience in this particular field,” says Marijus Ravoitis, CEO at BAA Training. “We look forward to working with the airline to prepare qualified pilots for them, meet their needs, and, most importantly, ensure quality training.

We are pleased to partner with BAA Training in preparing a new generation of pilots trained directly within our airline’s standard operating procedures from day one. This approach ensures our MPL cadets develop both the technical skills, and the disciplined mindset required to uphold our high standards in safety and service, leading to a smooth transition into our operations,” says Merlan van der Panne, Head of Pilot Recruitment & Duty Pilot at Volotea.

The training will be held across a couple of BAA Training locations where the training academy has an established presence – ground school at either Vilnius, Lithuania or Lleida-Alguaire, Spain; flight school at the Lleida-Alguaire International Airport; and the simulator training center in Barcelona, Spain.

The program has a price of Euro 105,000

Source: BAA Training

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Global Pilot Training Group Skyborne Celebrates 14 Graduates Securing Second Officer Positions with British Low-Cost Airline

Global pilot training group Skyborne which operates flight training bases across the United Kingdom and the United States, is celebrating a significant milestone as 14 of its graduates have successfully secured Second Officer positions with easyJet. This achievement underscores the high-quality training and support that Skyborne provides to its students, preparing them for successful careers in aviation.

Earlier in the month the Gloucestershire Airport headquartered Skyborne Airline Academy celebrated the graduation of 102 newly qualified airline pilots who had successfully completed UKCAA Integrated and Modular ATPL programmes. The Skyborne graduates will go on to fly for leading airlines including British Airways, easyJet, TUI, Loganair and Jet2.com, thanks to the academy’s extensive network of partnerships and career pathways.

Source: Skyborne
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US Aviation Group Welcomes Regional Operator at Open House Event in October 2024

USA – Regional operator CommuteAir participated in the DCC Aviation Open House hosted by Dutchess Community College, in collaboration with US Aviation Group’s US Aviation Academy. The event provided an opportunity for the regional airline to engage with aspiring pilots and highlight its career pathways and partnerships.

  • CommuteAir representatives connected with students and faculty to discuss pilot opportunities within the airline.
  • The airline emphasized its partnership with United Airlines, offering pathways through the United Aviate program, which provides a streamlined route to becoming a United Airlines pilot.
  • The Open House event aimed to showcase aviation training programs available through Dutchess Community College and US Aviation Academy.

Statement

  • “Thank you Dutchess Community College and US Aviation Group and US Aviation Academy for having CommuteAir at the DCC Aviation Open House. It was an excellent opportunity to meet with all the aspiring future aviators and your talented team in attendance to discuss our pilot opportunities and partnership with United Airlines,” said Andrew Nicholson, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at CommuteAir.

About CommuteAir
CommuteAir is a regional airline based in the United States, operating under the United Express brand through its partnership with United Airlines. The airline provides regional connectivity and serves as a career pathway for pilots through the United Aviate program.

Source: Andrew Nicholson (CommuteAir)

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Indian Flight Training Group Chimes Aviation Academy Celebrates Another 51 Cadets Obtaining LoI’s for Airline Cadet Pilot Program

Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates two flight training bases in India and recently announced an order to expand its fleet with additional training aircraft, celebrated at an event held  in Gurgaon, 51 cadets signing their Letters of Intent (LOIs) under the prestigious Indigo Cadet Pilot Program( CPP)- Batch ICP 05.

“We are thrilled to support the dreams of these future pilots,” said Y.N ( Bobby) Sharma, CEO of Chimes Aviation Academy. “This program goes beyond just training; it’s about creating skilled, confident pilots ready to meet the airlines’ high expectations.”

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy
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AFM team notes

  • How does this industry development relate to a pilot training industry supplier?
    Suppliers may experience rising demand for training materials and devices to support cadet program at Chimes Aviation Academy.

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