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Serbia Based Aviation Academy Belgrade Names New Acting Director in 2025

Belgrade, Serbia – The Aviation Academy Belgrade has appointed Srdjan Čokorilo, currently serving as Assistant Director, as its Acting Director, marking a significant leadership transition at Serbia’s premier aviation training institution. Learn more about Aviation Academy Belgrade or Mr. Čokorilo by connecting with him through his LinkedIn profile here.

About Aviation Academy Belgrade
Aviation Academy is an educational institution located in Serbia that offers high-quality education and training in the field of aviation. The institution has a long history, with its roots dating back to 1922. In 2010, the education of personnel for professional military NCO service in units of Air Force and Serbian Army Air Defense was reestablished, and in 2021, the Aviation Academy in Vršac merged with the Aviation Academy in Belgrade, becoming an integral part of the Serbian educational system.

The Aviation Academy Training Centre in Belgrade is comprised of a Secondary School, College, Pilot Training Centre (SRB/ATO-006, in the process of), Maintenance Training Organization (EASA.147.0041), and Ground Handling Training Organization. Additionally, the institution has an English language proficiency assessment body and an aircraft maintenance organization (EASA.145.0298). Over the years, it has grown and expanded its programs to include various fields related to aviation. These programs enable the graduates to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully complete all aviation-related tasks and obtain licenses in compliance with EASA regulations. The programs include Air traffic, which prepares students to obtain ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) and ATCO (Air Traffic Control) Licenses. Aeronautical engineering provides the necessary knowledge and skills to complete all aviation-engineering-related tasks and obtain licenses B1.1, B1.2, B1.3, B1.4 and B2 in compliance with EASA.

The Pilot Training Organization School is located at the international airport Vršac with a separate ATC unit, and its fleet includes 8 Cessnas C172 (glass cockpit with G1000), 7 Cessnas C172, 1 Diamond DA42, and 1 FNPT II MCC Alsim (Generic multi-engine piston and jet), all of which are EASA certified.

Aviation Academy offers various courses approved by the EASA, including PPL(A)(H), ATPL (A)(H), CPL(A)(H), Instrument Rating (Single engine course/multi-engine course), Instrument Rating course, Flight Instructor course, class rating (SEP/MEP), Night Rating Course, Instrument Rating Instructor Course, and Multi-Crew Co-operation Course.

Source: Srdjan Čokorilo (Aviation Academy Belgrade)

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Philippine Airlines Opens 2025 Applications for Philippine Airlines Aviation School

Philippines – Philippine Airlines Aviation School, in partnership with global flight training group Airways Aviation, has opened applications for its 2025 ab-initio pilot training program.

    • Program: 18-month self-funded ab-initio pilot training course.

    • Training structure:

      • Ab-initio training at Airways Aviation’s Gold Coast, Australia campus.

      • Advanced training at PAL Aviation Training Center (PATC), Manila, including A320 narrowbody type rating.

      • Widebody procedural training at partner simulator hubs in Clark, Haneda, Singapore, Vietnam, and Thailand.

    • Training devices and aircraft:

      • Alsim AL250 fixed-base simulator.

      • Cessna C172R and C172S aircraft.

    • License: CASA Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating (Australia), convertible to Philippine license.

    • Employment: Program is self-sponsored; no guaranteed employment, though graduates may be interviewed depending on airline needs and job availability.

    • Eligibility: Open to external candidates and active PAL/PAL Express employees.

Source: Philippine Airlines

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National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) Summit Packs a Schedule Full of Top Training Industry Talents for 2025

USA — The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) Summit 2025 will bring together training experts and industry professionals from around the country, with a packed schedule full of compelling seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities. NAFI announced its complete list of speakers this week.

The NAFI Summit will take place at the MAPS Air Museum in Akron-Canton, Ohio, from September 21-23.

According to NAFI President Paul Preidecker, the program features presentations by industry leaders focusing on four themes: leveraging technology, supporting pilot health and well-being, enhancing industry and government relations, and integrating tips, techniques, and best practices. Preidecker said, “We are excited to bring this program of more than 30 presentations to AkronCanton. Attendees will gain valuable insights and information, see products and services from the exhibitors, and network with friends and colleagues.”

