Market Intelligence: Europe

UK Flight Training Group Leading Edge Aviation Seeking Head of Training in 2024

Oxford, United Kingdom headquartered Leading Edge Aviation, a prominent UK-based pilot training academy, is seeking a qualified aviation professional to join its team as Head of Training. Please see an extract of the job post below.

“The Company Head of Training (HT) is a mandatory post-holder position at Leading Edge Aviation, responsible to the applicable National Approvals Authority (NAA) for ensuring the delivery of all professional pilot training across all locations is conducted safely and in accordance with the regulations. Leading Edge Aviation’s HT is ultimately responsible for maintaining the exacting high standards of training and safety standards, and in line with the applicable NAA regulations.

In addition the HT is a key member of the Leadership Team and integral to ensuring effective management across the Company, not just within the training area, providing leadership and direction whilst fully supporting the Senior Leadership Team.

Core Competencies

  • To be the approved post holder with the NAA (s)
  • To maintain their license, ratings and medical in line with the Company requirements and the applicable Aviation Authority regulations;
  • Hold or have held in the 3 years prior to first appointment as HT, a professional pilot licence and associated ratings or certificates issued in accordance with Part-FCL, related to the flight training courses provided.
  • Extensive experience as an instructor in the areas relevant for the training provided by the ATO
  • Sound managerial capability
  • Extensive experience in training as an instructor for professional pilot licences and associated ratings or certificates
  • To have a high personal and professional standard;
  • To be able to work independently and on their own initiative when appropriate;
  • To have good report writing and IT skills.“

To apply send your CV and a cover letter that tells Leading Edge Aviation about your relevant experience to talent@leadingedgeaviation.com

Source: Leading Edge Aviation

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IATA Announces 2024 Appointment for Senior Manager of Pilot Training and Licensing

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced the appointment of Andrés Ospina, MRAeS, as the new Senior Manager of Pilot Training and Licensing. Capt. Ospina, who has accumulated extensive experience throughout his career, expressed that this new position represents one of the most significant milestones in his professional journey saying, “After many experiences I’ve lived through, today I reach another dream, perhaps the greatest one of my professional life, and I hope to stay here for the rest of my career.”

To know more about IATA or Mr. Ospina, connect with him through his LinkedIn Profile.

Source: Andrés Ospina

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Operating One of the Largest Flight Schools in Europe – Portugal’s Sevenair Academy

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series AFM’s Customer Success & Business Development Manager Agata Marszalek speaks with Carlos Amaro – CEO of Sevenair Academy – one of the largest flight training organisations based at Ponte de Sor, Portugal.

The conversation covers:

  • Independent Growth and Expansion: Sevenair Academy has grown substantially, now independently owned by Carlos and his partner after separating from Sevenair Group. Located in Ponte de Sor, Portugal, the academy boasts 45 aircraft and a campus that accommodates up to 600 cadets, making it one of Europe’s largest training facilities.
  • Advanced Training Infrastructure: The academy benefits from a dedicated runway, advanced ILS (Instrument Landing System), extensive facilities, and optimal weather for flight training, with about 330 flyable days per year. These resources, combined with a robust fleet and new simulators, create ideal conditions for training pilots.
  • Partnerships and Pilot Shortage Solutions: Sevenair Academy collaborates with airlines like Luxair on sponsored cadet programs, aiming to address pilot shortages by supporting cadets financially and guaranteeing employment. They are also in talks with government bodies to explore cost-free training programs for talented cadets, hoping to make pilot training accessible regardless of financial background.
  • Safety and Quality Focus: Safety is a core value, with Sevenair prioritizing a strong safety culture embedded throughout its facilities and training protocols.
  • Advocacy for Industry Changes: Carlos highlighted challenges in the European pilot training sector, such as the shortage of qualified instructors, and advocates for regulatory adjustments to simplify instructor certification.

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer FTD.aero Secures Recurrent Qualifications for APS MCC Simulators in Italy and Poland

FTD.aero is pleased to announce the successful EASA recurrent qualifications for its FNPT II APS MCC flight training devices at both Urbe Aero Flight Academy in Rome, Italy, and VDL Aviation in Warsaw, Poland. These certifications, completed in October, reflect FTD.aero’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance.

Each simulator, meticulously crafted to support the rigorous APS MCC training requirements, offers students a realistic airliner cockpit experience designed to enhance their hands-on skills. Through comprehensive on-site inspections and rigorous testing by NAA inspectors, both devices not only met but also surpassed key regulatory standards, reaffirming their robust operational integrity and resilience.

After over a year of intensive use, these devices have demonstrated exceptional reliability, supported by FTD.aero’s dedicated Customer Support team. This team ensures that simulators remain in optimal condition, safeguarding uninterrupted training schedules and promoting superior learning outcomes. FTD.aero’s proactive support services, including software updates, hardware upgrades, real-time monitoring, and preventive maintenance, are instrumental in maintaining maximum uptime and smooth training operations for Urbe Aero and VDL Aviation.

Source: FTD.aero

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Global Pilot Training Solution Provider Partners with Airline for 1 Year Training Contract

London, UK – L3Harris Airline Academy has announced its first direct training partnership with Aer Lingus UK, signing a one-year contract to deliver a full suite of pilot training services aimed at enhancing safety and operational excellence. The partnership, based at L3Harris’s London Training Centre (LTC), includes specialized training options tailored for Aer Lingus UK pilots at various career stages.

The comprehensive training package includes A330 Dry Training, Cross Crew Qualification (CCQ), Line Flying Under Supervision (LIFUS), A330 Type Ratings, instructor courses, and refresher sessions.

Statement’s

  • “Partnering with L3Harris for our pilot training needs provides excellent synergies. Their proven expertise and state-of-the-art training solutions align perfectly with our commitment to excellence and safety in aviation,” stated Mark Julian, Training and Standards Manager at Aer Lingus UK.
  • “This contract is a testament to the quality services we offer airline partners. It highlights Aer Lingus UK’s commitment to long-term training solutions, and we look forward to providing high-quality, immersive training solutions that empower their pilots to fly with confidence,” said Dave Coward, VP and General Manager for Training Services at L3Harris.
  • “We are thrilled to embark on this new partnership with Aer Lingus UK. Our state-of-the-art training solutions are designed to meet the specific needs of airlines, and we are committed to delivering the highest quality training that ensures pilots are equipped with the skills and confidence to excel,” commented Alan Crawford, President of L3Harris Commercial Aviation.

Source: L3Harris Airline Academy
Photo Credit: Aer Lingus (shown as meta image)

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