Global Flight Training Group Skyborne and Indian Airline IndiGo Celebrate New Cadets in April 2024

Global pilot training group Skyborne Airline Academy, which operates pilot training bases in the United States and the United Kingdom, and IndiGo Airlines welcomed 14 new cadets to the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme during their Letter of Intent (LoI) ceremony in Gurgaon, India. Following a competitive application process, the successful cadets will commence the first phase of their flight training in the United States at the academy’s base in Florida before returning to India for their flight license conversion and type rating.

After successfully completing the programme, these graduates will go on to fly with India’s leading airline as A320 First Officers.

Sakshi Solanki, cadet in the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme with Skyborne, says: “While I was working at British Telecoms, I never felt fulfilled. That is when I decided to gather the courage to leave my job and begin studying maths and physics. I’m starting my career at 27, so age is not a deterrent to go after your dreams.”

Raj Ganatra, cadet in the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme with Skyborne, says: “I was determined to do my flight training in the US and a few of my friends were studying with Skyborne and only had good things to say. I still remember the day when I first travelled in an aircraft. I was sitting with my parents in the airport and I watched the pilots going by. I saw how they walked, their uniform, their lifestyle—that was the day I told my parents that I wanted to become a pilot.”

About Skyborne   

Skyborne Airline Academy is a modern airline training academy based at Vero Beach, Florida, United States, and Gloucestershire Airport in the United Kingdom. Established by industry experts, Skyborne brings a fresh approach to airline pilot training.     

Founders Tom Misner (chairman) and Lee Woodward (CEO) have unsurpassed experience in commercial aviation, education and training. It is their vision to create a training environment where the highest standard of teaching, safety and relevant airline-style training is maintained, and interactive learning is encouraged.     

Using a combination of tried and tested methods and the latest technology to assess competence, suitability, aptitude and resilience, Skyborne aims to recruit the very best candidates to minimize additional training, reduce failure rates and provide airlines with better pilots and cabin crew.     

Skyborne is proud to hold close relationships with the world’s leading airlines, offering opportunities for trainees as part of British Airways’ Speedbird Pilot Academy, the Propel Flight Academy by Delta, the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme, and the SkyWest Professional Pilot Pathway. www.skyborne.com

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Indian Flight Training Group Chimes Aviation Academy Announces Graduation of First Two IndiGo Cadet Batches

One of India’s largest flight training organiastions Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates two flight training bases, recently held its graduation ceremony for the first two batches of its IndiGo cadet pilot program (ICP 01 & ICP 02).

In addition to celebrating the graduation event, CAA also rejoiced in the outstanding success of their two aviators who have achieved remarkable victories by clinching prestigious awards:

  • Captain Agam Singh for Technical Knowledge Award
  • Captain Tejash Vashist for Overall Performance Award

Previously, CAA and IndiGo partnered to launch the Cadet Pilot Program (CPP) to source their Junior Flying Officers (JFOs). This program is designed to train aspiring pilots selected by IndiGo to attain their Commercial Pilot’s Licence (CPL-MEIR) and A320 Type Rating.

Chimes Aviation Academy is the currently the only Indian airline abinitio flight training partner which conducts all training in India.

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France based Mermoz Academy Takes Delivery of 10 New Training Aircraft

The recent acquisition of 10 Tecnam P-Mentors completes French aviation and pilot training group Mermoz’s fleet expansion programme. The aircraft will be used for both PPL (Private Pilot Licence) and MPL (Multi Pilot Licence) courses.

One of the reasons for this choice, apart from the excellent fuel consumption, is the lowest CO2 emissions, making the P-Mentor the aircraft of choice for students and flight schools.

Students at the Mermoz base in Tours are now happy to begin and complete their IFR training on a modern platform with digital screens and all the features of the large aircraft they will be working on. The academy, which has been operating in France since 2018, currently has 220 students and a fleet of ten (10) P-Mentor, five (5) P2006T twin-engine and four (4) P2010 single-engine four-seaters.

