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Airport in Kentucky announces accessibility of its flight simulator

The US, Kentucky based London-Corbin Airport’s flight simulator can be utilized by aspiring pilots who want to experience flying before stepping into an actual plane.

“There’s really no supplement for being in the actual plane, but on a day like today, it just helps you build your instrument scan, which is really an invaluable resource for a pilot,” said Carney. “You really got to be on your game, on your toes, whenever you’re in the clouds. You really don’t have any margin for error when you’re up there,” said Joshua Carney, a flight instructor.

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‘The Pilot Survey 2022’ released by Industry Leaders Goose Recruitment and FlightGlobal

UK headquartered Pilot recruitment organization Goose Recruitment released its 3rd annual ‘Pilot Survey’ together with FlightGlobal – the world’s leading aerospace publisher and content provider.

“In our third year of collaborating, GOOSE Recruitment and FlightGlobal have created The Pilot Survey 2022. We have compiled this unique report once again to establish and highlight trends from a pilot’s perspective. We will uncover trends in careers, reward, confidence, stress, and the attractiveness of the profession.

The Pilot Survey 2022 was open for four weeks and closed on the 21st of November 2021. A total of 1,743 pilots took part in the survey.”

We highly recommend reading the 16 page document which can be downloaded here.

Similar to our view of the reduction in the supply training infrastructure of pilots – the publisher of the survey Mark Charman said: “85% of pilots now believe the sector will be facing a shortage of pilots in five years, despite the difficult time it has faced through the pandemic. If this is true, airlines will need to be acting now.”

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Air Force Association (AFA) opens 2022 scholarship application

AFA offers the following scholarships:

PENTAGON FEDERAL CREDIT UNION PILOT TRAINING SCHOLARSHIP

Sponsored by Pentagon Federal Credit Union, this scholarship is available to AFA members to pursue pilot training towards a private pilot’s license. The award will be for a maximum of $10,000 and applicable to aircraft rental and instructor fees at a training facility of the recipient’s choice.

DESTIN FLIGHT WORKS PILOT TRAINING SCHOLARSHIP

Funded by Vertol Systems Company, Inc., this program provides one AFA member per year up to $10,000 toward pilot training courses, instructor fees, and aircraft rental, leading to a private pilot’s license at the Destin Flight Works school in Destin, Fla.

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US Aviation College signs historic partnership with Labor Union

Officials from Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will provide aviation education and training for members of the union and their families along with Teamsters scholarships for those who are eligible.

“This is an important partnership where we have the opportunity to change the lives of so many people,” said Rob Polston, Chief Executive Officer at Spartan College. “Both of our organizations enjoy a rich history serving industry. Spartan’s approach to career-oriented aviation training stands on pillars of technology, safety, and practicality which aligns closely with Teamsters’ education welfare mission. Furthermore, we are excited to co-develop training products for Teamsters that anticipate the future needs of the aviation industry.”

“This signed agreement enshrines a collaboration that is critical to meeting the needs of the airline industry,” said James P. Hoffa, Teamsters General President. “Spartan College is a well-recognized educational institution in the field of aviation that continues to invest in their student experience and innovative programs. I’m excited the Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology is offering incredible educational opportunities to Teamsters and their families.”

The power of this partnership comes from the ability to scale. Since 1903 the Teamsters Union has grown to represent over 1.4 million workers in a wide variety of industries, and its Airline Division has over 90,000 members across trades such as aircraft maintenance, piloting, customer service and more. Established in 1928, Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology has trained over 100,000 pilots and technicians. Prior to this relationship, some Spartan graduates have gone on to become Teamsters members. This collaboration facilitates a path for future aviation professionals.

About Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology

Spartan’s campuses are located in the following areas: Tulsa, OK; Los Angeles, CA; Inland Empire, CA; and Denver, CO. Spartan students have come from across the United States and over 40 countries. Spartan offers programs in the areas of Aviation Flight, Aviation Maintenance Technology (Airframe & Powerplant), Aviation Electronics Technology, Nondestructive Testing Technology, and Quality Control Management, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Management. (Programs vary by location). Tulsa and Broomfield locations are separately accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).

Both California locations are accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE). Riverside is a branch of the Inglewood Campus. Spartan Education Group, LLC, is the parent company of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology.

About The International Brotherhood of Teamsters

Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.4 million hardworking men and women throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Visit www.teamster.org for more information.

Source: Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology Press Release

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Pilot shortage causes United Airlines to reduce more flights

Service has been cut to 20 cities said United Airlines Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Nocella during the airline’s fourth-quarter 2021 earnings call on 20 January.

United Airlines’s internal flight school took over the facilities of Lufthansa Aviation Training US at the end of 2021 and is currently ramping up training.

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University of Waterloo launches sustainable flight school competition for students

The University of Waterloo is launching a student competition that seeks net-zero energy and carbon-neutral performance designs for a sustainable flight school of the future.

Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics (WISA) is partnering with the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC), Alsim Flight Training Solutions, and the Region of Waterloo International Airport to host the competition.

The competition kicked off on January 17, 2022, with the winners set to receive $8,500 in total prize money.

“There has been an international shortage of pilots, with Boeing projecting 612,000 new pilots will be needed between 2021 and 2040,” said Suzanne Kearns, director of WISA. “Flight training is an expensive endeavour for students and contributes to carbon and noise emissions.”

“Using innovative technologies such as electric aircraft, flight simulators, and virtual reality, it is feasible to reduce training costs and environmental impacts while simultaneously improving learning effectiveness,” Kearns said.

Student teams will prepare designs for the flight school buildings as well as operational considerations to optimize economic, social, and environmental sustainability, which will be reviewed by a team of judges made up of industry experts.

“The competition promises to spark a holistic rethinking of the aviation training sector as hubs for green innovation,” said Bob Connors, general manager of WWFC. “We are seeking inspirational ideas, exciting designs, and new directions towards a more sustainable future for the air transport training sector.”

There will be opportunities for the student teams to engage with the panel of experts and ask questions about their designs. The judges will choose the top three designs on May 27, 2022, while the final student presentations and winners’ announcements will be at the WISA Annual General Meeting on June 24, 2022.

About the Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics 

The Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics (WISA) mission is to be the world’s leading hub for sustainable aeronautics research, technology, and education. Designed to be different, WISA mobilizes the interdisciplinary research capacity of all six faculties at the University of Waterloo to drive meaningful and lasting change within the aviation and aerospace industries. Find out more at uwaterloo.ca.

About the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre

Founded in 1932 at Lexington field in North Waterloo, the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC) is deeply rooted in the Waterloo region. WWFC is proud to offer a state-of-the-art facility, partner with two prestigious post-secondary institutions, offer industry-recognized training to individuals seeking a career in aviation and still strongly support the general aviator. WWFC’s Vision is to be the most respected flight school in Canada, providing excellence in training, equipment and facilities creating the highest degree of customer satisfaction and success.

Source: University of Waterloo Press Release

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