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Italian Pilot Training Group Aviomar Flight Academy Hosts Ryanair Recruitment Officer at Simulator Training Centre

Italy – Aviomar Flight Academy, which operates full flight simulator and abinitio flight training operations, hosted Jake McComish, Pilot Recruitment Officer at Ryanair, at its Simulator Training Centre in March 2025. The visit provided Ryanair Future Flyer Academy students with a direct opportunity to engage with Ryanair’s recruitment team regarding their training and future career paths.

In November 2024 Aviomar Flight Academy announced that they will be opening a brand-new training centre for aspiring airline pilots at Parma International Airport in 2025. As part of this new investment plan, Aviomar will develop a purpose-built 2000sqm flight training centre in northern Italy with the capacity to train in excess of 150 trainees per year. The training facility will be primarily dedicated to the Ryanair Future Flyer Academy cadet training programmes.

The new base will feature a hangar for the new aircraft fleet and a training centre comprising of flight operations and maintenance offices, classrooms for theoretical instruction and two flight simulators (Diamond DA42 FSTD and Boeing 737-8200 MAX FSTD). The Flight Training Centre will be powered by solar energy produced by the 1,000 m2 of photovoltaic panels embedded in new eco-friendly hangar.

Aviomar Flight Academy has delivered ab-initio training to over a thousand pilots and is the preferred training provider for 12 European operators, including Ryanair, the No. 1 airline in Europe – Aviomar is the only Ryanair official training partner in Italy.

As part of this agreement, the Ryanair Future Flyer Academy flight training courses will be offered not only at the Rome Training Centres but also at the new Parma Flight Training Centre.

Source: Aviomar Flight Academy
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Pilatus Introduces PC-12 PRO with Next-Gen Cockpit and Safety Features

Switzerland – Pilatus Aircraft Ltd has unveiled the PC-12 PRO, the latest and most advanced version of its renowned single-engine turboprop. Featuring cutting-edge avionics, enhanced safety systems, and a redesigned interior, the PC-12 PRO sets a new benchmark in its class.

  • The PC-12 PRO is equipped with the new Advanced Cockpit Environment (ACE), powered by the Garmin G3000 PRIME Integrated Flight Deck.
  • It features three large high-resolution touchscreen displays and two 7-inch secondary displays, offering double the processing power and four times the RAM of the original G3000 system.
  • Enhanced safety features include Autoland, Smart Glide, and Electronic Stability Protection, along with an upgraded Stall Warning & Protection System.
  • The aircraft introduces a redesigned cockpit with improved ergonomics, removing the “Direct Vision” cockpit window frame for better visibility.
  • A refreshed cabin design with new high-tech color schemes and upgraded cabinetry provide a modern aesthetic and enhanced storage solutions.
  • The PC-12 PRO is powered by the latest Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 engine, ensuring reliability with over 400 million flight hours logged across its fleet.
  • Autothrottle System (EPECS) optimizes performance, reduces pilot workload, improves fuel efficiency, and supports Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) compatibility.
  • Deliveries are set to commence in Q4 2025.

About Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd, headquartered in Stans, Switzerland, is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of single-engine turboprops and business jets. The company is known for its innovative designs, including the PC-12, PC-24, and military training aircraft.

Source: Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
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Global Flight Training Group, Airways Aviation, Announces Scholarship Fund to Support Female Pilots in Australia

Gold Coast, Australia – Airways Aviation Group has launched a new scholarship initiative aimed at increasing female participation in the commercial aviation sector. In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, the flight training provider is offering partial scholarships to qualifying women pursuing their pilot training.

  • Airways Aviation has committed an additional €500,000 in scholarships for women in 2025.
  • The initiative builds on the company’s history of awarding over €1 million in female scholarships over the past decade.
  • Successful applicants can receive up to €10,000 towards their EASA ATPL training at Airways Aviation’s European academies or up to AUD 10,000 for their CASA CPL training in Australia.
  • The scholarship covers only training costs and excludes expenses such as medicals, visa fees, accommodation, and other associated costs.
  • Selection is based on performance in the Adapt – Symbiotics Pilot Entry Test, with a fee of €220 for applicants.
  • Eligible candidates must qualify for necessary visas or study permits to train at designated Airways Aviation locations in Europe and Australia.

Over the past decade, Airways Aviation Group has provided in excess of €1 million in female scholarships, thereby creating a meaningful impact in encouraging and empowering more women to join the increasingly important aviation industry.

About Airways Aviation Group
Airways Aviation Group is an international flight training organization with academies in Europe, Australia, and the Middle East. The company provides training for aspiring pilots through EASA, CASA, and ICAO programs, focusing on commercial airline pilot pathways.

