Market Intelligence: North America

Different Complexities Being Seen in the US Flight Training Industry – International Aero Academy

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series AFM’s Managing Director Maximillian Buerger speaks with Steven Markhoff, President and CEO at International Aero Academy (IAA) – a diversified aviation training group based in Florida, United States.

The conversation covers:

  • Overview of IAA’s training offering (flight and maintenance training) and its international office in India
  • IAA’s diverse stakeholder partnerships including Amazon
  • Key challenges that Steven sees in the industry

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DHL Americas Introduces Cutting-Edge VR Training for Ramp Operations

Miami, USA – DHL Americas has embarked on a pioneering initiative by partnering with AVIAR to develop an advanced Virtual Reality (VR) training program tailored for ramp operations. This collaboration marks a significant leap forward in training methodologies, setting a new benchmark for realism and quality in the Ground Handling industry.

  • The VR training program, developed by AVIAR, allows trainees to perform ramp operations in a fully virtual environment, eliminating the need for physical ramp access.
  • The system replicates real-world scenarios, including equipment malfunctions and hazardous events, preparing trainees for various situations they may encounter.
  • A standout feature is the focus on Practical Hazard Identification and Awareness Training, crucial for enhancing safety in aviation operations.
  • Industry experts like Scott Lange have contributed to the program, ensuring it addresses real challenges faced in Ground Handling.
  • This partnership highlights the untapped potential of VR in improving safety and operational efficiency, prompting a broader question of why more companies haven’t yet adopted such innovative solutions.

About DHL Americas
DHL Americas is a division of Deutsche Post DHL Group, specializing in international shipping and courier services.

About AVIAR
Aviar is the world’s first specialized virtual reality platform for training and practice of air transportation industry specialists. It includes a rapidly growing library of hyper-realistic interactive training modules, service for customization and creation of unique VR training scenarios and modules, and end-to-end support for successful implementation of VR training in your company.

Source: AVIAR

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Global Pilot Training Group Skyborne Welcomes New Batch of UK Integrated Trainees in August 2024

Global pilot training group Skyborne which operates flight training bases across the United Kingdom and the United States, has shared that is has welcomed around 20 new students to its integrated training course in the UK in August 2024.

Skyborne recently shared in a media interview that it is currently in growth mode.

  • British Airways expanded its partnership with Skyborne in July, announcing an increase in its sponsored Speedbird cadet scheme to 200 more aspiring pilots, a large part of which will train at Skyborne.
  • To meet growing demand, Skyborne is considering doubling its UK operations by either extending its current Gloucestershire facility or establishing a second site.
Source: Skyborne
Photo Credit: Skyborne

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Global Flight Training Group AeroGuard’s Cadets Secure All India Rank No. 1 in July 2024 DGCA Regulations Exam

Phoenix, United States headquartered global flight training group AeroGuard Flight Training Center, which operates a number of flight training bases in the United States, announced in 2024 its selection by Air India as the flag carrier’s preferred flight training provider. In August 2024 it proudly announced that two of its Batch 1 Air India Cadets, Aditya and Navneet, have achieved the prestigious All India Rank No. 1 in the DGCA On Demand July exam for Regulations. This remarkable accomplishment reflects their dedication and hard work as they embark on their journey towards becoming professional pilots.

“Two of AeroGuard’s Batch 1 Air India Cadets achieved All India Rank No. 1 for their DGCA On Demand July attempt for Regulations. Congratulations Aditya and Navneet, we can’t wait to celebrate your continued success as you start flight training with AeroGuard!” shared AeroGuard.

About AeroGuard Flight Training
AeroGuard Flight Training Center is a global leader in ab initio flight training with three U.S. campuses that offer accelerated commercial pilot training programs for airlines from all over the world. With a commitment to safety and student success, AeroGuard’s high quality training has established airline-ready cadets for over 20 years with more than one million flight hours of training experience and graduating over 7,000 cadets.

Source: AeroGuard
Photo Credit: AeroGuard

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