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US Aviation Academy Partners with Avelo Airlines to Provide A Path for Pilots and Maintenance Technicians

Avelo Airlines and US Aviation Academy (USAA) are partnering to create a pathway for aviation-career minded students.

Students and instructors at USAA can soar to become pilots or maintenance technicians with Avelo Airlines through accelerated aviation programs available at USAA. USAA and Avelo share a common goal: develop safe, responsible and effective pilots and technicians who are fully certified through an industry-leading training program. Avelo and USAA’s partnership will support students in successfully completing their training and launching their careers.

USAA CEO Mike Sykes said, “US Aviation is proud to partner with Avelo Airlines to make pilots’ and mechanics’ dreams come true.”

The Avelo story begins with the simple purpose of Inspiring Travel. Led by a team of world-class airline executives, they endeavor to build a different and better kind of airline. On April 28, 2021, Avelo Airlines took flight for the first time — ushering in a new era of convenient, affordable and reliable air travel.

Avelo Airlines Head of Flight Operations Scott Hall said, “We are always looking for great Crewmembers at Avelo, including Pilots and Technicians. USAA has an impressive track record of developing exceptional aviation professionals. We are excited to be collaborating with USAA to help create this pathway to opportunity for these aspiring aviation professionals.”

Today, Avelo serves 30 destinations across the U.S. from its bases at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Southern Connecticut’s Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN), and Orlando International Airport (MCO). Avelo currently operates a fleet of 10 Boeing Next-Generation (NG) 737s.

The addition of USAA to Avelo’s existing portfolio of pilot recruiting partners will further supplement Avelo’s aggressive growth plans. Avelo expects to hire as many as 160 pilots over the next year. The airline is accepting applications now for anticipated First Officer openings beginning in October.

USAA has been training professional pilots since 2006. Students become instructors as they fulfill the requirements to become a career professional pilot. The accelerated programs put students on the right track to obtain a commercial or flight instructor certificate in as few as nine months at any of our five locations: Denton (DTO), Fort Worth (AFW), Conroe (CXO), Cape Girardeau (CGI), and Poughkeepsie (POU). USAA started training professional aviation technicians in 2021 and offers one of the fastest paths into the career through its full-time 12-month training program.

About Avelo Airlines
Avelo Airlines was founded with a simple purpose — to Inspire Travel. The airline offers Customers time and money-saving convenience, low everyday fares, and a refreshingly smooth and caring experience through its Soul of Service culture. Operating a fleet of Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft, Avelo serves 30 popular destinations across the U.S., including its three bases at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Southern Connecticut’s Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) and Orlando International Airport (MCO).

About US Aviation Academy
US Aviation Group came under current ownership in 2006 and has grown from a hand full of Piper Warriors and a Seneca to one of the largest Part 141 flight academies in the country with over 120 aircraft at five locations. US Aviation’s growth is a product of professionalism, a commitment to safety, and excellence in training. These core values have made US Aviation Academy the choice flight training partners for colleges nationwide. In 2021 US Aviation launched its first Part 147 airframe and powerplant mechanic program which is rapidly expanding. 

Source: US Aviation Academy Announcement

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Turkish Airlines – Shares Impressive Performance and Highlights Full Recovery

Turkish Airlines just released its impressive second quarter results which showed the airline had fully recovered from the previous years and was growing aggressively. The airlines Chairman, Ahmet Bolat summerized it during the earnings results call “Turkish continues to stand out among its peers continuing to expand its global network, market share, and profitability,”. To highlight its performance in the second quarter (vs. 2019 second quarter);

  • Revenues increased by 43% compared to 2012 to USD$4.5 billion
  • Passenger traffic grew by 12%
  • The airline grew its capacity by 12.3%
  • Yields were up 12%
  • Net Profit of $576 million

Its largest cost increase was seen in its fuel expense which increased 86% to $1.8 billion but the airline has managed to absorb even higher costs due to its fuel hedge. The airline CFO shared that they predict the full year performance to be above 2019 levels.

