Greek Flight School Announces Acquisition and Development of its own General Aviation Airport

“We are happy to announce that Egnatia Aviation acquired and is developing its own General Aviation airport, very close to Kavala town in Greece. The new airport will house the Egnatia Airline Pilot Training Academy, aircraft hangar, maintenance and CAMO services for all light aircraft and other airport services. Student accommodation and other facilities are also planned for development on site,” said Egnatia Aviation through press release.

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Gozen Digital Aviation to Acquire Boeing’s Jeppesen Operator Product Line

Gözen Digital Aviation (GDA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Gözen Holding and owner and operator of popular simulator training center management software SIMORG, announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Boeing’s Jeppesen Operator/OpsManager product line. This acquisition reflects GDA’s ongoing strategy to accelerate growth in digital aviation activities, drive enhanced operating efficiencies and provide end-to-end service along with Gozen’s existing activities in the aviation ecosystem since 1979.

Operator is a web-based flight scheduling system that consolidates all operational support systems into one seamless solution to meet the unique requirements of ad-hoc operations such as business, charter and corporate aviation. The product line will become a valuable addition to GDA’s portfolio to provide end-to-end digital solutions in aviation operations while continuing its operational excellence. GDA has plans to further develop Operator on the basis of tailor-made solutions and experience as a service approach. With an outstanding focus on customer success, an aviation oriented and dedicated team has been assigned to provide support on a 24/7 basis.

Devran Gözen, Chairman of GDA states; “Gözen Digital Aviation is taking a step forward through its vision of leading the industry in digital solutions. We aim to transform the aviation background of Gözen Holding into a seemless digital experience. With this new addition to our product portfolio, we’re expanding our service network to 5 continents and becoming a global player. We are proud to grow with a team of experienced, aviation oriented and dynamic associates.”

“By means of this new acquisition, both companies concur in expanding joint capabilities in serving a niche market. We concentrate all our efforts and knowledge to unlock new horizons to the future of Operator. We will make sure the product line remains on the competitive vanguard and meticulously creates added value for its users.” said Şevket Numanoğlu, CEO of GDA.

“We know Operator and OpsManager are in good hands with Gözen Digital Aviation,” said Brett Burgess, Chief Product Officer for Digital Aviation Solutions at Boeing Global Services. “Both of our companies have a proud history of serving the business and general aviation market, and we look forward to working together on a seamless transition for customers.”

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Flight Schedule Pro Announces First Acquisition Following Growth Capital Funding

Flight Schedule Pro Acquires Coradine, Developer of the LogTen Electronic Pilot Logbook

Flight Schedule Pro, a leading provider of cloud-based business management software for flight schools, universities, flying clubs, and other aviation constituents, today announced it has acquired Coradine, the developer of LogTen, a world-leading advanced electronic pilot logbook platform.

“We’re excited to welcome the Coradine team and product to our growing flight training technology platform,” said Jasen Barnes, Co-Founder and CEO of Flight Schedule Pro. “Together, we now support the largest global network of flight schools, professional pilots, and students in flight training. We’re in a unique and exciting position to service the growing need for pilots internationally.”

Established in 2003, Coradine transformed pilot operations with the introduction of LogTen that helps pilots save time, fly safely, and comply with FAA regulations. With its rapid flight logging capabilities, detailed flight-time analysis tools, and advanced currency, rest and limits tracking, LogTen pilot log helps over 80,000 pilots worldwide and currently records more than 1 million flights per month. In addition to serving pilots directly, Coradine has partnerships with several flight schools, airlines and other pilot organizations.

The Coradine LogTen product will continue to be available to pilots standalone and will also be seamlessly integrated into the Flight Schedule Pro platform, where a digital logbook is one of the most heavily requested products from pilots using Flight Schedule Pro.

“Coradine is thrilled to be joining Flight Schedule Pro,” said Noah Lieberman, Founder and CEO of Coradine. “Our services are extremely complementary, and we believe this is a huge leap forward in achieving our mission of creating technology that accelerates the future of aviation.”

The acquisition comes at a time of accelerated growth and innovation for Flight Schedule Pro. “We are investing more in our product and customer experience than ever before,” shared Nick Wegner, Co-Founder and CTO of Flight Schedule Pro. “The addition of Coradine to our product suite allows us to provide even better support for pilots from when they enter flight school throughout the rest of their careers. We couldn’t be more excited to increase our investments in supporting pilots and building products to help address the pilot shortage in our industry.”