Source: Airways Aviation Group
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Italian Flight Training Provider, Aero Club Catania, Expands 2025 Fleet with 2 Tecnam P2008JC

Capua, Italy – Tecnam and AERO CLUB CATANIA announced the delivery for two (2) Tecnam P2008JC single engine two-seater aircraft. These new aircraft will be used for ab-initio training and keep the high standards of the school.

This new acquisition will innovate AERO CLUB CATANIA fleet, standardise the fleet and increase ATO capacity. This new and significant investment is part of AERO CLUB CATANIA commitment to ensure that future commercial pilots are trained on modern aircraft such as the wide range of Tecnam models.

AERO CLUB CATANIA, based on international airport  Catania–Fontanarossa, also known as Vincenzo Bellini Airport, on the slopes of volcano Etna,already has a P2006T, P2002JF and P92JS in its fleet and the ATO has also a certified simulator to train the hundreds prospecting  pilots serving the world’s leading carriers. One of the reasons for this choice, apart from the excellent fuel consumption, is the excellent safety record and the lowest CO2 emissions, making the Tecnams the aircraft of choice for students and flight schools.

Filippo  Papale, President at AERO CLUB CATANIA, said: “Our relationship with Tecnam goes beyond that of a typical vendor and customer. Since choosing Tecnam in 2003, we have become part of the Tecnam family, growing together and working to make flying in Italy more accessible and safe.”

“We are honored that AERO CLUB CATANIA has chosen our aircraft for its expansion. This collaboration underscores our commitment to providing students with a modern, technologically advanced training platform, essential for navigating today’s complex airline environment. Tecnam aircraft serve as a vital bridge, ensuring a seamless transition into professional aviation,” said Giovanni Pascale Langer. Tecnam’s Managing Director

Tecnam Green Fleet.  Tradition, innovation and vision. These factors are taking Tecnam to new horizons. Based on recent data and industry benchmarks, Tecnam offers the greenest training fleet in the world. Flight schools using Tecnam’s single and twin engine fleet can save up to 10 tonnes of CO2 emissions for each student who completes a Commercial Pilot Licence – a 60% reduction compared to a fleet using 100LL fuel across 155 flight hours, including 30 hours in a twin.

About AERO CLUB CATANIA
The Aero Club of Catania was founded in 1934 by a group of enthusiasts who had already been flying a few private planes over the Catania-Fontanarossa airport since the 1920s. With the only brief interlude of the years of the Second World War, the Aero Club of Catania has always worked to promote aviation culture also through an efficient Flight School that has now reached levels of undisputed professionalism to the point of becoming one of Italy’s major training realities.

About TECNAM; “Quality Aircraft since 1948”
Tecnam is an Italian aircraft manufacturer and one of the world’s leading piston aircraft manufacturers. Founded in 1948 by brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale, the company is headquartered in Capua, Italy, and operates two subsidiaries in Sebring, Florida, USA, and Brisbane, Australia, to serve and support the needs of local Tecnam owners and operators. Tecnam designs and manufactures a wide range of aircraft for personal use, commercial operations, business travel, flight training, surveillance, law enforcement and other specialised applications.

Source: Tecnam
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Global Aviation SA and Aegean Airlines Welcome 2025 Cadet Pilot Group

Greece – Global Aviation SA, in partnership with Aegean Airlines, has officially welcomed the 2025 Cadet Group into its professional flight training program.

  • Since 2018 the Aegean Airlines Pilot Scholarship Programme has supported more than 180 young people to take their first steps in the industry.
  • The program is a full-time course with a duration of 17 to 19 months and significantly facilitates the access of new talents to a demanding and high-cost career path, since the total cost of the tuition for a future pilot, including the type rating, exceeds 90,000 euros.
  • AEGEAN’s total investment in the specific initiative exceeds 7 million euros.

Global Aviation SA offers various training programs, including ATPL Integrated, ATPL Modular, CPL-IR-MEP Modular, and ICAO to EASA Conversion courses.

Having its administrative and ground school base in Athens, Greece, and its flying base in the Civil Aviation Airport of Pachi, Megara (LGMG), Global Flight Academy has been training pilots for private and commercial courses, since 1997.

Source: Global Aviation SA
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Simaero Welcomes Jordanian Pilots in Paris

France – Simaero, a global provider of full-flight simulator training, welcomed pilots from Jordan at its training center in Paris. The visit highlights Simaero’s strong partnerships in the Middle East and its commitment to supporting pilot training needs in the region.

Source: Amir Mekhaeil (Simaero)

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