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US Airline Pilot Union Urges Government to Maintain High Standards for Pilot Qualifications and Training

On the eve of the 12-year anniversary of the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 being signed into law, the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), the world’s largest nongovernmental aviation safety organization, called on Congress to maintain the Act’s strong pilot qualification and training requirements. Identifying this “as the highest priority” for the upcoming reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), ALPA continues to push back on the false “pilot shortage” narrative being used by special interest groups in an attempt to weaken or undermine the single most-effective aviation safety feature on their aircraft: two highly trained, fully qualified pilots.

“On August 1, this nation marks the 12th anniversary of one of the most effective aviation safety measures in U.S. history becoming law—a law that has reduced U.S. airline passenger fatalities by 99.8 percent,” wrote Capt. Joe DePete, ALPA president, in a letter to Congress. “Protecting these lifesaving regulations—and fighting any effort to weaken, reinterpret, or avert them—will continue to serve as the Association’s highest priority as you and other lawmakers consider the next FAA reauthorization in both the 117th and 118th Congress.”

ALPA has also launched an aggressive, multi-platform education campaign highlighting the extraordinary aviation safety improvements realized since the 2010 law was enacted.

“No organization is more committed than ALPA to ensuring that our airlines have an adequate supply of highly skilled and trained pilots—and they must have the qualifications, experience, and training they need to perform their jobs safely. ALPA will give no ground to those who seek, through misdirection or falsehoods, to undermine or weaken the requirements and the contribution they make to one level of safety across the system,” continued DePete.

ALPA has always been a strong advocate for the 2010 law that required an overhaul in the training, qualifications and minimum experience requirements for airline pilots. According to National Transportation Safety Board data, since the law’s enactment, Part 121 passenger airline fatalities have decreased by 99.8 percent.

Unfortunately, some airlines continue to use the fictitious claim that there is a lack of available pilots to try to weaken training and safety standards and distract from their profit-first business decisions to cut service and hire inexperienced aviators for less pay instead of focusing on changes to fundamental issues associated with these profit-driven business models. The companies claim, among other things, that the first officer qualification and pilot training requirements mandated by Congress discourage potential airline pilots and are the cause for service cuts to rural communities.

Founded in 1931, ALPA is the largest airline pilot union in the world and represents more than 65,000 pilots at 40 U.S. and Canadian airlines.

Source: ALPA Press Release

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US Airline Announces Program to Sponsor 500 Hours of Time Building

New US Low-Cost Carrier Breeze Airways is searching for candidates for its innovative new sponsored time building program called “Breeze Boost”!

Selected participants will work with its partner flight school vendor to exclusively build their last 500 hours towards ATP minimums quickly, with Breeze covering the cost of aircraft and fuel! Breeze Boost is a trial program with limited capacity. The airline hopes to expand the program in the future.

Below is the information released by the airline;

“Why Breeze Boost?

  • The absolute fastest way to a new hire class date with our rapidly expanding airline.
  • No distractions, just fly. Every day will be dedicated to mentorship and time building with the goal of being ready for the 121 operating environment.
  • Breeze has firm orders for 80 A220s and more Embraer aircraft on the way. We offer an opportunity to immediately grow with a carrier that has recently been named Travel + Leisure’s #2 Best Domestic Airline after only one year of service.

Our Ideal Candidate

  • At least 950 hours total time
  • Extremely driven and dedicated to quickly building quality experience
  • Able to work independently with another team member with limited supervision
  • Fits perfectly with Breeze’s “Seriously Nice” culture and other core values: Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence

