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US Flight Training Group Expands Airline Cadet Academy with New Flight Training Base in North Carolina in 2025
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Swiss Flight Training Group AELO Swiss Academy Welcomes 18 New Students in July 2025
Switzerland – AELO Swiss Academy has officially welcomed its July class of 18 aspiring airline pilots
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AELO emphasizes quality over scale, maintaining sustainable student-to-instructor ratios to avoid training delays—factors that distinguish its training model in the European market.
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AELO’s graduates enjoy exceptional employment outcomes—96 percent secure airline pilot positions within six months of graduation.
- The academy earlier this month announced that it had purchased nine new aircraft, including four Diamond DA40s and five brand-new Tecnam P2008s, all scheduled for delivery in the final quarter of 2025.
About AELO Swiss Academy
AELO Swiss Academy, formerly AeroLocarno and based at Locarno Airport with a satellite facility in Lugano, is a premier high-performance aviation academy in Switzerland. Established in 1985, it delivers integrated EASA ATPL and SkyAlps MPL programs through a modern fleet and experienced instructor team.
Source: AELO Swiss Academy
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Turkish Airline Owned Flight Academy Expands Fleet with 7 New Training Aircraft in August 2025
Türkiye – Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), the ab initio pilot training arm of Turkish Airlines, has expanded its 2025 fleet with the induction of seven new aircraft in August 2025.
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TAFA currently operates over 60 aircraft, with 7 new Cessna 172 aircraft delivered in August 2025.
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The academy conducts flight training at six different airports across Türkiye.
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The training center employs over 100 flight instructors and more than 200 total aviation professionals.
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Nearly 500 cadet pilots are currently enrolled in training.
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The academy plans to expand its training fleet to 107 aircraft by Q1 2027
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TAFA has trained and graduated over 900 pilots in the past five years, with 220,000 total flight hours logged as of December 2024.
Source: Turkish Airlines Flight Academy
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Flight School Management Software Flight Schedule Pro Highlights Growth Enabler at Utah’s FLT Academy
Utah, USA – FLT Academy, one of Utah’s largest flight training organisations, has streamlined its operations across multiple campuses through the adoption of Flight Schedule Pro (FSP), an integrated flight training management system.
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FLT Academy manages over 300 students, 60 aircraft, and 65 instructors, and has leveraged Flight Schedule Pro as a central platform for scheduling, dispatch, training, and maintenance.
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From Spreadsheets to Centralized Operations: Previously reliant on spreadsheets, phone calls, and paper logs, FLT Academy transitioned to a unified digital platform. FSP was phased in starting with scheduling and dispatch, later expanding to maintenance, student progress tracking, billing, and financing.
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Financing Integration: FSP’s industry-first student financing feature was cited as a key advantage, allowing training progression to be directly tied to financing milestones and improving student onboarding efficiency.
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Operational Efficiency: Real-time scheduling tools enable dispatch to coordinate instructors and aircraft dynamically, minimizing downtime due to weather or maintenance delays.
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Maintenance Visibility: Integration of real-time aircraft readiness into scheduling reduces cancellations and ensures peak training demand is met.
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Improved Communication: Auto-updates for instructors and students eliminate manual calls and emails, ensuring instant alignment across scheduling, dispatch, and training.
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Data-Driven Growth: FSP’s reporting tools support strategic planning for fleet expansion, instructor utilization, and regulatory compliance.
Statements
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Jason Clark, CEO & Founder, FLT Academy: “Flight Schedule Pro has centralized everything we need to run efficiently and scale fast.”
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“During a peak training season, Flight Schedule Pro helped us manage 60 aircraft and 65 instructors without missed checkrides. Real-time adjustments kept students on track, even when conditions changed minute to minute.”
About Flight Schedule Pro
Flight Schedule Pro is a leading aviation management platform used by flight schools, universities, and training organizations to streamline operations. The system integrates scheduling, training records, aircraft maintenance, and student financing, providing an all-in-one operating system for scalable aviation training operations.
Source: Flight Schedule Pro
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Global Pilot Training Solution Provider Expands France Based Training Fleet with Newly Delivered Diamond DA40s in 2025
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Turkish Airline Owned Flight Academy Welcomes New CEO Fatih Ünalan Amid Growth Phase
Türkiye – Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), the ab initio pilot training arm of Turkish Airlines, has officially welcomed Fatih Ünalan as its new CEO.
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Fatih ÜNALAN officially assumed his role as CEO and expressed gratitude to Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of Turkish Airlines Inc., and Capt. Mehmet KADAİFÇİLER, Chairman of the Board of TAFA and Deputy General Manager (Flight Operations) at Turkish Airlines, for their trust and support.
- He extended his thanks to former CEO Assoc. Prof. Dr. İbrahim Zeki Akyurt for his contributions during his tenure, acknowledging his role in advancing the academy’s capabilities.
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The leadership transition comes at a time of continued growth for TAFA, which has been expanding its training fleet and capacity to support Turkish Airlines’ long-term pilot requirements.
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TAFA currently operates over 60 aircraft, with 7 new aircraft delivered in August 2025.
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The academy conducts flight training at six different airports across Türkiye.
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The training center employs over 100 flight instructors and more than 200 total aviation professionals.
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Nearly 500 cadet pilots are currently enrolled in training.
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The academy plans to expand its training fleet to 107 aircraft by Q1 2027
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TAFA has trained and graduated over 900 pilots in the past five years, with 220,000 total flight hours logged as of December 2024.
Statement:
- “I am excited to share that I have officially started my new role as CEO at Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA). I am truly honored by the trust placed in me, and I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Prof. Dr. Ahmet BOLAT, Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee at Turkish Airlines Inc., and Capt. Mehmet KADAİFÇİLER, Chairman of the Board at TAFA and CFOO at Turkish Airlines Inc. and all my managers for their confidence and support. I am fully committed to doing my utmost to live up to this trust and to contribute to TAFA’s continued growth and success. Additionally, I would like to express a special thanks to former CEO Assoc. Prof. İbrahim Zeki AKYURT for his valuable contributions during his tenure.” stated Fatih Ünalan.
Source: Turkish Airlines Flight Academy