After afternoon registration and an opening reception in the evening on September 21, NAFI Summit attendees can look forward to two full days packed with educational sessions and panels, running from 8 am to 5 pm at the museum, located at the Akron-Canton Airport (KCAK). As a highlight, NAFI confirmed that Lee Collins, President of the National Flight Training Alliance will deliver the keynote address, and Dr. Susan Northrup, FAA Federal Air Surgeon, will be the featured dinner speaker.

Exhibitors covering a wide range of training-related products and services will have their displays open to attendees throughout the Summit.

For more information, please visit: nafisummit.org.

NAFI Summit Speakers Schedule

The planned schedule as of press time included the following speakers and presentation topics, subject to final updates.

  • Keynote Address: The Value of Advocacy Groups in Flight Training
    • Lee Collins
  • FAA Update
    • Everette Rochon
  • Panel: DPEs Discuss Current Trends
    • Moderator: Paul Preidecker
  • Panel: Pilot Health and Wellness
    • Moderator: Dr. Victor Vogel
  • Teaching Smarter: Using Autopilots as a Teaching Tool
    • Gary Reeves
  • Straight Talk about Aviation Safety
    • John and Martha King
  • Elevating Safety Through Professionalism
    • Michael Emmerich
  • Things That New Instructors Aren’t Taught
    • Rick Miller
  • Using AI in Flight Training
    • Ned Parks
  • NextGen CFI: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Modern Flight Instruction
    • Dr. Piotr Dlugiewicz
  • MOSAIC Is Here: What Instructors and Pilots Need to Know
    • Samantha Bowyer
  • Health and Fitness While Instructing
    • Tony Reed
  • The First Few Hours of Flight Training
    • Susan Tholen
  • Why Student Pilots Quit: A Data-Driven Look at Flight Training Attrition
    • Greg Reverdiau
  • Teaching Engine Failure on Takeoff
    • Brian Schiff
  • Slips v. Skids
    • Carolina Anderson
  • Training Documentation Hiccups That Stop the Checkride Before It Happens
    • Jason Blair
  • Memory Fails: Checklists Don’t Gary Reeves Beyond the ACS: Training for Real-World Safety
    • Mary Kuehn
  • Death By Deadline
    • Diane Earhart & Gary Streeter
  • Panel: Incorporating Angle-of-Attack Indicators
    • Moderator Karen Kalishek
  • From Rote to Ready: Using AI to Help Create and Deploy Scenarios for Flight Training
    • John Boos
  • Using Artificial Intelligence Tools in Flight Training
    • Lex Crosset
  • Analyzing Departure Briefing Utilization in General Aviation
    • Collin McDonald
  • Transition Training: Best Practices for High-Performance & Technically Advanced Aircraft
    • Matt Speare
  • Positive Transfer of Controls—to the Autopilot?!
    • Barbara Filkens
  • Ramp Inspections—What It Means to You
    • Michael Floriani
  • Enabling CFIs to Teach Risk Evaluation and Exercising Judgment
    • Dr. Victor Vogel
  • Resilient Instruction: Stress, Mental Fitness, & Wellness Strategies for CFIs and Students
    • Dr. Robert J. Zeglin
  • Instructing with the OODA Loop for Practical Correlation & Certification Standards
    • Richard Cox
  • Maximizing the Power of Simulators: A Mindset Shift for General Aviation Instructors
    • Todd O’Brian
  • Get Out of Jail Free? The History & Power Behind NASA Reports: Make CFIs Better & Safer
    • Jeffrey Madison
  • From Cockpit to Courtroom: The CFI’s Guide to FAA Enforcement and the NTSB
    • J. Lorenzon & Judge Stuart Couch

About NAFI
The National Association of Flight Instructors serves flight instructors and training providers, prospective pilots, and the greater aviation industry by providing resources to all flight educators. With a 55-plus year commitment to raising and maintaining the professional standing of instructors in the aviation community, NAFI elevates its members, led by its Code of Ethics. NAFI is the largest association dedicated exclusively to flight instruction, with a membership of more than 8,000 training professionals, which it serves through a bimonthly magazine, weekly newsletters, and MentorLIVE streamed events, More Right Rudder podcast, and an annual NAFI Summit.

