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Florida, US-based Flight School Hosts US Airline Pilot Recruiters in May 2024
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Global Pilot Training Group Renews Multi-Year Agreement with Latitude Aviation English Services in 2024
Global pilot training group, CAE, renewed its five-year agreement with aviation english language training and assessment provider Latitude Aviation English Services (Latitude). Latitude will continue to supply aviation english language assessment and training services for pilot cadets at CAE. In order to support CAE’s global airline pilot training programmes, Latitude provides Checkpoint, a computer-based language assessment for student selection and admissions, and Foundation e-learning and online instructor-led training programmes designed specifically to prepare international students for primary flight training delivered in English.
Source: Latitude Aviation English Services
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US Airline Announces 2024 Senior Manager Appointment for Pathway Program
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Flight School Management Software, Flight Schedule Pro, CEO Visits Partner Flight School in Florida
United States of America headquartered Flight Schedule Pro, an industry-leading flight operations software for flight schools, career pilot training centers, universities, and other flying organizations, CEO, Nick Wegner, visited Florida flight school Paris Air which it has been a customer of the platform. “For the past 7 years, we’ve been honored to help them train pilots from all over the world. With a fleet of over 50 aircraft, Paris Aviation is dedicated to training the next generation of pilots. We’re proud to continue our partnership with them and look forward to helping them grow into the future!” shared Nick Wegner.
Flight Schedule Pro shared earlier this year that 43% of AOPA’s 2024 Flight Training Experience Award winners are clients utilizing the Flight Schedule Pro solution. As AOPA marks its twelfth year of recognizing top-flight training operators in the US, Flight Schedule Pro congratulates its valued clients who have earned this recognition.
Nick Wegner, CEO of Flight Schedule Pro, expressed his excitement for the award winners stating, “We’re thrilled to celebrate the leading flight schools in our industry. We take pride in helping our partners deliver unparalleled experiences and contribute to the growth of the global pilot community. We remain dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation, ensuring our all-in-one solution continues to meet and exceed the evolving needs of the flight training industry. We’re honored that so many of the award winners have chosen to partner with us and look forward to an incredible year as we and our customers experience unprecedented growth.”
Flight Schedule Pro facilitated more than 517,000 flight reservations in January 2024, with more than 1,100 operators benefiting from its all-in-one solution. The comprehensive solution helps flight training operations effectively grow their business with functionality that increases aircraft utilization, keeps students on track to graduate, and streamlines decisions with data insights. The impact of its cutting-edge technology is highlighted by testimonials from AOPA award-winning schools that are also Flight Schedule Pro clients.
Source: Nick Wegner (Flight Schedule Pro)
Photo Credit: Nick Wegner
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L3Harris Flight Academy Extends Pilot Training Agreement With Korea Aerospace University in May 2024
On Wednesday May 1, 2024, L3Harris Flight Academy welcomed Korea Aerospace University (KAU) to its Florida campus to celebrate the extension of the pilot training agreement between the two organizations.
The agreement builds on the long-term training partnership between L3Harris and KAU which began in 2018. Working alongside the university, L3Harris tailors its training program to meet the requirements of KAU to ensure a pipeline of highly skilled pilots for the South Korean aviation industry.
“This agreement shows the confidence KAU has in the quality of L3Harris’ training capabilities,” said David Cox, Director, Airline Academy, L3Harris. “We have a proven track record when it comes to training highly competent airline pilots and welcome the opportunity to build on the current relationship with one of South Korea’s foremost aviation institutions.”
For the first intake of KAU students for 2024, selection will start from May in Korea, with students then arriving in Sanford to start their flight training journey. Further classes are expected throughout the year.
“The aviation industry in South Korea has recovered to pre-COVID levels, and it is expected that demand for pilots will significantly increase in the near future. Korea Aerospace University (KAU) has been playing a pivotal role in training pilots in South Korea since 1952 and will continue to do so to meet future industry demand,” said Dr. Hee-Young Hurr, President of Korea Aerospace University.
