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Ansett Aviation Training Celebrates the First Class of Air New Zealand Cadets Within the Mangōpare Pilot Cadetship

Global pilot training group Ansett Aviation Training celebrates the first class of cadets from the Mangōpare Air New Zealand Pilot Cadetship starting their flight training. Air New Zealand selected Ansett Aviation Training as a cadetship pilot training partner earlier this year, supporting the airline in assessing, selecting and training aspiring pilots to be ready for the cockpit of the airline’s ATR 72-600 fleet.

Ansett Aviation Training, together with AeroGuard Flight Training Center, is providing Air New Zealand with an end-to-end solution for the Mangōpare Air New Zealand Pilot Cadetship program supporting the aspiring pilot recruitment phase, overseeing the ab-initio flight training phase and conducting advanced simulator type rating training to ensure that the cadets receive an industry leading safe, high quality and short duration training program that prepares them for airline operations.

Ansett Aviation Training’s CEO, Mark Delany highlighted his passion and pride for the opportunity to support the education and career development of aspiring pilots from across New Zealand “I am immensely proud to celebrate the first class of cadets from the Mangōpare Air New Zealand Pilot Cadetship. This program is a testament to Air New Zealand’s visionary approach to pilot training and their commitment to fostering the next generation of aviation professionals. At Ansett Aviation Training, we are dedicated to providing an industry-leading, high-quality training experience that prepares these aspiring pilots for the challenges and opportunities of airline operations. We are honored to partner with Air New Zealand in this groundbreaking initiative and look forward to supporting the career development of these talented people”.

As a global pilot training group operating training centers across Oceania, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, Ansett Aviation Training is dedicating significant resources to support Air New Zealand in operating the Mangōpare Air New Zealand Pilot Cadetship in New Zealand and across the industry.

Source: Ansett Aviation Training
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Large Australian Pilot Training Group Basair is Seeking Candidates for Head of Finance Role in December 2024

Bankstown, NSW, Australia – One of the largest pilot training organisations in Australia, Basair Australia Pty Limited is seeking a Head of Finance to lead the financial strategy and operations for its aviation training and services group. This senior leadership role reports directly to the CEO and oversees financial and IT functions, ensuring the organization’s financial health aligns with its strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy and Planning

  • Develop and implement financial strategies to support organizational goals
  • Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Provide financial scenario planning for strategic decisions

Financial Management and Reporting

  • Oversee accurate preparation of financial statements and reports
  • Analyze financial performance and identify actionable insights
  • Ensure strong cash flow management and liquidity

Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and tax obligations
  • Maintain robust internal controls and oversee external audits

Operational Leadership

  • Manage the finance team and foster a high-performance culture
  • Drive cost-efficiency initiatives while maintaining quality and safety

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Serve as a key financial contact for external stakeholders, including auditors and investors
  • Present financial updates and recommendations to the board and senior leadership

IT Management

  • Manage outsourced IT services, ensuring KPIs are met and advising on IT strategy

Candidate Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
  • CPA or CA ANZ certification
  • Proven senior financial leadership experience, ideally in aviation, education, or a related sector
  • Strong knowledge of financial systems (Oracle, NetSuite preferred)
  • Experience with regulated environments and compliance requirements

Skills and Competencies

  • Strategic thinking with strong analytical and leadership skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Proficiency in financial planning and reporting tools

What’s Offered

  • Opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a leading aviation training organization
  • Collaborative and innovative workplace culture
  • Competitive remuneration and benefits
  • Professional development opportunities

To apply, please send your updated CV to the Basair careers team.

Source: Basair Australia

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Airbus Delivers 84 Aircraft in November 2024, Total Deliveries Reach 643 for the Year

Toulouse, France-headquartered aircraft manufacturer Airbus has released its November 2024 order and delivery report, providing insights into its production and market activity. The report highlights key figures for November and year-to-date performance.

  • November 2024 Deliveries: 84 aircraft delivered to 42 customers.
  • November 2024 Gross Orders: 30 new orders.
  • 2024 Deliveries to Date: 643 aircraft delivered to 82 customers.

