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US Airline Pilot Training Program Announces New Partner Spotlight Series for December – US Aviation
United Airline’s Aviate announces a new partner spotlight series where they highlight the program’s valued Aviate partners and showcase exciting updates, important milestones and a glimpse into what is on the horizon. Aviate’s partner spotlight this month of December is US Aviation Academy (US Aviation). As an Aviate flight school partner, former and current students and instructors at US Aviation can apply to the Aviate program and upon acceptance, receive a conditional job offer from United.
About US Aviation
US Aviation has grown from a handful of aircraft in 2006 to one of the largest Part 141 flight academies in the country, with over 120 aircraft at five locations. This growth is a product of professionalism, a commitment to safety, and excellence in training – core values that have made US Aviation one of the top flight schools for accelerated flight training and collegiate programs alike. While amongst industry leaders in producing top-quality professional pilot candidates, they also take pride in making sure their students’ love for aviation continuously grows.
The Latest from US Aviation
- In the last 12 months, US Aviation has grown from 300 students annually to over 500. Due to this growth, US Aviation plans to open at least two additional locations by the end of 2023. It is their mission to make both flight and A&P training more accessible geographically and financially for everyone.
- In early December, US Aviation acquired their 60th Cessna 172 and ordered six additional new Piper Seminoles to keep up with their growth.
- US Aviation has become a nationally recognized name in helping veterans maximize their GI Bill benefits for both flight and A&P with over 150 veteran students annually. It is their goal to make sure veterans complete their training with as little out-of-pocket expense as possible.
- The importance of maintaining an income while training is recognized at US Aviation and they do their best to work with students’ schedules. There are currently more than five United flight attendants training at their school while maintaining their roles with United.
- Due to the growing demand for skilled military helicopter pilots, US Aviation has created a Rotor Transition Program (RTP) to help pilots convert their certificates in an expedited fashion.
Source: United Airlines Aviate
Photo Credit: US Aviation Group
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Major US Airline Unveils Historic Order to Purchase Up To 200 Aircraft and Hire 2,500 Pilots a Year
- Firm order for 100 new 787 Dreamliners – plus options to add 100 more – represents largest widebody aircraft order by a U.S. carrier in commercial aviation history
- Airline now expects to take delivery of about 700 new narrow and widebody aircraft by 2032, including an average of more than two every week in 2023 and three a week in 2024
- Order builds on United’s strengths: leading U.S. international gateways, robust domestic network supporting the global fleet, premium onboard experience and most widebodies among North American carriers
United Airlines announced the largest widebody order by a U.S. carrier in commercial aviation history: 100 Boeing 787 Dreamliners with options to purchase 100 more. This historic purchase is the next chapter in the ambitious United Next plan and will bolster the airline’s leadership role in global travel for years to come.
United expects to take delivery of the new widebody planes between 2024 and 2032 and can choose among the 787-8, 9 or 10 models, providing flexibility to support a wide range of routes.
United also exercised options to purchase 44 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft for delivery between 2024 and 2026 – consistent with the United Next 2026 capacity plan – and ordered 56 more MAX aircraft for delivery between 2027 and 2028.
The airline now expects to take delivery of about 700 new narrow and widebody aircraft by the end of 2032, including an average of more than two every week in 2023 and more than three every week in 2024.
Additionally, United continues its unprecedented effort to upgrade the interiors of its existing fleet. More than 90% of the carrier’s international widebodies now feature the United Polaris® business class seat, as well as United Premium Plus® seating – upgrades for the remaining aircraft will be completed by the summer of 2023. United also will retrofit 100% of its mainline, narrow-body planes with its signature interior – about 100 aircraft are scheduled to be completed in 2023 with the remaining expected to be completed by the end of 2025.
Approximately 100 planes of the new widebody order are expected to replace older Boeing 767 and Boeing 777 aircraft, with all 767 aircraft removed from the United fleet by 2030, resulting in up to an expected 25% decrease in carbon emissions per seat for the new planes compared to the older planes they are expected to replace.
“United emerged from the pandemic as the world’s leading global airline and the flag carrier of the United States,” said United CEO Scott Kirby. “This order further solidifies our lead and creates new opportunities for our customers, employees and shareholders by accelerating our plan to connect more people to more places around the globe and deliver the best experience in the sky.”
“With this investment in its future fleet, the 737 MAX and 787 will help United accelerate its fleet modernization and global growth strategy,” said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “The Boeing team is honored by United’s trust in our family of airplanes to connect people and transport cargo around the world for decades to come.”