The P-Mentor is a two-seat single engine piston aircraft fully IFR – is compliant with the latest CS-23 EASA & FAA requirements, allowing PBN/RNAV/AFCS capabilities. The modern flight school have today one platform to train students from their first flight up to CPL- IR, including Variable Pitch Propeller, Simulated Retractable Landing Gear and UPRT.

The P-Mentor is designed to offer the best human machine interface resulting in the most effective VFR/IFR training while the generous fuel tank allows Flight Schools to fly all day long without refueling, no interruption is equal to improve operational value. Lowest cost of maintenance, lowest fuel consumption, and the greatest value for money, make this aircraft a unique profit opportunity for any Flight School.

Stephane Larrieu, Mermoz Academy Managing Director said “With this new acquisition, we now have a harmonised Tecnam fleet that allows us to offer modern flight training, from PPL to IR ME. Mermoz Academy owns its own fleet and maintains it internally through its Authorised Tecnam Service Centre. We feel that we have all the “tools” to offer training at the highest level, helping airlines and students to meet their needs.”

Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer said “We are delighted to continue our partnership with Mermoz Academy and to see its growth. The Tecnam fleet is a unique solution on the market, ensuring reliability, cost control, intelligent training and low emissions. Together with Mermoz, we are proud to innovate the flight training paradigm in France.”

About Mermoz Academy

MERMOZ ACADEMY is a reference ATO in Europe since 1957, which operates a modern fleet of airplanes and the biggest Tecnam fleets in Europe. The academy trains 150 students a year on different bases South of France, (Nimes), near Paris (Tours), in the USA and Canada. Instructors are former Air Force pilots and Airliners pilots to offering students the highest industry’s standards training.

About TECNAM; “Quality Aircraft since 1948”

Tecnam is an Italian aircraft manufacturer and one of the world’s leading piston aircraft manufacturers. Founded in 1948 by brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale, the company is headquartered in Capua, Italy, and operates two subsidiaries in Sebring, Florida, USA, and Brisbane, Australia, to serve and support the needs of local Tecnam owners and operators. Tecnam designs and manufactures a wide range of aircraft for personal use, commercial operations, business travel, flight training, surveillance, law enforcement and other specialised applications.

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Global Pilot Training Group Shares Latest Graduate Employment Statistics as of April 2024

United Kingdom headquartered flight training group L3Harris Airline Academy which conducts flight training in the United States and the United Kingdom shared its latest graduate employment statistics, with an average of 25 L3Harris-trained pilots employed every month of 2024 until April.

As of March 31st, 74 L3Harris-trained pilots have secured their dream job in this year. That’s a 20% increase in employment when comparing the same dates in 2022. Students have found employment with some of the most prominent airlines in the continent including:

  • easyJet
  • British Airways
  • Ryanair
  • TUI
  • Wizz Air

Back in October 2023 L3Harris Airline Academy announced that following a recent visit by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), they have once again been rated as ‘exceeding expectations’.

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UK based Flight Training Group Aeros Flight Training Announces 2024 Appointment for Chief Flight Instructor

United Kingdom based modular flight training group Aeros Flight Training is thrilled to announce the promotion of Mike Hoft to the position of Chief Flight Instructor (CFI) for the Aeros Group. Mike has been a cornerstone of the team at the Gloucester academy, where he instructs CPL, MEP, and MEIR courses while serving as the in-house Examiner.

Mike’s contributions to our successful rebuild following COVID-19 have been considerable, and not only limited to physical flying, he has worked closely with Aeros MD Martin Lynch digitising our manuals, training materials and improving our utilisation of Flight logger, he has also collaborated with our Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor (CTKI) Zachary Brown to build and launch our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) which students all acorss the Aeros Group are now benefiting from.” shared Aeros Flight Training.

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Flight Simulator Manufacturer True Course Simulations to Deliver Multiple Training Device to Australian Flight Training Group

United States headquartered True Course Simulations (TCS), a provider of flight training simulation solutions which has previously hinted deployment of devices to Australia, will be delivering two (2) new flight training device to SFC Australia (Sydney Flight College) based on social media activity.

