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US Aviation and Flight Training Group, Epic Flight Academy, Awards $80,000 in Scholarships in 2024

Florida, United States-headquartered flight and aircraft maintenance training group Epic Flight Academy hosted its 9th Annual Aviation Scholarship Awards in November 2024. Eight high school students received scholarships totaling $80,000 toward pilot training and aircraft mechanic training to use at Epic’s various campuses.

Judges reviewed more than 50 applications from 14 states. The winners are:

  • Qayla Bailey, $20,000 Captain Judy Rice Pilot Scholarship – New Smyrna Beach
  • Jack Carda, $5,000 Pilot Scholarship Tucson
  • Casson Dennison, $5,000 Pilot Scholarship Jacksonville
  • Wes Glaser, $5,000 Pilot Scholarship Tallahassee
  • Anvita Kulkarni, $5,000 Pilot Scholarship New Smyrna Beach
  • Joseph Lavdas, $5,000 Pilot Scholarship Ocala
  • Russell Shipley, $20,000 Aircraft Mechanic Scholarship New Smyrna Beach
  • Brayden Tucker, $20,000 Aircraft Mechanic Scholarship CVG Airport

Dr. Cindy Lovell, Director of Education at Epic said, “Each year our judges praise the high quality of applicants we receive, which makes their job difficult. We congratulate each of these students and look forward to watching them grow at Epic.”

Epic founder and CEO Danny Perna added, “The scholarship event is always exciting because we meet so many talented young aviators who are eager to embark on their careers. We’re proud to support and encourage them.”

Source: Epic Flight Academy
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AELO Swiss Academy Welcomes Large New Cohort of Aspiring Pilots in 2024

AELO Swiss Academy, Switzerland’s high-performance aviation academy, has shared that it has welcomed the arrival of 25 new students to its pilot training program. Having joined in September and October 2024, the students have commenced their theoretical coursework.

In October 2024 AELO Swiss Academy shared that it had reached another significant milestone in its ambitious growth strategy with the delivery of a brand-new Tecnam P2008 aircraft, expanding its fleet to 16 planes. In addition, an order has been placed for another Tecnam P2008, which will be delivered in January 2025, further expanding the fleet to 17 aircraft.

Source: AELO Swiss Academy
Photo Credit: AELO Swiss Academy

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Canadian Flight Training Provider Select Aviation College Celebrates 10 Years of Excellence in Pilot Training

Canada – Select Aviation College is celebrating a decade of success in 2024, marking its 10th anniversary as one of Canada’s leading pilot training institutions. Originally founded in 2014, the college has grown significantly from its beginnings at Drummondville Airport, evolving into a premier aviation college that now operates from Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport and trains over 250 pilots annually.

Key Milestones:

  • The College’s first international student, Jean-Baptiste Carré, earned his Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) in 2015 and now serves as the College’s Vice President of Operations.
  • Another important member of the current team, Chief Flight Instructor Maxime Delage-Damon, was one of the first five pilots to graduate.
  • In 2016, the College expanded by moving to Hangar #10, which was transformed by major renovations and the addition of a 3-axis motorized REDBIRD flight simulator, enhancing its aviation training capabilities.
  • By July 2017, Select Aviation College obtained its permit from Quebec’s Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur, officially becoming a designated private learning institution awarding three Attestations of College Studies (ACS) leading to Commercial Pilot Licenses (CPL).
  • In 2018, Transport Canada authorized Select Aviation College to offer the Integrated Air Transport Pilot college program, leading to the Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Licence (Integrated ATPL), positioning the College among the top flight training institutions in Canada. That same year, the College enriched its pedagogical experience with the purchase of a state-of-the-art ALSIM ALX flight simulator, enabling multi-crew cooperation (MCC) training.
  • In 2020 the College invested in a twin-engine Piper PA-44 Seminole 2020 aircraft equipped with a 100% digital instrument panel.
  • In January 2021, the College inaugurated a flight school in Gatineau, which became its new head office in June 2022 following the closure of the Drummondville campus. Meanwhile, the city of Gatineau completed major work at the Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport, including new taxiways and a brand-new building housing six classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology—an investment of over $13 million.
  • In January 2024, the College partnered with Porter Airlines, qualifying for its Destination Porter mentoring program, thereby enhancing its pilot training offerings.

Statement’s

  • “We’re incredibly grateful to our community of students, instructors, and partners who have supported us through this journey. Together, we’re celebrating a decade of dedication to training tomorrow’s pilots,” shared Select Aviation College.

Source: Select Aviation College
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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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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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