Market Intelligence: -Flight School

UK-Headquartered Pilot Training Group Leading Edge Aviation Hosts Airline’s Pilot Recruitment Team in December 2024

Oxford, United Kingdom – Leading Edge Aviation, which operates flight training bases in the United Kingdom and Spain, welcomed the TUI Airways Pilot Recruitment team this week, providing its students with a valuable opportunity to learn more about career prospects with the world-renowned travel company.

  • TUI Airways, part of TUI Group, operates in 180 regions worldwide with a workforce of 60,000 employees.
  • Leading Edge Aviation students gained insights into TUI’s operations and recruitment processes

Leading Edge Aviation has reached a significant milestone in 2024 with over 100 students have received conditional job offers from major UK airlines during their training. This achievement means that more than a quarter of their current students have been ‘tagged’ for future First Officer roles.

Source: Leading Edge Aviation
Photo Credit: Leading Edge Aviation

Related Posts

Norwegian Announces Partnership with 4 Flight Schools in December 2024

Norwegian has partnered with four key schools to train pilots to ensure future expertise and manpower in a critical industry. The agreement is a win-win for both Norwegian and the students who are offered jobs after graduation.

“It’s a good way for us to attract pilots, and the cooperation agreements allow us to get to know the students during their education. The students who are given the opportunity to be employed with us can start working directly after completing the course. At the same time, they will receive courses in type rating for the aircraft type we operate in Norwegian, as well as other necessary theory and further education courses,” says Guro Poulsen, Executive Vice President of People at Norwegian.

The cooperation agreements are important to conclude now, as it is expected that the global aviation industry will have an increasing need for pilots in the coming years. This is partly due to the fact that many current pilots are approaching retirement age, an increased demand for air travel, and that the costs of pilot training, which you still have to pay yourself, are increasing and become a financial barrier for many who want a career as a pilot.

Norwegian has entered into agreements with the flight schools:

  • Center Air Pilot Academy (CAPA) in Denmark
  • Lund University Trafikflyghögskolan (TFHS) in Sweden
  • OSM Aviation Academy in Norway
  • FTEJerez in Spain

All four are highly recognized pilot schools with a strong connection to the industry, modern aircraft fleets and experienced instructors that make the schools attractive to future pilots.

Anna Kjær Thorsøe, representative from the Center Air Pilot Academy (CAPA), says:

“We are very pleased with the collaboration with Norwegian. Center Air Pilot Academy has delivered pilots to Norwegian for many years, so we already know each other well. This strengthens our educational program and ensures that our students have a motivating and targeted educational journey. When an airline like Norwegian engages in pilot training, it both raises the standard in the industry and gives students a clear career path. For us as a pilot school, it is fantastic to be part of this process, where together we contribute to ensuring the expertise of the future in aviation.”

Pilot schools ensure qualified labour for aviation

The pilot training takes about 20 months. The students that Norwegian gets to know along the way, and who are deemed to be a good fit for the company, will be offered a job immediately after graduation.

“Aviation is critical infrastructure and is of great importance to society. It is important to ensure that the aviation industry has a stable supply of skilled employees in order to maintain excellence in the future. The aviation industry employs tens of thousands of people in the Nordic region – Norwegian alone employs almost 1,300 pilots, of which more than 200 of them are based in Denmark,” says Guro Poulsen.

Norwegian has around 800 employees in Denmark, making it both a large Danish workplace and the second largest airline in the country. The Norwegian Group, which consists of Norwegian and Widerøes Flyveselskap, has a total of 8,500 employees.

Source: Norwegian

Related Posts

Switzerland’s Fly 7 is Seeking to Hire a Chief Flight Instructor in December 2024

Lausanne, Switzerland – Fly 7, the largest commercial Pilatus PC-12 operator, is hiring a Chief Flight Instructor to lead its Approved Training Organization (ATO). This role combines instructor supervision, training standardization, and regulatory compliance in a dynamic and safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as commander for Fly 7’s commercial operations
  • Supervise and standardize flight and simulation training and instructors
  • Develop and implement instructor training and refresher programs
  • Ensure safe, effective training and analyze instructor performance
  • Align theoretical and flight training through pedagogical materials
  • Maintain training records and manage compliance with regulations
  • Address occurrences and deviations, implementing corrective actions
  • Foster a positive safety and compliance culture
  • Manage continuous education and career development for instructors

Candidate Requirements

  • CPL (A) with instructor qualification
  • Experience as a pilot and instructor in a multi-pilot environment
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
  • Fluent in English (French and/or German proficiency is a plus)
  • Pilatus PC-12 experience and examiner qualifications are advantages

To learn more about the role and to apply, please visit Fly 7’s job post.

