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Australia-based Flight Training Operator’s Head of Operations Named Flying Instructor of the Year by CASA Wings Awards 2025

Australia – Australian Upset Prevention and Recovery Training specialist UPRT Australia has announced that its Head of Operations, Jeremy Miller, has been recognised as Flying Instructor of the Year at the 2025 CASA Wings Awards. The accolade highlights Miller’s long-standing commitment to high-quality pilot instruction and industry mentorship.

About UPRT Australia
UPRT Australia, based on the Sunshine Coast, is a dedicated training provider specialising in Upset Prevention and Recovery Training. The academy offers comprehensive UPRT programs focused on enhancing pilot competencies, reducing loss of control incidents, and promoting flight safety across commercial and general aviation.

Source: UPRT Australia
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Women in Aviation Australia and Global Pilot Training Group Airways Aviation Launch New Scholarships at Brisbane Facility

Australia – Women in Aviation Australian Chapter, a non-profit organisation focused on supporting women in the aviation industry, has partnered with global pilot training provider Airways Aviation to announce three new flying scholarships. The announcement coincided with the official opening of Airways Aviation’s new training facility at Archerfield Airport.

  • Women in Aviation Australian Chapter announced three new $5,000 flying scholarships in partnership with Airways Aviation
  • Attendees at the opening included Women in Aviation President Ruth “Rocket Woman” Harrison and QLD Chair Denise Elliott

Source: Women in Aviation Australian Chapter
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Australian University Highlights Growth in Pilot Training Fleet to 24 Aircraft and Dual Program Options

Australia – STEM College at RMIT University, a leading academic institution, offers two structured aviation training pathways aimed at preparing students for commercial pilot careers within the global aviation sector through its RMIT Aviation Academy. The programs integrate academic coursework with practical flight training delivered at two key flight campuses in Victoria.

  • RMIT offers the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) and the Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots) programs.

  • Both programs prepare students for the CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) theory and flight tests.

  • The Associate Degree focuses on core flying competencies, while the Bachelor program extends over an additional year to include eight academic and elective courses.

  • Students may also undertake instrument or instructor rating subjects to broaden qualifications.

  • Flight training is conducted at RAAF Base Point Cook and Bendigo Airport.

  • The university operates a modern fleet of 24 aircraft, acquired in 2022:

    • 17 Cessna 172s

    • 4 Cessna 182s

    • 2 Piper PA-44 Seminoles

    • 1 Super Decathlon

  • Simulator training is supported by three flight simulators at Point Cook and one at Bendigo.

Source: RMIT University)
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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – ALSIM

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Audrey Jeffroy – Sales and Marketing Director at ALSIM – a France headquartered global leading manufacturer of abinitio flight simulators with over 400 devices installed and certified in over 60 countries.

The conversation covers:

  • Global Presence: ALSIM has been in the market for 30 years, providing FAA and EASA-certified FNPT and AATD devices. Their product range includes generic simulators as well as type-specific simulators for training from PPL to APS MCC in over 60 countries.
  • Expansion in the U.S. Market: ALSIM has been actively developing the U.S. market, launching the G6 and G7 simulator and preparing to introduce the P100I at the Oshkosh exhibition. Additionally, the company has established a strategic partnership with Flight Sim Solutions (FSS), based in Florida, to enhance sales, customer support, and technical service operations. By developing a dedicated U.S. sales and technical team, ALSIM aims to provide localized support, faster installations, and more efficient maintenance services, ensuring a stronger connection with North American customers.
  • New Partnerships & Key Developments: ALSIM recently completed a factory acceptance test for the ALS R20 Simulator for the Korean National University of Transportation. They also established a partnership with Saskatchewan University for the ALX simulator.
  • Trends & Challenges in Pilot Training: The demand for pilots is at a high level, requiring training schools to be more efficient. ALSIM addresses this by offering improved tools for better pilot screening, ensuring that airlines receive high-quality graduates. Another major trend in pilot training is the increased regulatory scrutiny by authorities. Flight schools must now meet higher training standards, which requires continuous innovation in simulator technology. To meet these evolving demands, ALSIM continuously enhances its flight models, visual systems, and qualification test guides, ensuring that training devices meet the highest industry standards.
  • Commitment to Quality & Customer Satisfaction: ALSIM stands out due to its commitment to customer service, long-standing expertise, and continuous innovation. Their team, with decades of experience, prioritizes reliability, simplicity, and technical excellence in simulator manufacturing. Recognizing that flight schools invest significantly in training equipment, ALSIM prioritizes durability and user-friendly designs that provide long-term value.

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