The acquisition retains all of Coradine’s team, with Lieberman becoming President and Strategic Advisor of Coradine.

About Flight Schedule Pro
Flight Schedule Pro is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider in the aviation industry, serving 1,000+ operators and booking over 10,000 flights per day. Established career pilot training centers, universities, and colleges across the country use Flight Schedule Pro to help them streamline operations, grow their businesses, and introduce more people to the world of flying. The platform offers flight scheduling, Part 141 & Part 61 training, online billing and payments, and aircraft maintenance operations management capabilities.

About Coradine
Coradine transformed pilot operations with the introduction of the world’s first pilot logbook for Mac in 2004, iOS in 2007, and most recently on Apple Watch. Today, Coradine leads the world in professional logbook software, helping make pilots’ lives easier and safer, while reducing paper use and the environmental impact of aviation around the globe. Coradine is committed to creating technology to accelerate the future of aviation, and to do our part in helping create a sustainable future.

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Well Known Large Flight School in Europe Acquired

AAP Aviation is to become the biggest owner of the Pilot Flight Academy (PFA) in Sandefjord, Norway after a group of industrial and financial players have now joined forces to continue one of Europe’s largest and most modern flight schools.

In addition to AAP Aviation, Widerøe is taking a 10 per cent stake in the academy. Viewed overall, this creates a stronger affiliation with the industry and attractive future prospects for students.

“New pilots are much sought-after, and demand will increase further in coming years,” says CEO Espen Høiby at AAP Aviation, who will now be taking over as chair of the PFA.

“The Sandefjord academy has a good reputation, with able instructors, first-class facilities and modern aircraft and simulators. Everything is in place to play a leading role as the market returns.”

Like the rest of the aviation industry, the PFA has been through some demanding years as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. It has therefore been difficult to utilise its full capacity and the business has run at a loss in recent years. Its equity is consumed, and the students have been concerned about completing their education.

“The PFA’s financial problems have naturally created uncertainty for all 350 of us, who’ve invested both money and time in realising our dream of a future as pilots,” says Robin Aasbjørg, chair of the students’ union at the school.

“We’re incredibly relieved and grateful that new owners are now stepping up to save the PFA. That means we can complete our courses, and that the modern educational programme with its high level of expertise which we’ve had access to is secured for future students.”

In big markets such as the USA, air traffic is now beginning to return to pre-pandemic levels. But aircraft are grounded in America because of pilot shortages, and more countries are eventually expected to experience the same.

Several factors underlie the shortage. First, the average age of pilots internationally is high, and many have retired over the past couple of years. More will follow in the time to come. Second, a number of pilots have opted to switch to flying cargo or private planes.

Four years ago, commercial aviation was expected to double over the next 15 years and an estimated 620 000 new pilots would therefore be needed by 2035. Eighty per cent remain to be trained.

“Although Covid 19 means it will now take rather longer to reach this estimate, the demand for pilots will undoubtedly be substantial,” says Høiby. “We want to help meet a small share of this need by offering a top education to talented people seeking a future in international aviation. Through AAP Aviation, we can offer students an attractive career path.”

The main PFA base is associated with Sandefjord Airport Torp, where a centre has been constructed with first-class teaching facilities and student accommodation. A unit was also established at Notodden in 2018.

To concentrate resources and take care of quality and cost-efficiency, the new owners have decided to close the Notodden branch and focus attention on further developing the PFA’s strong position on the basis of its Sandefjord facility.

Internationally, the school is now represented in America through a partnership agreement with the US Aviation Academy at Denton, Texas. Various options for further international expansion on the basis of an anticipated consolidation in pilot academies are also under consideration.

“Norway needs the educational provision which the PFA represents,” says CEO Stein Nilsen at Widerøe. “By taking an equity stake, we’ll help to continue this provision, increase affiliation with the industry and secure access to new qualified pilots.”

The PFA can accommodate 350 students. Of roughly 80 employees, 60 are highly qualified instructors. Sixteen modern aircraft, both single- and twin-engine, are used in training along with six simulators.

“I’m pleased the owner position has now been clarified, and that the new owners understand our industry,” says CEO Colin Rydon at the PFA. “That’s reassuring both for our students and for those of us who work here.

“We will preserve and further develop our position as one of Europe’s leading pilot schools. At the same time, we’ll carefully assess the opportunities offered for further international growth on the basis of clear requirements for quality and profitability.”

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