Market Intelligence: Europe

British Airways Hosts RAF Air Cadets in 2025 for Flight Simulator and Aviation Training Experience

London, United Kingdom – Eight Royal Air Force Air Cadets recently participated in an exclusive training experience at British Airways’ Heathrow Training and Engineering Centres, gaining hands-on exposure to airline operations and flight simulation.

  • The cadets, selected at the National Air and Space Camp Industry Day last August, each received 45-minute training sessions in a full-motion Boeing 777 or Airbus A320 simulator under the guidance of British Airways pilots.
  • They toured aircraft undergoing maintenance and deep servicing, including the Airbus A380 and Boeing 787, with insights from British Airways engineering apprentices.
  • The visit included emergency training at the Flight Crew Training Centre, where cadets experienced a simulated evacuation and fire management procedures.
  • British Airways staff, pilots, and Student Ambassadors engaged with the cadets throughout the day, discussing career opportunities in aviation.
  • The visit is part of British Airways’ ongoing partnership with the National Air and Space Camp to support and inspire future aviation professionals.

Statements:

  • “This is our third year of offering this unique experience, and we are delighted to have such a close relationship with the National Air and Space Camp.” – Ruth Smith, Training Captain, British Airways
  • “These cadets showed outstanding aptitude and engagement with BA’s outreach team at the camp in August and have been rewarded with a fantastic and unique behind-the-scenes visit.” – Sqn Ldr Tom Hunt, Deputy Camp Commandant, National Air and Space Camp

Source: Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Photo Credit: Royal Air Force Air Cadets

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Czech Flight Training Group F AIR to Exhibit at Pilot Expo 2025 in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium – Czech flight training group F AIR will participate in Pilot Expo 2025, Europe’s largest air crew gathering, taking place on February 21-22, 2025, at SkyHall, Brussels Airport.

F AIR representatives Katarina Kepesiova, Miroslav Srnec, and Matěj Mrázek will be available to discuss professional pilot training and career pathways.

Source: F AIR
Photo Credit: F AIR

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Switzerland’s AELO Swiss Academy Sees Growing Demand for Flight Training in 2025

Locarno, Switzerland – AELO Swiss Academy, powered by AeroLocarno, continues to strengthen its position as a high-performance aviation training institution, prioritizing quality over volume in pilot training.

  • Over 60 aspiring pilots and parents attended AELO’s Open Day in February 2025, highlighting growing interest in the academy’s structured, airline-standard training programs.
  • AELO has seen a strong increase in demand despite raising tuition fees and tightening admission criteria, reflecting a long-term approach focused on reputation and quality.
  • The academy fully integrates Evidence-Based Training (EBT) and KSA 100 methodologies, ensuring students develop competencies required in modern airline operations.
  • AELO states that unlike flight schools that maximize enrollment numbers without sufficient resources, AELO maintains sustainable student-to-instructor ratios to avoid training delays.
  • Two-thirds of AELO’s 37 flight instructors are active airline pilots from Swiss, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Ryanair, DHL, and more, providing students with real-world airline exposure.

Source: Ordovás & Partners
Photo Credit: Ordovás & Partners

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UK Headquartered Flight Training Group, Leading Edge Aviation, Seeking Multi-Engine Flight Instructor for Spain Base in 2025

Spain – Leading Edge Aviation Ltd. (LEAL), which operates flight training bases in the United Kingdom and Spain, is seeking to hire Multi-Engine Flight Instructors (ME FI) to deliver high-quality VFR elementary flight training in Diamond DA42 aircraft and simulators. This role involves training both integrated and modular EASA and UK CAA license-seeking students, with opportunities to progress to Multi-Engine IFR instruction based on performance or immediately depending on qualification.

Candidate Requirements

  • UK CAA FCL (EASA FCL or EASA FCL900 desirable)
  • FI(A) rating with relevant privileges (a, b, e, f, h, i)
  • Valid Class 1 Medical
  • MEP (Land) rating

Key Competencies

  • Maintain the highest personal and professional standards
  • Ensure compliance with company and aviation authority regulations
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Strong report writing and IT skills

Benefits

  • Salary up to €41,725 per annum
  • Career progression with upskilling to the next instructor level based on performance
  • Generous holiday entitlement
  • Pension and life assurance schemes
  • Loss of licence insurance
  • Reimbursement of rating and medical renewals/revalidations
  • Well-being benefits (Individual Assistance Program)
  • Free on-site parking

To apply, please visit Leading Edge Aviation’s careers page.

Source: Leading Edge Aviation

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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – Latitude Aviation English Services

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Henry Emery – Managing Director at Latitude Aviation English Services Ltd. – an industry leading learning management provider dedicated to the design, development and delivery of quality Aviation English language training and testing solutions.

The conversation covers:

  • Background & History: Henry Emery started his career as an English language teacher and became involved in aviation English in the early 2000s. He co-authored books on aviation English and co-founded Latitude Aviation English Services in 2013. The company provides specialized aviation language training and assessment services.
  • Latitude Aviation’s Services & Clients: Latitude offers tailored English language training and testing solutions for aviation professionals, including pilots, air traffic controllers, and flight schools. Their clients include major airlines (Emirates, Qatar Airways, Aegean Airlines), regulatory authorities (Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia), air navigation service providers, flight training academies, and other organizations (CAE, Leonardo).
  • Trends in Aviation Training & AI’s Role: Henry highlighted the growing use of virtual reality (VR) and AI in aviation training, particularly for phraseology training. While AI can assist with structured communication, it still faces challenges in assessing and training spontaneous language use.
  • Future Outlook: Latitude Aviation, like the rest of the industry, experienced challenges during COVID-19 but has seen a strong recovery. The demand for pilot training is resurging, with significant aircraft orders and growing flight school enrollments. However, Henry emphasizes the need for adaptability in an industry that remains volatile due to global events.

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