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Global Aviation Conglomerate and ACMI Provider Avia Solutions Group is Plotting an Order for More than 100 Aircraft

Dublin, Ireland headquartered Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider and operator of the global pilot training group BAA Training, operating a fleet of over 199 aircraft, is eyeing an aircraft order of 100 aircraft of either Airbus or Boeing – Irish media has reported following an interview with its Chairman.

In January 2023 Avia Solutions Group announced that it had signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire Australian airline, Skytrans. Skytrans is an Australian-owned and operated airline and air charter business. The airline operates Regular Public Transport (RPT) and charter services, with a current fleet spanning 13 regional aircraft.

Source: Irish Media
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Global Pilot Training Group Skyborne Expands Electric Training Aircraft Order to 40 Bye Aerospace eFlyer

Global pilot training group Skyborne, which operates pilot training bases across the United Kingdom and United States, has signed a letter of intent with Bye Aerospace for a further 30 eFlyer all-electric training aircraft. The commitment builds on Skyborne’s 2020 order of 10 eFlyers, with a total of 40 aircraft now set to join the academy’s US fleet in Vero Beach, Florida.

Lee Woodward, CEO, Skyborne, says: “Our partnership with Bye Aerospace reflects the pioneering spirit of Skyborne and our constant drive to redefine pilot training.

By expanding our eFlyer order and investing in an electric future, we will reduce our impact on the environment and support our airline partners with their sustainability goals. We’re proud that Skyborne students will soon begin their pilot training with net-zero flight.”

Producing zero CO2 emissions and with up to 80% lower flight operating costs compared to conventional trainers, the eFlyer is designed to offer an efficient and socially responsible alternative to fuel-based aircraft.

Rod Zastrow, President, Bye Aerospace, adds: “Skyborne is one of the most respected flight schools internationally and this further order is another tremendous endorsement of our product. It builds on the excellent customer momentum we have built during 2023. We are thrilled to begin 2024 with aviation training leader Skyborne.”

About Skyborne

Skyborne Airline Academy is a modern airline training academy based at Vero Beach, Florida, United States, and Gloucestershire Airport in the United Kingdom. Established by industry experts, Skyborne brings a fresh approach to airline pilot training.    

Founders Tom Misner (chairman) and Lee Woodward (CEO) have unsurpassed experience in commercial aviation, education and training. It is their vision to create a training environment where the highest standard of teaching, safety and relevant airline-style training is maintained, and interactive learning is encouraged.  

Using a combination of tried and tested methods and the latest technology to assess competence, suitability, aptitude and resilience, Skyborne aims to recruit the very best candidates to minimize additional training, reduce failure rates and provide airlines with better pilots and cabin crew.  

Skyborne is proud to hold close relationships with the world’s leading airlines, offering opportunities for trainees as part of British Airways’ Speedbird Pilot Academy, the Delta Propel Career Path Program, the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme, and the SkyWest Professional Pilot Pathway.  

About Bye Aerospace

Bye Aerospace, headquartered in Denver, Colorado, stands at the forefront of electric Aviation innovation. The eFlyer series of fixed-wing aircraft is meticulously designed to disrupt general aviation, beginning with the important Aviation Training sector, with an FAA-certified, zero-emission, highly cost-effective, low-drag, low-noise, intelligent, and safety-enhanced aircraft.

Source: Skyborne
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Cabin Crew Simulator Manufacturer, SkyArt Cabin Simulators, Unveils First Real Fire Fighting Trainer for Mexican Airline Training Center

Turkey-headquartered cabin crew simulator manufacturer SkyArt Cabin Simulators & Aviation Furniture has officially launched its first Real Fire Fighting Trainer (RFFT), for their customer VivaAerobus, a Mexican airline training center.

SkyArt now offers a wide range of simulators for its clients, including Cabin Emergency Evacuation Trainers (CEETs), Crew Service Trainers (CSTs), Door Trainers (DTs), and the newest RFFT.

Source: Yasar Uckun (SkyArt)
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Virtual Reality Pilot Training Solution Provider, Visionary Training Resources, Announces Partnership with Florida Based College for Classroom VR Flight Training

United States headquartered Visionary Training Resources (VTR) is partnering with Florida Institute of Technology’s College of Aeronautics to integrate virtual reality technology into the classroom.

A virtual reality (VR) headset loaded with VTR’s proprietary software, FlightDeckToGo® will be introduced into the college’s Advanced Aircraft Systems Course, which provides students with an overview of the systems used in air transport category aircraft and focuses intently on the Boeing 737 NG, said Warren Pittorie, assistant professor and chair of flight education at the College of Aeronautics.

The system, featuring a 3D rendering of the flight deck of a Boeing 737 NG, will allow students to utilize VR flight deck familiarization modules with the guidance of checklist and procedures training to augment traditional learning materials such as PowerPoint slides, diagrams, and videos. It will be rolled out later this spring.

