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Irish Pilot Training Organisation Atlantic Flight Training Academy Welcomes 8 New Airline Cadet Pilots in April 2024

Atlantic Flight Training Academy, founded in 1995 and Ireland’s largest – and one of Europe’s leading – Independent Flight Training Organisations, has shared that 8 new integrated class cadets from two airline partners: Ryanair and GlobeAir have started their training in April 2024.

Back in November 2022 GlobeAir announced a new Pilot Training Partnership with  Atlantic Flight Training Academy, to train cadets for their future careers as commercial pilots in 2023/2024. The candidates involved in the pilot training programme as part of the partnership between GlobeAir and AFTA will receive 18 months of extensive training in Cork and Waterford airports in Ireland. On successful completion of pilot training and a final GlobeAir assessment, cadets will have attained a standard where they are ready to join the GlobeAir Cessna Citation Citation Mustang type-rating programme.

In March 2024 Atlantic Flight Training Academy shared that in line with the increased demand for pilot training that it added another flight simulator – a new fixed based flight simulator, a Boeing 737-8200 Max, manufactured by MPS featuring full replica flight decks of both the Boeing 737-8200 Max and the 737-800 Next Generation (NG). Under the guidance of a highly experienced team of former and current airline pilots, AFTA’s APS MCC courses ensure that students receive top-tier training and expertise, setting the standard for excellence in the industry including cadets enrolled in the Ryanair Mentored Programme.

AFTA was established in 1995 and has seen a remarkable success rate with trainees. Over 2700 pilots who started their careers at AFTA are employed by leading airlines globally including Ryanair, a Boeing 737 MAX customer, who have a long-standing partnership with AFTA. The training contract with Ryanair is called the Ryanair mentored pilot programme and pilots are trained to Ryanair specific SOPs, procedures and standards before doing their type rating with the airline.

Source: Atlantic Flight Training Academy
Photo Credit: Atlantic Flight Training Academy

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16 Cadets Enroll in Philippines Based Alpha Aviation Group’s Pilot Training Programs in March 2024

Clark, Philippines – Twelve (12) new cadets were inducted to Alpha Aviation Group’s Airline Pilot Program (APP) on 20 March 2024. This is the program’s 2nd intake for this year and the 74th since the program was introduced in 2011. Two (2) cadets enrolled in the First Officer Preparation (FOP) Program and two (2) cadets enrolled in the Private Pilot License (PPL) Program are also joining the batch.

“Entering AAG serves as your gateway to grow and reach new heights in aviation. We’re putting forth our utmost effort to ensure the best training possible for you to excel in your career,” states Capt. Vicente Casibang II (AAG Philippines Accountable Manager) in his welcome remarks.

With a determined spirit, the cadets introduced themselves and shared their goals and areas of interest. One cadet shared that he’s balancing work and school, working hard to save diligently to enroll in a flight school. Similarly, another cadet echoed her aspirations of returning to her hometown as a pilot after the training. These stories reflect a collective dedication among the new cadets, fueling their passion to achieve their dreams.

Cristopher Magdangal (AAG Group COO) also graced the ceremony to extend his greetings to the new cadets and their supportive families. “At AAG, we offer more than just the training necessary to become a pilot. We are here to support your career growth and success in the aviation industry,” he shares.

Capt. Gaudencio Maniano (AICAT Accountable Manager) wrapped up the ceremony by highlighting AAG’s joint effort in supporting the dreams of the cadets. “I can assure that you have made the right decision, because I am confident that you’re in good hands at AAG,” he shared.

Source: Alpha Aviation Group
Photo Credit: Alpha Aviation Group

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