Source: Fly 7

Related Posts

Oman Aviation Academy is Seeking to Hire an Accountable Manager in December 2024

Muscat, Oman – Oman Aviation Academy, the only flight school in the country, is seeking to hire an Accountable Manager to oversee all operational, regulatory, and safety aspects of its activities. The role requires ensuring compliance with Oman Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards while maintaining safety, operational, and financial excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance and Approvals

  • Ensure full compliance with CAA, EASA, and international aviation standards
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities and oversee audits and inspections
  • Maintain necessary certifications and approvals

Safety and Quality Management

  • Oversee the implementation and maintenance of a Safety Management System (SMS)
  • Ensure effective quality assurance programs and safety audits
  • Act as the ultimate authority on safety and compliance issues

Operational and Financial Management

  • Allocate resources to meet operational and training needs
  • Oversee financial performance, budgets, and resource utilization
  • Maintain high standards for facilities, equipment, and aircraft availability

Training Standards and Personnel

  • Ensure instructors and staff meet all regulatory and internal qualifications
  • Approve training programs and materials to meet CAA/EASA requirements
  • Promote continuous improvement in training methods and safety practices

Risk Management and Emergency Preparedness

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks
  • Oversee emergency response procedures and ensure personnel training

Communication and Leadership

  • Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities and report to senior management
  • Supervise and appoint senior management for regulatory and operational compliance

Candidate Requirements

Education

  • Degree in Aviation, Management, Engineering, or related discipline, OR
  • Professional qualifications such as FCL or AME licenses

Experience

  • 8–10 years of operational management in aviation, with senior management experience
  • Proven capability in budget, compliance, and performance management

Skills

  • Deep knowledge of CAA/EASA regulations (e.g., Part-ORA, Part-145, Part-M)
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making abilities
  • Effective communication and organizational skills

To apply, please send your CV to Oman Aviation Academy through their career page.

Source: Oman Aviation Academy

Related Posts

Global Flight Training Group Skyborne Welcomes New IndiGo Cadets in Florida in December 2024

Vero Beach, Florida, USA – Global pilot training group Skyborne which operates flight training bases across the United Kingdom and the United States, an official partner of the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program, has welcomed its latest batch of 5 cadets in December 2024. The cadets are set to begin ground school training before progressing to the flying phase of their Private Pilot License (PPL) training.

The 18-month IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program with Skyborne begins at Skyborne’s United States facility in Vero Beach, Florida, with cadets spending 12 months earning their US FAA 141 Commercial Pilots License with Instrument Rating, plus the required multi-engine time, before completing a DCGA Flight Licence Conversion in India. The application process has recently been revamped to include the latest suite of ADAPT pilot aptitude tests from Symbiotics.

Source: Skyborne Aviation Academy
Photo Credit: Skyborne Aviation Academy

Related Posts

US Flight Training Group, Paragon Flight Training, Takes Delivery of Pilot 100i SN 200, Expands Pilot 100i Orders

Vero Beach, Florida, USA – Piper Flight School Alliance member Paragon Flight Training of Fort Myers, Florida, has taken delivery of the 200th Pilot 100i produced by Piper Aircraft. This milestone aircraft joins Paragon’s fleet of over thirty (30) Piper Pilot 100is and one (1) Seminole.

Piper Aircraft has produced the Pilot 100i for four years, and Piper’s Flight School Alliance partners value the high dispatch reliability of the platform, which utilizes Garmin full panel avionics, a Lycoming IO-360 180 HP engine, and a three-seat configuration. The Pilot 100i is classified as a Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA), allowing schools an unmatched level of versatility in flight training.

Paragon began taking delivery of Pilot 100i aircraft in early 2022, including SN 100. Now, at the end of 2024, they have received another milestone serial number, SN 200.

Paragon recently finalized another large order for additional Pilot 100i and Seminole aircraft, placing Paragon on the path to becoming the largest Pilot 100i fleet operator worldwide by 2027. These increased orders also support the company’s most recent expansion outside of Florida, with its 2024 acquisition of Airventures, a flight school in LaGrange, Georgia, outside of Atlanta. The purchase follows the company’s 2023 entrance into the Georgia market, when it began a partnership with LaGrange College to offer the college’s first program in aviation.

Paragon’s Pilot 100i deliveries will resume in early 2025 and continue throughout 2027. “Paragon Flight continues to enjoy a mutually rewarding relationship with Piper. We work collaboratively and confidently together as we build up our fleet of Piper P100i aircraft and train the next generation of pilots using this outstanding platform,” Chris Schoensee, Paragon Flight Training President, said. “We are incredibly pleased to now have possession of both the 200 and 100 serial number P100i’s.”

“It is our honor to partner with well-respected training establishments like Paragon Flight Training as they leverage the Pilot 100i platform to make the most of their operations,” said Ron Gunnarson, Vice President of Sales, Marketing, Customer Support, and Quality at Piper Aircraft. “We are thrilled to renew our commitment to Paragon through our collaborative relationship and look forward to watching serial number 200 and beyond bring great success to all three of Paragon’s flight traininglocations.” 

About Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Piper Aircraft Inc., headquartered in Vero Beach, Fl., offers aviators throughout the world efficient and reliable single and twin-engine aircraft and is the first general aviation aircraft manufacturer in the world to certify Garmin Autoland. The single-engine M-Class series – the M700 FURY, M500, and M350 – offers businesses and individuals elegant performance, value and a superior ownership experience. The Personal Class, Archer LX and Archer DLX balance proven performance, efficiency, and simplicity in a piston-powered aircraft. The Trainer Class Pilot 100i, Archer TX, Archer DX, and Seminole aircraft form the most complete technically advanced line of pilot training aircraft in the world. Piper is a member of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association.

About Paragon Flight Training
Paragon Flight is an award-winning flight academy headquartered at Page Field in Fort Myers, Florida. Holding FAA and SEVIS accreditations, the company trains commercial, professional, and recreational pilots as well as offering military pilot training for domestic and foreign governments. With multiple locations in Florida and Georgia, Paragon Flight now has more than 34,000 square feet of training facilities in the South Eastern United States.

Source: Piper Aircraft
Photo Credit: Piper Aircraft

Related Posts