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AeroGuard Flight Training Center CEO Visits with Air India Cadet Pilots in May 2024

Phoenix, United States headquartered global flight training group AeroGuard Flight Training Center, which operates a number of flight training bases in the United States, announced in 2024 its selection by Air India as the flag carrier’s preferred flight training provider. As the first group of future Air India pilot’s start their pilot training journey, AeroGuard’s CEO, Joel Davidson, visited the Air India Training Academy in Delhi, India to meet and spend time with the cadets. AeroGuard places significant importance on cultivating an airline aligned pilot training culture and ensuring that the cadets are prepared to train within industry leading safety and quality flight training operations.

The Air India cadet pilot program individuals start their training journey at the Air India Training Academy for their Ground School phase and gain exposure to the airlines culture. After completing their ground school training and exams in India, the cadets will come to AeroGuard’s Phoenix, Arizona base in the United States to conduct their flight training and establish the skills required for their professional pilot careers with Air India.

AeroGuard’s frequent meetings with cadets from airline partners signifies its commitment to fostering excellence in pilot training and establishing a foundation of trust and collaboration between AeroGuard, the airline partner, and the airline’s future pilots.

About AeroGuard Flight Training Center
AeroGuard Flight Training Center is a global leader in ab initio flight training with three U.S. campuses that offer accelerated commercial pilot training programs to candidates from all over the world. With a commitment to safety and student success, AeroGuard’s high quality training has established airline-ready cadets for over 20 years with more than one million flight hours of training experience and graduating over 7,000 cadets.

Source: AeroGuard Flight Training Center

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Philippines Based Cebu Pacific Air Launches Cadet Pilot Program with Airworks Aviation – Aim to Train 240-300 Pilots

Cebu Pacific (CEB), the fast growing Philippines based low-cost carrier operating over 80 aircraft, has announced that it is partnering with Philippines based flight training organisation Airworks Aviation for is Cebu Pacific Cadet Pilot Program. The program is currently the only airline in the country offering this program, giving aspiring pilots high-quality training experience, mentorship, and guaranteed employment path with the airline. Over a five-year period, CEB will deploy a total of 240–300 Cadet Pilots to Airworks.

The 96 week program will see aspiring pilots get their Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating as well as a type rating on either Airbus A320 or ATR72-600.

“Really honored for Airworks Aviation Company, Inc. to partner with Cebu Pacific Air in this groundbreaking Cadet Pilot Program. It’s a partnership that not only aims at making aviation more accessible but also help in the progress of the Philippines. To every Filipino who has ever dreamed of becoming an airline pilot , we dedicate this to you.” shared Vincent Charles Ong, President of Airworks Aviation.

Please see an extract of information about the new program below.

“What is Cebu Pacific’s Cadet Pilot Program 2.0?

The Cebu Pacific (CEB) Cadet Pilot Program 2.0 is a 96-week, self-funded program, that recruit candidates to train to become licensed commercial pilots. Cadets that successfully complete basic flight training and acquire airline qualifications will have a guaranteed employment to join the corps of aviators at Cebu Pacific, flying domestic and international routes. Successful applicants will study and train at Airworks Aviation Academy at Mactan International Airport, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu.

What pilot qualifications and licenses do you acquire after the program?

  • Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating
  • 200 hours flight time experience
  • Completed Airline Transport Pilot License Ground School with Multi-engine simulator experience
  • Type Rating qualification on either the Airbus 320 or the ATR 72-600 aircraft

Is there an age limit to apply for the program?

There is no age restriction for interested applicants.

How long is the training program?

  • Phase 1 “Aviation Foundation Course” – 4 weeks in Pasay Manila
  • Phase 2 “Basic Flight Training” – 68 weeks in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu
  • Phase 3 “Airline Integration Training” – 24 weeks Pasay Manila

What can I expect during the aviation foundation course?
The aviation foundation course is a preparatory course that encompasses academic study of aviation basics, tailored exercises to stimulate teamwork, and designed activities towards character development to ensure readiness of the cadets to handle the demands and expectations of the full training program. Candidates will have to pass theory exams to demonstrate competence before entry into the Basic Flight Training Phase.

There are two elements of the course:

1.English language training

The purpose of the course is to expose students to typical types of language and accents for aviation communication, ATC instructions, and correct ICAO pilot read backs. The course will also provide opportunities to practice speaking in roleplaying flights, general English conversation and discussion to help prepare you for the first phase of your flying career at Airworks in Mactan Cebu International Airport, Lapu-Lapu City.

2.Introduction to basic aviation theory in the following subjects:

Aerodynamics
Aircraft General Knowledge
Loading and Performance Fundamentals
Navigation
Meteorology
Flight Rules and Air Law
Aviation Math

Students will be guided through approximately 120 hours of ground training (60 hrs. lecture / 60 hrs. tutorial) and complete 3 assessments papers.

Do I sign a bond with Cebu Air Inc.?

You will need to sign a training agreement which will require you to render at least 10 years of continuous service to Cebu Pacific from your first productive flight. During this 10-year period, an amount representing all expenses incurred by Cebu Pacific for your Airline Integration training will be bonded commensurate to the term period of the agreement.

How many Cadet Pilots will CEB recruit?

Each batch will be composed of 16–20 Cadet Pilots; and 2-3 batches will be deployed to Airworks for training each year, making a total of 48–60 Cadet Pilots yearly. Over a five-year period, CEB will deploy a total of 240–300 Cadet Pilots to Airworks.

Is there financing assistance offered for the Cadet Pilot program?

Cebu Pacific had partnered with Bank of the Philippines Island “BPI” for loan offers exclusive for the Cadet Pilot program. Cadet applicants should successfully pass the selection process. Furthermore, the loan offers of BPI may be availed by the sponsors (parent/ guardian) of the cadet applicant.

What is the total cost of the full 96-weeks program? How is the cost expected to be paid?

Approximately PHP 5,000,000.00 with determined milestones payment program.”

Source: Cebu Pacific

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