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UK-Headquartered Pilot Training Group Leading Edge Aviation Celebrates Over 100 Students Tagged in 2024 for Future First Officer Roles

United Kingdom – Leading Edge Aviation has achieved a major milestone in its pilot training programs, with over 100 students receiving conditional job offers from major UK airlines this year. This success highlights the academy’s ability to connect trainees with employment opportunities, with more than a quarter of its current students already ‘tagged’ for future First Officer roles.

Key highlights:

  • Conditional job offers, or ‘tagging,’ ensure students are preselected for airline positions contingent upon meeting training and licensing requirements.
  • Airlines such as easyJet, Wizz Air, Titan Airways, and British Airways have partnered with Leading Edge Aviation to address the post-COVID pilot shortage.
  • easyJet extended offers to 52 students, the highest number from any single airline partnership this year, with more assessment days scheduled.
  • British Airways has incorporated Leading Edge students into its Self-Sponsored Pathway (SSP), while Wizz Air continues to invest in developing young aviation talent.
  • The growing trend of student tagging reflects the industry’s response to workforce gaps, offering prospective pilots greater confidence in their career prospects.

Statement’s

  • “The current pilot shortage has created a valuable opportunity for students. With the assurance of a job upon completing their training, students can focus on their studies knowing their dream job is already within reach,” Leading Edge Aviation shared.

With more and more airlines expressing an interest in hiring Graduate pilots, Leading Edge are looking forward to welcoming more airline partners in 2025.

Source: Leading Edge Aviation
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Indian Flight Training Group Chimes Aviation Academy Celebrates 5 Years of CAA IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program

Gurgaon, India – 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, is proud to celebrate the fifth anniversary of its partnership with IndiGo, one of India’s largest and most respected airlines.

Since its inception on November 14, 2019, the CAA IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program has equipped hundreds of aspiring pilots with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in aviation. This landmark collaboration has supported the career paths of many cadets, setting a high standard for pilot training in India.

The CAA IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program was designed to meet the growing demand for skilled pilots and address the needs of India’s rapidly expanding aviation sector. Over five years, the program has offered world-class training, both theoretical and practical, to shape a new generation of highly qualified aviators ready to step into the cockpit.

Y.N. ( Bobby ) Sharma, CEO of Chimes Aviation Academy, commented: “Celebrating five years of collaboration with IndiGo is a proud milestone for us. This partnership has been a journey of growth, dedication, and shared purpose focused on nurturing cadets into skilled, confident pilots. Together, we’ve built a program that truly opens doors for aspiring aviators, and we’re excited to continue this work, developing India’s next generation of aviation leaders.”

Looking ahead, Chimes Aviation Academy is focused on setting new benchmarks in training, safety, and career development, helping the next generation of pilots reach their full potential.

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy
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Philippines-based Flight School Airworks Aviation Academy Celebrates Batch 1 Wings Ceremony for Airline Cadet Pilot Program

Mactan, Cebu, Philippines – Airworks Aviation Academy, one of the country’s largest flight training organiastions held a wings and epaulette ceremony to celebrate the achievements of Batch 1 in its Cebu Pacific Air Cadet Pilot Program.

Airworks Aviation Academy’s President Vincent Charles Ong shared: “Everyone at Airworks Aviation Company, Inc. was so happy and proud at being able to help the cadets in achieving the first major milestone in their dreams of becoming airline pilots . It was a dream come true for us as well as these are the moments we live for. The cherry on top for the day was when I met some parents of the cadets for the first time, and they gave me raving feedback about the quality of our training and how grateful they were for the extra mile we do for their sons/daughters …truly, there are no words to describe how heartwarming this is for the instructors, mechanics and staff who endeavour to give 101% each day“.

n June 2024 Cebu Pacific (CEB), the fast growing Philippines based low-cost carrier operating over 80 aircraft, announced that it was partnering with Philippines based flight training organisation Airworks Aviation for its 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.

Source: Vincent Charles Ong (Airworks Aviation)
Photo Credit:  Vincent Charles Ong (Airworks Aviation)

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Irish Pilot Training Organization Accepting Final Applications for the ASL Airlines Mentored Programme 2025 Intake

Cork, Ireland – Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA) is accepting applications for its ASLI Mentored Programme, with a deadline of December 6, 2024. This unique program includes a Bonded Type Rating with ASLI and offers placements for aspiring pilots, with the next intake scheduled for February 17, 2025.

The program is open to applicants with no flight hours as well as those holding a Private Pilot License (PPL). Program cost is €82,500, and candidates will have a chance to work in Germany or Dubai on an 8-days-on, 6-days-off roster upon completion. Limited places are available for the 2025 intake, making this a selective and competitive opportunity for aspiring pilots.

  • ASL Airlines Ireland are proud partners of FedEx, DHL, and Amazon.
  • Fixed Rosters and generous time off.
  • Secure Employment with long-term opportunities.
  • Competitive Salary and away-from-base allowances.
  • Career Progression into command, training, safety roles, and more.
  • Supportive Culture that values its people.

About Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA)
Based in Cork, Ireland, Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA) is a leading pilot training organization in Europe, offering a range of flight training programs tailored to develop high-quality commercial pilots for the global aviation market.

Source: Atlantic Flight Training Academy
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