“In this regard we have extended our partnership with L3Harris, one of the world’s leading pilot training providers. L3Harris offers our students the latest aircraft and state-of-the-art simulators and also provide an advanced flight training curriculum, safety management and quality management capabilities. This partnership dates back to 2018 and its continuation means KAU will continue to be at the forefront of South Korea’s aviation industry, known as an educational institution that trains highly-skilled pilots.”
Source: L3Harris Commercial Aviation
Photo Credit: L3Harris Commercial Aviation
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Flight Training Management Software Provider, FlightLogger, Utilised by Over 100,000
FlightLogger, a leader in flight training management software, is thrilled to announce a major milestone in its journey of empowering the aviation and pilot training community. Over the past thirteen years, FlightLogger has become the trusted choice for flight training organizations worldwide, welcoming over a hundred thousand users to its platform.
At the beginning of 2024 FlightLogger announced a series of significant milestones achieved in the year 2023, marking a year of substantial growth and innovation.
Global expansion and clientele success
In 2023, FlightLogger proudly surpassed its client acquisition goal, reaching 182 clients worldwide, exceeding the initial target of 180. This expansion has not only solidified their global presence but also diversified their client base across 45 countries on six continents.
Among those who have joined FlightLogger, the company is proud to highlight new collaborations with some of the most prestigious flight training organizations: Sevenair Academy and Airways Aviation in Europe, RMIT University in Australia – the second largest university in the country, and Utah State University in the United States. Together with the many other training organizations who joined FlightLogger in 2023, these partnerships underscore the company’s commitment to delivering top-tier SaaS solutions to the world’s leading aviation training providers.
Internal Team Expansion and Specialized Roles
2023 has been a transformative year for FlightLogger, characterized by strategic internal growth. A significant development was the addition of a Product Manager to their team, a critical step in enhancing the development of their SaaS product. Additionally, FlightLogger expanded their development and client success teams, a move crucial for supporting their growing client base and maintaining their excellence in service and support.
In response to their expanding client base, FlightLogger has increased their development and client success teams. This enhancement not only supports their growth trajectory but also ensures that FlightLogger maintains their high standards of client service and support. This commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in their Capterra reviews, where the company boast an average overall rating of 4.6 out of 5, with an exceptional 4.85 in customer service. This feedback underlines their dedication to providing exceptional service and a user-friendly experience.
Innovative integrations for enhanced operations
Last year, FlightLogger intensified their focus on integrations as a strategic component of their growth plan. FlightLogger successfully integrated with several key platforms to provide comprehensive and streamlined solutions to their clients:
- Aeroplanned: For advanced long-term planning capabilities, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Wingops and SAM: These integrations offer robust aircraft maintenance management, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Quickbooks: Integration with Quickbooks facilitates streamlined and efficient billing processes, simplifying financial management for their clients.
These integrations represent FlightLogger’s commitment to providing a holistic and efficient operational experience for flight training organizations.
Impressive usage statistics
The effectiveness and reach of FlightLogger are underscored by their impressive usage statistics. Currently, FlightLogger proudly serves 93,000 users globally.
In 2023, a remarkable 819,000 flights were logged, and 1,100,000 bookings were made through their platform, marking a 27% increase from the previous year. These numbers are a testament to the trust and reliance placed in FlightLogger’s software by the flight training community.
Source: FlightLogger
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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Tecnam P-Mentor Achieves United States of America FAA Certificate
Capua, Italy – Training aircraft manufacturer Tecnam announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded full Type Certificate to the P-MENTOR with the number A00067IB for Part 23 of the FAA Regulations.
Tecnam is now on track to begin deliveries to flight schools across the United States, starting with the first (20) to HCH Aviation in partnership with Stephen F. Austin State University in Austin, Texas, followed by Kilo Charlie Aviation in New Century, Kansas and EpicSky Flight Academy in Des Moines, Iowa.