Here’s what you’ll do

  • Boost pilots will participate in regular meetings with program staff and mentors.
  • Continued learning and development in line with Breeze Flight Operations policies and procedures.
  • Complete all pre-hire assessments and intermittent training to best prepare for success during initial Breeze training.
  • Participate in Breeze Embark Program community events to include: open houses, community service days, and training events.
  • Successfully complete ATP-CTP training through Breeze’s training partner.
  • Provide feedback on personal development process and suggest program enhancements.
  • The knowledge and ability to assess risk and use the proper resources to keep risk to an acceptable level during all phases of ground and flight operations
  • Employs the CRM concept of “Assertiveness with Respect”
  • Maintains a high degree of proficiency and a thorough knowledge of flight operations, procedures, and systems applicable to the aircraft flown
  • Develops technically and professionally in preparation for transition to Breeze
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Company
  • Observe the Rules of Conduct for all team members as outlined in the Company Team Member Playbook and Pilot Playbook

Here’s what you need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

  • Ability to temporarily locate to partner school location at cost of participant. Breeze will help facilitate lodging opportunities to extent possible. Current locations are Gulf Shores, AL and Orlando, FL. Location availability is subject to change at any time and will be communicated during selection process.
  • High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
  • Must be at least 23years old at the time of hire
  • FAA commercial certificate with airplane multi-engine class rating, Certified Flight Instructor, Instrument preferred.
  • Must have 950 hours total time in fixed-wing aircraft
  • Must have the knowledge, skills, and ability to quickly transition to the 121-operating environment.
  • Must pass partner school and Breeze assessment / interview process.
  • Must maintain Pilot training history in accordance with the Pilot Records Improvement Act of 1996 (PRIA)
  • Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate
  • Valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid U.S. driver’s license
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid passport
  • Must be able to travel unrestricted to and from the United States
  • Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
  • Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check
  • Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986″

Source: Breeze Boost Application

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US Airline Over-hiring to Keep Staff Levels Constant

US Low Cost Carrier JetBlue’s Chief Executive Officer Robin Hayes shared with Global News Outlet BBC that the airline had adjusted its staffing plans to over-hire for roles to ensure that it can keep operations running as the industry is experiencing staffing challenges.

Mr. Hayes mentioned that by the end of 2022, half of JetBlue’s employees would have been with the airline for less than two years. “Even if you can get the people, they don’t have the same experience as someone who was doing that job for 10 or 15 years, so it’s going to take longer for them to learn the skills,” said Mr Hayes.

The airline increased its training capacity as well – adding more simulators and building extra class room training facilities.

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Global Air Traffic is Now at 70.8% of pre-Pandemic Levels – International Air Transport Association

International Air Transport Association, the trade association of the world’s airlines, has shared data on total traffic for June 2022 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers) – showing a strong recovery with global air traffic now at 70.8% from pre-pandemic levels.

  • Global domestic traffic in June 2022 was 81.4% of the June 2019 levels.
  • Global international traffic in June 2022 was 65% of June 2019 levels.

“Demand for air travel remains strong. After two years of lockdowns and border restrictions people are taking advantage of the freedom to travel wherever they can,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s director general.

The highest growth percentage in terms of air traffic was seen between June 2021 and June 2022 in Asia Pacific with a number of countries easing travel restrictions.

Source: IATA

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Airline in the Southern Pacific Struggles with Pilot Shortage, Plans to Induct More Pilots

Air Vanuatu said that its reduction in its flights were primarily due to the current pilot shortage. However, the airline has already hired pilots who are set to commence their training in the coming weeks.

Representatives from the airline said that it would only take two pilots to call in sick for a flight schedule to be affected.

“The airline wishes to express sincere apologies from the CEO and full team for the disruption to current domestic schedules. There are currently two problems that are affecting the domestic flights, the first being a shortage of qualified pilots for the domestic routes. Extra domestic pilots have already been recruited and will start work in the coming weeks. The situation has been further aggravated by illness amongst pilots who are suffering this week from the flu. This combination has meant that certain domestic schedules have now been amended. This means the frequency of flights to the following destinations has reduced but they are still serviced by the airline each week. Air Vanuatu has confirmed that these changes do not affect any of the international flights for which they assure their customers they have a full complement of pilots and staff,” the airline said in press release.

The airline also announced in June that with the Government’s subsidy, two Twin Otters will arrive later this year and another ATR aircraft will also be purchased at the same time.

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