“The integration of eye tracking and the ability to interact with flight deck controls through the use of wireless handheld controllers makes FlightDeckToGo® far superior to others that we have used here at Florida Tech,” Pittorie said. “The VTR headset is also completely portable and doesn’t need to be tethered to a high-powered gaming laptop or desktop computer. This means that it can be easily used in any one of our classrooms or labs.”

VTR visited Florida Tech in spring 2023 to demonstrate a headset to flight students and instructors at FIT Aviation, the university’s off-campus flight school. The feedback from both students and instructors was overwhelmingly positive.

Evey Cormican, founder and CEO of VTR, said the company’s VR is redefining pilot training. “At VTR, we redefine pilot training with virtual reality, elevating learning to new altitudes,” said Cormican. “We’re proud to bring this immersive experience to Florida Tech’s aspiring aviators and to help students build real-world skills and, in turn, confidence.”

Throughout the semester, students will be asked to provide feedback on the usability of the headset as well as offer their opinion of how or if the VR technology strengthens their knowledge of advanced aircraft systems. This information will be shared with both VTR and other faculty at the College of Aeronautics so that additional instructional technology can be incorporated into traditional classes, Pittorie said.

“FlightDeckToGo® by VTR will not only make our classes a more enjoyable experience, but it will better prepare our students to operate transport category aircraft that they will operate just a few years after they graduate from Florida Tech,” Pittorie said.

About Visionary Training Resources

Founded by pilots with extensive safety and training backgrounds, Visionary Training Resources (VTR) delivers a powerful pilot training platform, FlightDeckToGo®, which leverages the power of virtual reality (VR) technology. Portable, easy-to-use, realistic, and dimensionally accurate, FlightDeckToGo® provides important advantages over traditional flight simulators, including reduced training costs, cost savings on aircraft familiarization training, and better retention of information.

About Florida Institute of Technology

The premier private technological university in the Southeast, Florida Tech is a Tier 1 Best National University (U.S. News & World Report) and a Top Technical Institute (Fiske Guide to Colleges), as well as a Best Value University (Forbes) and a top 100 global university for graduate employability (GEURS). Florida Tech is known worldwide for its strengths in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, aviation, autism treatment, biomedical science, cybersecurity and machine-learning, and marine science. It offers more than 150 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in engineering, science, computing, aeronautics, business, psychology, and the liberal arts. The university is located in the dynamic and innovative city of Melbourne in the heart of the “Space Coast,” where students have been watching rocket launches from campus since the dawn of the Space Race.

Source: Visionary Training Resources
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Global Pilot Training Group AeroGuard Flight Training Center Signs Up with Aeroplanned As It Aims to Double Flight Training Capacity

Phoenix, United States headquartered AeroGuard Flight Training Center, a leading institution in the flight training industry, is pleased to announce a recent agreement with Aeroplanned, a cutting-edge software system designed to forecast resources required for flight school expansion. This collaboration displays AeroGuard’s commitment to innovation and growth in the aviation industry.

In recent years, AeroGuard has experienced remarkable growth and expansion, solidifying its position as a leading flight training provider. Notably, the flight school has established strategic partnerships with leading airlines and aviation institutions including Cathay Pacific, Arizona State University, and Korea Aerospace University, reinforcing its influence in the pilot training sector.

The latest agreement to highlight AeroGuard’s resource expansion is its recent 90-aircraft order with Piper Aircraft. This order represents AeroGuard’s commitment to expanding their training resources and meeting the global demand for pilot training. With these 90 planes, AeroGuard will nearly double its current fleet and have the capacity to train over 2,000 student pilots across its multiple campus locations.

Looking ahead, AeroGuard is set to add 25 additional planes to its current 90+ aircraft fleet throughout 2024, further enhancing its capacity to meet the growing demand for its training programs. This expansion aligns with AeroGuard’s dedication to staying ahead of industry needs and ensuring a steady supply of well-trained and capable pilots.

AeroGuard’s CEO, Joel Davidson, expressed excitement about this agreement with Aeroplanned, stating “This partnership with Aeroplanned reflects our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology for efficient and strategic growth. We will be able to gain foresight well into the future, empowering us to operate proactively for optimal results. The software’s insights promise potential improvements we’ve yet to uncover or act upon – I’m genuinely excited to get started.”

Aeroplanned’s CEO, Jen Liddle, reflected on this partnership by sharing “Being a part of AeroGuard’s vision for effective training and exceptional customer experience perfectly aligns with our goals here at Aeroplanned. This partnership marks an exciting collaboration, positioned for mutual growth and innovation. We’re truly honored to join AeroGuard on their journey.”

As AeroGuard continues to reach new milestones and expand its operations, this partnership with Aeroplanned signals a dynamic and promising future for the flight school and its mission to train and prepare high-quality pilots for long and successful careers at the world’s leading airlines.

Source: AeroGuard
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