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Global Pilot Training Group BAA Training Video Highlighting its Training of Luxair Cadets

BAA Training, which operates full flight simulator training centers and flight schools around the world, has shared a video highlighting its training of Luxair cadets. In April 2024 BAA Training announced that it had partnered with Luxair, the flag carrier of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, has indicated that it will have “additional flight bases are scheduled for launch in the second half of 2024, with further openings in 2025 and 2026 across other parts of Europe.”.

The company has recently placed an order for 48 Cessna 172 Skyhawk aircraft to expand its fleet. Under the signed agreement with Luxair the airline will send independently selected pilots to be trained at BAA Training’s flight training facilities in Lleida-Alguaire, Spain, through an ATPL Integrated program. Luxair will pre-finance this training on behalf of these students.

“A big thank you to Luxair, Luxembourg’s flag carrier, for trusting us with their airline pilot training. We are committed to equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the aviation industry,” said BAA Training.

Watch the video below from BAA Training’s youtube channel.

Source: BAA Training

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Portuguese Flight School Sevenair Academy Seeks Experienced Chief Flight Instructor in 2024

Sevenair Academy, a renowned EASA Approved Training Organization based in Portugal, is actively searching for an experienced and dedicated professional to join its team as Chief Flight Instructor (CFI).

Candidates for the Chief Flight Instructor position must meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Hold a valid EASA Flight Instructor Certificate (FI)
  • Hold a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate
  • Minimum of 1500 hours of flight time as Pilot in Command (PIC)
  • Have at least 3 years of experience as a Flight Instructor
  • Excellent proficiency in English, both written and spoken
  • Valid EASA CPL (A) or ATPL (A) with Instrument Rating (IR)
  • Hold an Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI) and Class Rating Instructor (CRI)

“As Chief Flight Instructor, you will oversee all flight training operations and manage a team of instructors to ensure compliance with EASA regulations. Responsibilities include conducting instructor training, planning flight schedules, developing training materials, monitoring student progress, and leading standardization workshops. The CFI will also work closely with the Training Manager to continually improve training programs and maintain the high standards of the academy.”

Interested applicants should send their resume, cover letter, and relevant certifications to pilot.career@sevenair.com, referencing RH10.22.2024.

Source: Sevenair Academy
Photo Credit: Sevenair Academy (shown as meta image)

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Airbus Hosts Global Airlines in Paris for Flight Ops, Training, and Fuel Efficiency Symposium 2024

The Airbus Flight Ops, Training, and Fuel Efficiency team hosted more than 400 representatives from airlines around the globe at the Flight Ops, Training, and Fuel Efficiency Symposium 2024 in Paris.

“This unique opportunity will bring us together to get insight from our Airbus and Navblue experts and exchange within our community, addressing the three main pillars of safety, efficiency, and sustainability.” shared Fabrice Hamel, Head of Flight Operations and Training at Airbus.

Source: Fabrice Hamel (Airbus)
Photo Credit: Fabrice Hamel (Airbus)

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Italy-based Pilot Training Organisation Welcomes October 2024 Group of Future Airline Pilots

Rome, Italy – Aviomar Flight Academy welcomed the latest class of ab-initio cadets at the Ryanair Future Flyer Academy. The Ryanair Future Flyer Academy offers aspiring pilots with little to no prior experience a part-sponsored flight training program, providing a direct path to becoming a Ryanair pilot.

  • The Ryanair Future Flyer Academy (formerly the Ryanair Mentored Programme) offers individuals the opportunity to train for a Commercial Pilot Licence with Ryanair-approved partner schools.
  • Three training routes are available, catering to different experience levels and individual needs, all developed in line with Ryanair’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • The Integrated Ab-initio and Modular Gateway 1 programs will now come with a conditional job offer from Ryanair upon enrolment. Additionally, candidates will receive a bonded B737 type rating as part of their training package, positioning them directly on the path to a career with Ryanair upon successful completion of the program.
  • Over 80% of cadets enrolled in October’s Ryanair type rating courses are graduates of Ryanair’s training programmes.
  • Ryanair announced that in the future, the only pathway to join the airline as a cadet will be through the Ryanair Future Flyer Academy, with the “whitetail route” being phased out.

Source: Aviomar Flight Academy
Photo Credit: Aviomar Flight Academy

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