Driving Bottom Line Value
The firm order for 787 aircraft addresses United’s current widebody aircraft replacement needs through the next decade – their greatly improved maintenance and fuel burn economics will further United’s efforts to improve its overall cost profile. In partnership with Boeing, this order also helps United maintain flexibility with the timing of widebody aircraft retirements.
At the same time, the 787 options allow United to continue to grow its global network and would help maintain the airline’s industry-leading margins in international flying among U.S. carriers.
“This order solves for our current widebody replacement needs in a more fuel-efficient and cost-efficient way, while also giving our customers a best-in-class experience,” said Gerry Laderman, United’s EVP and Chief Financial Officer. “And if the future of long-haul flying is as bright as we think it will be, United is able to capitalize on those opportunities by exercising these new widebody options – I look forward to the incremental margin and earnings these aircraft will generate.”
The exercised options for MAX aircraft are consistent with the 2026 capacity and two margin targets associated with the United Next plan. United also has started to build the order book for 2027 and beyond with the firm order for 56 additional MAX aircraft.
Creating Tens of Thousands of Careers
The order also is expected to lead to increased hiring – the airline hired 15,000 people in 2022 and is on track to add another 15,000 next year. For more information about United’s recruiting and hiring efforts, visit careers.united.com.
“When I look at our culture and the trajectory of our brand and company, I know this is the best time to join United Airlines,” said Kate Gebo, United’s EVP of Human Resources and Labor Relations. “We’re not just creating jobs – these are long-lasting careers that offer great pay, outstanding benefits and flight privileges to see the world. And the best part is we’re actively hiring across every role at the airline.”
Pilots
United continues to see strong interest in pilot roles, from military and civilian backgrounds as well as from other carriers. In 2022, the airline hired about 2,400 pilots and plans to add more than 2,500 pilots in 2023, with a goal to add 10,000 pilots this decade.
Earlier this year, United opened the United Aviate Academy, with a goal of training 5,000 new pilots at the school by 2030 with the goal of at least half being women or people of color. To date, the airline has received more than 22,000 applications for admissions – nearly 70% of applicants are women or people of color – and the Aviate Academy’s 2022 graduating class is more than 60% diverse.
Flight Attendants
United will hire more than 18,000 new flight attendants in the coming years with more than 4,000 expected to join the team in 2023 – earlier this year, the airline received 8,000 applications in less than 72 hours for open flight attendant roles.
Early next year, United will open a state-of-the-art Inflight Training Center in Houston featuring 50,000 square feet of classroom space and an aquatics center for safety training. The new facility allows for the training of more than 8,000 flight attendants per year and provides a more realistic customer service environment that will better prepare those in training to deliver the best possible experience to customers.
Aircraft Maintenance
United expects to hire more than 7,000 maintenance technicians by 2026 to provide upkeep of its fleet and ensure facilities meet the needs of employees and customers. The airline hired more than 1,000 aircraft mechanics already this year and expects to add 2,000 more in 2023.
In November 2022, United launched Calibrate, a 36-month apprenticeship program to grow and diversify its pipeline of aircraft technicians – through that program, the airline plans to train 1,000 new aircraft technicians by 2026, with the goal of at least half being women or people of color.
Airport Operations
This year alone, United hired more than 8,500 new customer service, ramp, and gate agents and expects to add another 7,000 in 2023. These are critical roles in United’s operation – the people who work the gate or on the tarmac help ensure customers have a safe, enjoyable and on-time travel experience.
Local Hiring
In 2023, United expects to hire across each its U.S. hubs:
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- 2,600+ new jobs in Chicago / ORD
- 2,200+ new jobs in San Francisco / SFO
- 2,100+ new jobs in Newark/New York / EWR
- 1,800+ new jobs in Houston / IAH
- 1,800+ new jobs in Denver / DEN
- 1,100+ new jobs in Washington, D.C. / IAD
- 400+ new jobs in Los Angeles / LAX
Source: Excerpts from United Airlines Press Release
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Airline Employment Rate of European Flight School FTEJerez’s Students Increases Significantly During 2022
Spain based flight school FTEJerez’s career department has informed that during the second semester of 2022, 96 self-sponsored students have successfully secured employment as first officers. Most have joined FTE’s airline partners such as Aer Lingus, Air Astana, easyJet and Volotea, while others have been selected by Ryanair and Wizz Air, who recently visited the FTE Campus as part of their recruitment drives. Lauda Europe, Transmaldivian Airways, Air France, DHL Cargo, Draken Europe, Jet2, Luxair and Specsavers Aviation have also employed FTEJerez graduates in the last two quarters.