Earlier this month the simulator manufacturer shared the advantages of the incorporation of its devices into training – flight training is a critical phase in the journey of aspiring pilots, and flight schools often encounter various challenges that can hinder their effectiveness. True Course Simulations, a pioneering company specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) flight training, offers innovative solutions to address these challenges, benefiting both students and flight schools alike.

Better Prepared Students
Flight schools want their students to be well-prepared for their flights. True Course Simulations achieves this by providing immersive VR training environments that allow students to practice and refine their skills in a safe and controlled setting. This ensures that students gain essential knowledge and confidence before they ever step into an actual aircraft.

Reduced Training Hours
Flight training can be expensive and time-consuming. True Course Simulations helps students achieve their licenses more efficiently by offering realistic VR scenarios that allow for repeated practice without the limitations of aircraft availability or weather conditions. This can significantly reduce the number of flight hours required for certification.

Shortage of Instructors and High Student Ratios
With VR training, flight schools can alleviate the burden of instructor shortages and high student-to-instructor ratios. Virtual instructors can guide multiple students simultaneously, offering personalized feedback and guidance, thereby improving the learning experience and ensuring more efficient progress.

Weather, Maintenance, and Instructor Availability
Aircraft downtime due to weather, maintenance, or instructor unavailability can disrupt training schedules. True Course Simulations mitigates these issues by offering consistent access to training scenarios regardless of external factors. This continuity ensures that students can maintain a steady learning pace.

Remedial Training
For students who require extra training or remediation, True Course Simulations provides an ideal platform. Students can revisit challenging scenarios, practice emergency procedures, and improve specific skills until they reach proficiency, all within a controlled and supportive VR environment.

Eliminating Gaps Between Flights
The gaps between flights, caused by various factors, can hinder student progress. With VR training, students can continue their learning and skill development during these downtime periods, ensuring that they stay engaged and retain what they’ve learned.

Emergency Training
True Course Simulations allows flight schools to simulate emergencies in a safe and controlled environment. Students can practice responding to critical situations, honing their decision-making skills and improving their ability to handle emergencies during actual flights.

Cost Reduction
The cost of flight training can be a barrier to aspiring pilots. VR training reduces costs associated with fuel, aircraft maintenance, and instructor fees. This can make flight training more affordable and accessible, helping students pursue their dreams of becoming pilots.

Reducing Carbon Emissions
Flight schools are increasingly concerned about environmental impact. By reducing the need for actual flight hours, True Course Simulations helps flight schools contribute to lower carbon emissions, aligning with sustainability goals and mandates.

Assessment and Readiness Insights
True Course Simulations offers flight schools valuable insights into their students’ abilities and readiness. Schools can track progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that only students truly prepared for flight are sent up in the air, maximizing safety and efficiency.

True Course Simulations provides a transformative solution to many of the challenges faced by flight schools. By leveraging virtual reality technology, they enhance training efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety, ultimately helping students achieve their goals and ensuring flight schools can operate more effectively in a rapidly changing aviation landscape.

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Maltese Flight School Upgrades ALSIM Flight Simulator in 2024

Malta based flight training organisation Professional Aviation Training Academy – Malta shared that it is currently upgrading its ALSIM manufactured flight simulator.

Earlier in the year the Academy shared that it was as well upgrading its Tecnam P2002JF aircraft with the latest Garmin G5 PFD and HSI.

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Greek Flight School Global Aviation SA Welcomes 2024 Cadet Group from Airline Partner

Global Aviation SA, one of the largest flight training organisations in Greece based in Athens announced welcomed its 2024 cadet group from airline partner Aegean Airlines.

Global Aviation SA has seen significant growth with it achieving the following milestones in 2023:

  • Selected by Greek airline Aegean Airlines for the latter’s 2023-2025 Cadet Pilot Training Programme and started training the first cadets in April 2023.
  • 145 new student enrolments
  • 101 new graduations
  • Completed construction on its much-anticipated private airport near Athens and HCAA approval is expected in the next few months.

Having its administrative and ground school base in Athens, Greece, and its flying base in the Civil Aviation Airport of Pachi, Megara (LGMG), Global Flight Academy has been training pilots for private and commercial courses, since 1997.

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