Cumulative Data (As of November 2024):

  • Total Orders Across All Aircraft Types: 24,537 units, with single-aisle aircraft (e.g., A320 family) dominating at 19,898 orders.
  • Total Deliveries to Date: 15,840 units delivered, with single-aisle aircraft accounting for 12,152.
  • Aircraft in Operation: 14,012 globally, including 11,241 single-aisle aircraft.

Note: The data excludes two A330-900s delivered to Air Belgium via Airbus Financial Services.

Source: Airbus
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Australian Flight Training Group Welcomes Large New Cohort of Full-Time Student Pilots in December 2024

Bankstown, Australia – Sydney Flight College (SFC Australia), a fast growing Australian flight training group, has shared the arrival of its latest large cohort of full-time student pilots.

In 2023, SFC launched its pilot academy in Tamworth, its second Australian airbase and recorded the following metrics:

  • 295 new students
  • 104 graduated students
  • 15,250 recorded flight hours
  • 40 aircraft
  • 40 instructors, 12 of which joined in 2023 while 10 long standing instructors moved into airline roles

Source: SFC Australia
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Ryan Aerospace Launches Next-Generation Mixed Reality Flight Simulator

Australia – Ryan Aerospace has unveiled the second-generation Immersive Training Device (ITD) for mixed reality flight simulation. The ITD Gen 2 builds on the success of its predecessor, offering enhanced modularity and reconfigurability for tailored pilot training solutions.

  • The ITD Gen 2 features electric actuators for adjustable seats and rudder pedals, ensuring precise alignment with aircraft-specific seating positions and design eye points.
  • Modular components, including side panel pods and the main instrument panel, allow quick reconfiguration between aircraft types such as the T-38, F-16, and F-22.
  • Each module is independently powered, featuring a dedicated USB hub and ethernet switch for streamlined operation.
  • The ITD Gen 2 is already seeing adoption, with the first units configured for T-38 training soon to be delivered to the US Air Force for Fighter Bomber Fundamentals training.

Statement:

  • “Working very closely with Vertex Solutions and other partners in the US, pre-orders have already been taken and we are about to deliver the first of a number of devices in a T-38 configuration to the US Air Force for their Fighter Bomber Fundamentals training course,” said Managing Director Chris Ryan.

About Ryan Aerospace
Established in 2005, Ryan Aerospace specializes in the design, manufacture and through-life support of realistic, robust, accurate and cost-effective helicopter and jet flight simulators for civil, military and emergency applications.

Source: Ryan Aerospace
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Aircraft Manufacturer, Airbus, Announces 2025 Appointment for Chief Human Resources Officer

Airbus announced the appointment of Carmen-Maja Rex as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective 1 April 2025. In this role, she will be a member of the Executive Committee and report to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury. Carmen-Maja Rex is currently Human Resources Group Director at Heidelberg Materials, one of the world’s largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions.

After nearly 22 years with Airbus, the last 12 of which as Chief Human Resources Officer and member of the Airbus Executive Committee, Thierry Baril will leave the Company later in 2025, after having ensured a smooth transition with his successor.

“The bold transformation that Airbus will now undertake to meet its current and future challenges requires a skilled, diverse and motivated global workforce. I’m looking forward to working with Carmen-Maja and further engaging the Airbus teams in pursuit of our inspiring purpose,” said Guillaume Faury. “In doing so, she will build on the great foundations established by Thierry during his 12-year tenure as Chief Human Resources Officer. Thierry has played a pivotal role in the transformation of Airbus over the years, positioning HR as a strategic function in times of deep change. I’m grateful for Thierry’s engagement, drive and resilience which have led to many Company successes. It has always been a pleasure to have him as a close ally, and I wish him well in this next phase of his professional career.”

Carmen-Maja Rex started her career as a consultant with Accenture in 1999, before joining the United Nations in 2003. In 2010, she started at Siemens where she held a number of leadership roles in Human Resources. In 2020, she became HR Group Director at Heidelberg Materials which employs a global workforce of 51,000 employees located in over 50 countries.

Source: Airbus
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