Australian Flight School Welcomes April 2024 International Full-Time CPL Intake

Flylink Aviation College, a flight school based in Archerfield, Queensland, welcomed its April 2024 full-time CPL intake batch. This latest batch is comprised of four students, two of whom are from Papua New Guinea, one from Malaysia, and the other from Mongolia. Notably, three of these newcomers have completed their Bachelor of Aviation degree from Griffith University, showcasing their dedication and expertise in the field.

In February 2024 FlyLink Aviation College which maintains a 100% graduate employment ratio for its FIR course since 2017, announced it is teaming up with Ballina, Australia based flight training organisation White Star Aviation Pty Ltd in 2024 to enhance flight instructor availability across both organisations.

“This collaboration means FlyLink’s graduates will have the chance to work not just in Archerfield, but also in the picturesque cities of Ballina and Armidale, with a guaranteed interview offered by White Star Aviation through this collaboration. With a fleet of seventeen aircraft including Diamonds, Cessnas, and Pipers, and boasting two highly experienced Heads of Operations who lead, standardise and develop FlyLink’s instructing team to ensure the highest of training standards are maintained, this partnership will further solidify FlyLink’s 100% FIR graduate employment ratio for another year.”

Russell Chan, CEO of Flylink Aviation College shared “I hope these kind of collaboration will grow and continue to expand. I sincerely believe that no Flight Instructor Rating Candidate should be accepted for training and then left hangaing after having invested tens of thousands of dollars and passed a course having been deemed competent by their training organisation. This collaboration with White Star Aviation Pty Ltd should allow us to focus on training even more competent flight instructors, knowing they will all be employed and have world-class work environment to work in for their first professional aviation job!”

Source: Flylink Aviation College
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Flight Simulator Manufacturer True Course Simulations to Deliver Multiple Training Device to Australian Flight Training Group

United States headquartered True Course Simulations (TCS), a provider of flight training simulation solutions which has previously hinted deployment of devices to Australia, will be delivering two (2) new flight training device to SFC Australia (Sydney Flight College) based on social media activity.

Earlier this month the simulator manufacturer shared the advantages of the incorporation of its devices into training – flight training is a critical phase in the journey of aspiring pilots, and flight schools often encounter various challenges that can hinder their effectiveness. True Course Simulations, a pioneering company specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) flight training, offers innovative solutions to address these challenges, benefiting both students and flight schools alike.

Better Prepared Students
Flight schools want their students to be well-prepared for their flights. True Course Simulations achieves this by providing immersive VR training environments that allow students to practice and refine their skills in a safe and controlled setting. This ensures that students gain essential knowledge and confidence before they ever step into an actual aircraft.

Reduced Training Hours
Flight training can be expensive and time-consuming. True Course Simulations helps students achieve their licenses more efficiently by offering realistic VR scenarios that allow for repeated practice without the limitations of aircraft availability or weather conditions. This can significantly reduce the number of flight hours required for certification.

Shortage of Instructors and High Student Ratios
With VR training, flight schools can alleviate the burden of instructor shortages and high student-to-instructor ratios. Virtual instructors can guide multiple students simultaneously, offering personalized feedback and guidance, thereby improving the learning experience and ensuring more efficient progress.

Weather, Maintenance, and Instructor Availability
Aircraft downtime due to weather, maintenance, or instructor unavailability can disrupt training schedules. True Course Simulations mitigates these issues by offering consistent access to training scenarios regardless of external factors. This continuity ensures that students can maintain a steady learning pace.

Remedial Training
For students who require extra training or remediation, True Course Simulations provides an ideal platform. Students can revisit challenging scenarios, practice emergency procedures, and improve specific skills until they reach proficiency, all within a controlled and supportive VR environment.

Eliminating Gaps Between Flights
The gaps between flights, caused by various factors, can hinder student progress. With VR training, students can continue their learning and skill development during these downtime periods, ensuring that they stay engaged and retain what they’ve learned.

Emergency Training
True Course Simulations allows flight schools to simulate emergencies in a safe and controlled environment. Students can practice responding to critical situations, honing their decision-making skills and improving their ability to handle emergencies during actual flights.

Cost Reduction
The cost of flight training can be a barrier to aspiring pilots. VR training reduces costs associated with fuel, aircraft maintenance, and instructor fees. This can make flight training more affordable and accessible, helping students pursue their dreams of becoming pilots.

Reducing Carbon Emissions
Flight schools are increasingly concerned about environmental impact. By reducing the need for actual flight hours, True Course Simulations helps flight schools contribute to lower carbon emissions, aligning with sustainability goals and mandates.

Assessment and Readiness Insights
True Course Simulations offers flight schools valuable insights into their students’ abilities and readiness. Schools can track progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that only students truly prepared for flight are sent up in the air, maximizing safety and efficiency.

True Course Simulations provides a transformative solution to many of the challenges faced by flight schools. By leveraging virtual reality technology, they enhance training efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety, ultimately helping students achieve their goals and ensuring flight schools can operate more effectively in a rapidly changing aviation landscape.

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Airline-Owned Aviation Academy in South Pacific Undergoes Multi-Million-Dollar Expansion

Fiji Airways Aviation Academy, owned by Fiji’s flag carrier Fiji Airway,s is undergoing a multi-million-dollar expansion to develop a fully fledge training academy in Nadi. The expansion in the pipeline is set to include a new fourth full flight simulator bay, a three-story safety and service training building for the cabin crew, and even an apartment-style accommodation block complete with a restaurant, gym, and swimming pool.

With an expected completion date of 2026, the academy is set to become a regional leader in pilot and cabin crew training.

Learn more about the new training center here: Fiji Airways Commences US$30 Million Development of Training Academy and Full Flight Simulator Training Center – AFM.aero

Source: Investment Fiji

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