About the P-Mentor
The P-Mentor is a two-seat aircraft, powered by the Rotax 912isC3, featuring the Garmin G3X IFR touch screen suite with PBN/RNAV/AFCS capabilities, compliant with the latest CS-23 EASA & FAA amendments. The Mentor is a turnkey solution for many flight schools to train students from their first flight up to their CPL-IR on a single platform. With a variable pitch propeller, a simulated retractable landing gear and an optional ballistic parachute, the P-Mentor has everything flight schools are looking for in today’s market. The P-Mentor is designed to offer the best human-machine interface, resulting in the most effective and efficient VFR/IFR training. The generous fuel capacity will allow flight schools to fly all day without refueling, which improves operational value. The P-Mentor’s fuel consumption is just 3.70 US Gal/h (14 lt/h) contributing to a very low cost of operations averaging $65 per hour.
The P-Mentor allows complete PPL, IR and UPRT training, with approved PBN/RNAV as well as AFCS: the entire training syllabus with unprecedented fuel consumption and emissions, further enhancing the renowned profitability of Tecnam-made fleet.
The entry into service of the P-MENTOR two-seater IFR training aircraft has been eagerly awaited by a large number of flight schools who have been demanding a replacement for the many hundreds of “legacy” FAR23/CS23 IFR training aircraft currently in service around the world. This aircraft will open up many profitable opportunities within the flight training market and revolutionize the training paradigm.
With the P-Mentor, Tecnam is once again confirming its leadership in flight training while innovating the market and raising the standards. This important certification milestone will create and secure new and significant revenue streams for Tecnam, built on a foundation of over 75 years of aircraft manufacturing.
To date, more than a hundred P-Mentors have been delivered in (18) countries around the world, proving that this platform fits different business plans in different weather environments. Flight schools are changing the composition of their fleet, using the P-Mentor for initial and IFR training and the P2006T for multi-engine training.
Tecnam’s Managing Director, Giovanni Pascale Langer says: “The FAA certification of the P-MENTOR is another significant milestone for the Tecnam team. We look forward to working with all US flight schools to improve the quality of training and help them keep hourly rates low.”
The Tecnam fleet is perfect for the today modern school as their aircraft offer the best efficiency, performance and value while meeting the latest certification standards with a unique feature as ‘the greenest fleet on the market. Efficiency that also means very low CO2 emissions. Recent study shows that flight schools operating with TECNAM single and twin-engine fleet can reduce emissions by up to 60%: 10 tons of CO2 for each student by the time they receive their Commercial Pilot License.
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.
Source: Tecnam
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Florida, United States Based Full Flight Simulator Training Center and Flight School Aerostar Training Services Announces New Local and International Partnerships
Florida, United States based full flight simulator training center and flight school Aerostar Training Services (Aerostar) has announced two partnerships as it expands its training offering both locally in the United States and internationally. Locally it has partnered with S&J Aviation while internationally it has partnered with Australia based flight training group Sydney Flight College (SFC). These latest partnerships signify Aerostar Training Services commitment to creating an ecosystem to support pilot training requirements from around the globe and follow announcements over the last year including:
- The Australian Pilot Training Alliance (APTA) having partnered with AeroStar to make Boeing 737 Type Rating training available to Australian pilots. “This program provides a pathway for Australian pilots to gain access to US flight and simulator training to meet the rising need for B737 pilots. This program allows pilots to complete the bulk of their training in Australia. Then they complete the program with an 8-day visit to AeroStar in Kissimmee, Florida to study with US instructors and AeroStar’s full-motion, Level D simulators.” Australian Pilot Training Alliance provides access to FAA / CASA conversion courses and even operates a B737NG FTD to best prepare their pilots for better success in type rating programs at AeroStar.
- Aerostar lanching in 2023 its new Indian DGCA Boeing 737NG type rating course. “We will train you, conduct your skills tests and provide you with all the DGCA documents needed to endorse your DGCA license with a type rating. Upon successful completion of training / testing all documentation required by the DGCA to endorse your license with a 737NG Type rating will be sent to the Directorate of Training and licensing DGCA in a sealed cover directly by AeroStar Training Services for DGCA scrutiny and record.” shared AeroStar.
Source: AeroStar