Source: NAFI

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer, Textron Aviation, Leads Funding for WSU Tech Aviation Training Expansion in USA

USA – Driven by its ongoing commitment to train the next generation of the aviation workforce, Textron Aviation is investing in the expansion of WSU Tech’s aviation training programs as the lead contributor to a new facility at the National Center for Aviation Training (NCAT) campus in Wichita, Kansas.

The NCAT expansion project will add approximately 85,500 square feet of instructional space and is designed to serve an additional 1,450 students and trainees within its first three years. The facility will feature key training areas including emerging aviation training centers, advanced manufacturing training centers, a professional pilot training center and hangar, and a high school Aviation Maintenance Technology Academy. It will also serve as a hub for industry partners to train and upskill their existing workforce, supporting employer readiness across the country. Construction is scheduled to begin this month, with the new facilities expected to be operational and welcoming students by January 2027.

In recognition of Textron Aviation’s support, WSU Tech will name its new training hangar the Cessna + Beechcraft by Textron Aviation Hangar.

“Textron Aviation’s gift underscores its ongoing commitment to developing a highly skilled workforce and supporting the long-term growth of the aviation industry,” said Ron Draper, president and CEO, Textron Aviation. “WSU Tech graduates are an essential part of our talent pipeline, and this expansion ensures more students are prepared to join us in designing and delivering the best aviation experience for our customers.”

“As a launchpad for the next generation of industry leaders, this expansion is an investment in our future,” said Maggie Topping, senior vice president, Human Resources & Communications. “Textron Aviation is honored to support an initiative that cultivates talent through high-quality training and encourages students to achieve their dreams.”

“This gift from Textron Aviation reflects a shared vision to grow and sustain Wichita’s position as a global leader in aviation,” said Dr. Sheree Utash, president, WSU Tech. “Together, we are investing in the next generation of technical talent and strengthening the workforce pipeline that powers our region’s economy.”

Through this gift, Textron Aviation reaffirms its dedication to equipping the next generation of professionals in aviation and manufacturing with world-class training and development opportunities.

Source: Textron Aviation

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National Flight Training Association Celebrates Passage of “One Big Beautiful Bill” Expanding 529 Plan to Cover Flight Training Costs

USA – The National Flight Training Association (NFTA) has announced the signing into law of Section 70414, an amendment expanding 529 college savings plan eligibility to include postsecondary credentialing expenses, such as professional flight training. Championed by Congressman Mike Collins and supported by NFTA, the measure marks a significant step toward reducing financial barriers for aspiring pilots and aviation professionals.

  • Section 70414 broadens 529 plan coverage to include industry-recognised credentials and certifications in approved occupational or professional fields, even if they do not form part of a degree programme.

  • The change applies immediately to all qualifying distributions made after the law’s enactment, with no phase-in period.

  • Students and parents can now use 529 funds for a wider range of aviation and aerospace training pathways, supporting workforce development and career readiness in line with modern labour market demands.

  • “From the outset and across the country we have had requests from flight schools on behalf of students and their parents to make this a reality. We now have another tool to help navigate the problem of the continuing expense of professional flight training,” said Lee Collins, CEO of NFTA.

  • NFTA states that accredited flight training programmes offered by eligible institutions now qualify for 529 funding, facilitating investment in critical skills such as pilot training, aircraft maintenance, and other aerospace professions.

About the National Flight Training Association (NFTA)
The National Flight Training Association represents flight training institutions across the United States, advocating for policy, regulatory, and industry changes that improve access, affordability, and career outcomes for aspiring pilots. NFTA collaborates with legislators, regulators, and industry partners to modernise training standards, promote safety, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the U.S. flight training sector.

Source: NFTA
Photo Credit: NFTA

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