Vero Beach, Florida, United States – Skyborne, a global pilot training group which operates flight training bases in the United Kingdom and the United States, has welcomed its first class of 2025 – 15 individuals who will start their US flight training.
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Australia – Lea Vesic, Director of RMIT’s Aviation Academy and an aviation advisor in the office of then-transport minister Michael McCormack, has emphasized the long-term challenges facing the aviation industry as it works to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a visible revival, Vesic highlights a “crisis of confidence” stemming from skill shortages and missed opportunities in federal aviation policy.
Source: Lea Vesic (RMIT Aviation Academy)
Turkey – one of the country’s largest pilot training organisations AYJET Flight School has celebrated the graduation of its 120th and 121st semesters with a ceremony held at Hezarfen Airport.
AYJET Flight School was awarded Best Flight School 2024 by the Jury of the Bluesky Awards. To date more than 1,796 pilots have graduated since 2005 with over 1,687 of them were subsequently employed in airlines.
In June 2024 AYJET Flight School had shared its fleet expansion plan – growing its training infrastructure to 45 aircraft in 2024. The fleet consisting of 22 DA-20(SEP), 11 Sonaca S201(SEP), 5 DA-42(MEP), and 2 Zlin Z242L(SEP) Acrobatic aircraft with another 5 aircraft joining the fleet in 2025 including 4 DA-20 and 1 DA-42. In November 2023 AYJET Flight School also signed an order for one Diamond Aircraft DA42 FNPT II flight simulator.
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Prague, Czech Republic – F AIR, Central and Eastern Europe’s premier private flight school, and Vietjet, a leading new-age airline, have formalized a partnership to collaborate on pilot training. The agreement was signed during a high-profile ceremony attended by Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Czech counterpart, Prime Minister Petr Fiala.
This collaboration strengthens the longstanding relationship between the Czech Republic and Vietnam in education and training, particularly in the field of aviation. By leveraging F AIR’s state-of-the-art facilities and decades of expertise, the partnership aims to deliver world-class pilot training programs that meet the highest European standards.
Michal Markovic, CEO of F AIR, commented: “This partnership represents a significant step forward for F AIR, expanding our presence into dynamic markets like Asia. Our shared vision with Vietjet ensures that we can deliver highly skilled aviation professionals to meet the growing global demand. This collaboration underscores F AIR’s role as a trusted partner for airlines worldwide.”
Highlighting F AIR’s Excellence in Pilot Training
Founded in 1990, F AIR has trained thousands of pilots from around the world. With 34 years of experience, the school offers a comprehensive range of aviation training programs, fully certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). F AIR operates one of the most modern fleets in Europe, complemented by advanced simulators and cutting-edge training methodologies. These resources, combined with a commitment to personalized instruction, ensure each trainee is equipped to excel in today’s competitive aviation industry.
Expanding Opportunities in Global Aviation
For F AIR, the partnership with Vietjet marks an opportunity to further its mission of fostering international cooperation and producing highly qualified pilots. By meeting the demands of a rapidly growing aviation sector, F AIR is cementing its leadership position as a premier European flight training provider.
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F AIR invites aspiring aviation professionals and industry stakeholders to explore its EASA-certified programs. With a focus on quality, safety, and innovation, F AIR is dedicated to preparing pilots for international success.
About F AIR
F AIR, founded in 1990, is the first private flight school in the Czech Republic and a leader in pilot training across Central and Eastern Europe. F AIR provides state-of-the-art facilities, a modern fleet, and innovative programs for top aviation education. Certified by EASA, F AIR is a trusted partner for airlines and aviation professionals worldwide.
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United Kingdom – Leading Edge Aviation Ltd. (LEAL), which operates flight training bases in the United Kingdom and Spain, has officially partnered with TUI Airways to create new pathways for cadets to secure careers with the global airline. The collaboration includes recruitment days and exclusive opportunities for students to gain job offers before graduating.
About Leading Edge Aviation
Leading Edge Aviation is a rapidly expanding pilot training academy with a fresh approach and an emphasis on holistic training. Offering the highest standards of regulatory technical training, students also benefit from a comprehensive professional and personal development curriculum to enhance non-technical skills.
Based at London Oxford Airport and Alhama, Southern Spain with a commitment to holistic pilot development, Leading Edge Aviation offers a range of modular and integrated training programmes, including the innovative LEAP (Leading Edge Airline Preparation) course; a full-time integrated course with BSc degree (UK only) and a comprehensive graduate airline selection preparation workshop. Facilities at both locations support a comprehensive educational experience, combining modern aircraft and simulators, advanced learning technologies, and a vibrant student living environment.
Leading Edge also delivers modular training (including Ground School, MECPL, CBIR, MEIR, uMAP (university Modular Airline Preparation), A-UPRT (Advanced Upset Prevention Recovery Training), APC MCC (Airline Pilot Standards Multi Crew Co-operation) at its UK base in Oxford.
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