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Nordic Airline Launches Cadet Pilot Program with Pilot Flight Academy

Icelandair has announced the launch of a new abinitio pilot cadet training program in partnership with the Norwegian flight school Pilot Flight Academy. The program is designed to provide students with priority employment opportunities at Icelandair upon graduation. The training program includes theoretical training in Sandefjord, Norway, lasting about 8 months, followed by practical training in Texas for 4 months. Afterward, students return to Norway for instrument and multi-engine training, A-UPRT, and APS MCC training, with the entire program taking approximately 18 months.

Icelandair CEO Bogi Nils Bogason stated: “As an island, Iceland is heavily reliant on aviation, so it is crucial that we offer excellent educational opportunities in the specialized fields of aviation. While Icelandair continues to experience high demand for positions within our company, it is important to support the continued growth of our society and ensure a skilled workforce for the future.”

  • Applications for the program will be accepted from September 14th to September 28th, 2023.
  • The program is open to applicants aged 18-30 with a high school-level education and good English skills.
  • While Icelandic proficiency is not required, it is desirable.

Icelandair currently operates;

  • 18 B737
  • 18 B757
  • 5 B767
  • 6 Dash 8

Source: Icelandair
Photo credit: Icelandair (shown as meta image)

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US Airline Pilot Training and Pathway Program Announces Upcoming Recruiting Events for October 2023

United Aviate, United’s industry-leading pilot career development program offering aspiring and established pilots the most direct path to a United flight deck, announced its upcoming recruiting events in October as follows:

  • Purdue University Career Fair | West Lafayette, IN
    • Wednesday, October 4
  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Career Fair | Prescott, AZ
    • Thursday, October 5
  • ATP Flight Line Visit | Indianapolis, IN
    • Thursday, October 5
  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Career Fair | Daytona Beach, FL
    • Wednesday, October 11
  • Southern Illinois University Career Day | Carbondale, IL
    • Saturday, October 14
  • University of North Dakota Classroom Visit | Grand Forks, ND
    • Monday, October 16 – Tuesday, October 17
  • Florida Institute of Technology Career Fair | Melbourne, FL
    • Wednesday, October 18
  • Ohio State University Career Fair | Columbus, OH
    • Wednesday, October 18 – Thursday, October 19
  • Delaware State University Classroom Visit | Dover, DE
    • Wednesday, October 25 – Friday, October 27
  • Kent State University Career Fair | Kent, OH
    • Wednesday, October 25
  • Middle Georgia State University Career Fair | Eastman, GA
    • Wednesday, October 25 – Thursday, October 26

Source: United Aviate
Photo Credit: United Aviate (shown as meta image)

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US Flight School Welcomes Representatives from Partner US Airline to Discuss Pilot Pathway Program

Florida, United States based Epic Flight Academy welcomed representatives from the United Airlines Aviate program. They spoke with Epic pilots about exciting career opportunities through this innovative initiative. United Airlines Aviate Program, in partnership with Epic Flight Academy, offers the opportunity to embark on a career path that leads directly to United Airlines.

Aspiring pilots must first meet eligibility requirements to train at Epic Flight Academy in Florida, a Part 141 FAA-Certified flight school. Once accepted at Epic, they will earn Private Pilot License, then can apply to the Aviate program. Upon acceptance into Aviate, these students will be assigned an Aviate coach, a United pilot, to provide guidance and mentoring as they continue flight training at Epic.

Source: Epic Flight Academy
Photo Credit: Epic Flight Academy

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