Oscar Sordo, CEO of FTEJerez, commented: “The market has rapidly reactivated and our employment rate is returning to what was normal prior to the pandemic. During 2022, our career department has been very busy identifying opportunities within the industry and offering complimentary sim refreshers to students called for interviews, interview preparation and arranging for airline recruitment drives and presentations to take place on campus. Still, there is work to do, as FTEJerez will continue to work hard until we reach our goal of 100% employment for our self-sponsored graduates. As a result, we are already looking forward to announcing new recruitment drives with existing and new airline partners in 2023 for both our European and UK graduates.”
In the next few years, Europe will need 6,000 new pilots a year during the next two decades (source: OliverWyman and Boeing). This strong demand which could be understood as a challenge for numerous airline companies has to be seen as an opportunity for those considering training to become a pilot.
Source: FTEJerez Press Release
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US Low-Cost Airline Launches New Pilot Pathway with Global Pilot Training Group L3Harris Training Services
Spirit Airlines announced a partnership with L3Harris to launch the new Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway, a partnership program in Sanford, Florida, that aims to expand the carrier’s pipeline of highly skilled, professional pilots. L3Harris’ Flight Academy is conveniently located near one of Spirit’s largest operations in Orlando, Florida, providing graduates with numerous opportunities to build relationships, access the airline’s nearby training facilities and advance to a rewarding career as a Spirit First Officer.
“L3Harris is a great partner for us because of its history of developing highly skilled pilots through state-of-the-art technology training with a modern fleet, as well as a commitment to safety and excellence,” said Ryan Rodosta, Senior Director of Flight Operations and System Chief Pilot at Spirit Airlines. “Our fleet is growing fast, creating plenty of opportunities for L3Harris graduates and the next generation of pilots to build their future at Spirit.”
Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway is designed to mentor future Spirit First Officers as they progress through their path to the flight deck. Candidates may apply for the program after successfully completing L3Harris Flight Academy training and achieving approximately 500 total flight hours. If successful in Spirit’s interview process, they will receive a Conditional Offer of Employment, a Spirit Electronic Flight Bag and mentorship as they work toward completing the minimum required hours for an Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
“Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway demonstrates the confidence international airlines have in our training, and the program ensures students have access to mentoring and employment opportunities at one of the leading airlines in the U.S.,” said David Coward, VP and General Manager for L3Harris Training Services.
Spirit is expanding rapidly with new stations starting operations across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. The carrier is also adding dozens of new aircraft, with 33 more planes projected for delivery in 2023. The growth provides First Officers with opportunities to quickly upgrade to Captain and fly some of the newest aircraft in the industry. Spirit’s Pilots also receive great training and enjoy some of the best quality of life in the aviation field.
Recognition
Spirit was recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2022 following its active efforts to create and celebrate a diverse workplace environment. Spirit also recently received the top ranking in its category in both the Port of Seattle Fly Quiet Awards and the LAX Fly Quieter Program. In addition, the airline was recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies in Travel & Hospitality in 2022, which ranks the 25 best workplaces to grow a career in the industry. Spirit was also recognized for safety with the FAA’s “Aviation Maintenance Technician Diamond Award of Excellence” for the fourth consecutive year.
About Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines is committed to delivering the best value in the sky. They are the leader in providing customizable travel options starting with an unbundled fare. This allows their Guests to pay only for the options they choose — like bags, seat assignments, refreshments and Wi-Fi — something they call À La Smarte®. Their Fit Fleet® is one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient in the United States. Spirit Airlines serve destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean, making it possible for their Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before.
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies, an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivers end-to-end solutions meeting their customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has more than $17 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.
Source: Spirit Airlines Press Release
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Flight School, Egnatia Aviation, Renews Airline Ab-initio Pilot Training Partnership with the European Airline
Greece based pilot training group Egnatia Aviation is proud to announce the renewal and extension of their strong and successful collaboration with Aegean, one of the global leading airlines. For another 3 years, Egnatia Aviation will continue to provide the highest-quality of pilot training to their cadets that will fly with Aegean’s colors.
Until now, Egnatia’s fruitful collaboration has resulted in 53 enrolled students, out of which 44 have successfully graduated and are now part of the Aegean crew. Egnatia Aviation is fully in line with Aegean’s high standards, philosophy and culture in terms of training and safety.
All cadets are enroled in the all-in-one Airline Pilot Integrated Program and they get the most intensive and up-to-date training. After successful graduation, Senior Instructors of Aegean perform simulator sessions, as part of the new employee selection process.
The new cycle of the Aegean Pilot Scholarship Program has a start on the 1st of April, 2023. The first batch will be compiled of 20 applicants, who will begin their theoretical and flight training in aircraft and flight simulators in Egnatia Aviation.
Eligible to apply for the scholarships are those of Greek and Cypriot nationality.
Source: Egnatia Aviation Press Release
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