Flight School Resource and Training Timeline Forecasting Tool, Aeroplanned, Announces New Collaboration with Smart Management Systems

Aeroplanned, the pioneering resource planning platform for flight training, has announced a new collaboration with Smart Management Systems designed to streamline the integration between their systems, enhancing the experience for their mutual customers.

Smart, an aviation management platform focused on streamlining the day-to-day flight operations, and Aeroplanned, a forecasting platform designed to help flight schools’ complete students on time and optimise resource use, are simplifying customer workflows by enabling the synchronisation of student progress updates between their software systems through custom reports.

Ardmore Flying School, use both systems and are thrilled with the collaboration. CEO Irene King stated, “This is so important for us in the effective running of our flight school – it ticks the boxes for us in so many areas: better transparency of information for students and staff, enhanced ability to plan, improved capacity for profitable growth, regulatory compliance, and it even helps me meet a KPI with our Board … even better from my perspective!

Jen Liddle, CEO of Aeroplanned, is also excited about the partnership: “We are passionate about providing accurate forecasts so flight schools can achieve the best possible results. The more integration we can provide with day-to-day systems, the better for our customers. It’s a pleasure to work with forward-thinking companies like Smart that prioritise the best outcomes for our mutual customers. I’m excited that we can provide this link between the systems.

Nathan James, CEO of Smart Management Systems describes the partnership as “A massive win for the industry as Smart schools are now afforded the valuable forecasting data they require to maximise their resource utilisation and ensure on-time completions.  Aeroplanned share our passion for General Aviation, and for reducing the complexities of managing a profitable and efficient flight training business. The business insights this platform can offer our existing and future Smart customers are a great value-add for our platform.

About Smart
Smart Management Systems is an Australian software company that has been building aviation management software for 14 years, serving all sectors of the industry, including flight training, aeroclubs, charter, and low-capacity RPT. Trusted by flying schools, universities, and defence for its compliance-first approach and deeply integrated regulatory support, Smart is known for its honest, fair, and transparent industry-leading customer support. The team focuses on listening to clients’ needs and collaborating with them to develop rigorous and fit-for-purpose tools. Smart’s passionate team works tirelessly across three time zones to provide fast support to their clients and develop breakthrough, industry-ready solutions.

About Aeroplanned
Aeroplanned is revolutionary resource planning software designed exclusively for the pilot training industry. Committed to empowering flight schools worldwide, the platform provides a comprehensive solution to track and manage student progress efficiently. With the capability to accurately predict required resources up to 3 years in advance, Aeroplanned offers critical visibility and valuable insights, enabling flight schools to optimise their operations for maximum efficiency and results. Dedicated to fostering success in the aviation community, Aeroplanned is based in New Zealand and operates globally. The platform is meticulously crafted by experts who share an inherent passion for ensuring students finish on-time and progress seamlessly through a connected pilot pipeline.

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Flight Simulation Solution Provider True Course Simulations Offers 3 Types of Immersive Training Device, Each with its Own Virtual Instructor Courseware

United States headquartered flight training simulation solution provider True Course Simulations (TCS) offers three types of Immersive Training Device (ITD), each with its own Virtual Instructor Courseware. They are:

  1. Cessna Aircraft Company 172 (G1000 & Round Dial)
  2. Diamond Aircraft DA40 (G1000)
  3. Military Fighter Configuration (Textron Aviation T6 Texan II and others)

The Private Pilot course, which includes some 28-30 hours of content and over 70 individual lessons, is delivered by TCS’s proprietary Virtual Instructor Courseware for:

  1. Cessna 172 – G1000 and round dials
  2. Diamond DA40: Lycoming Configuration
  3. Diamond DA40: NG FADEC Configuration (coming soon)

TCS is continually working on new aircraft ITDs and courseware.

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Regional Aircraft Manufacturer ATR Announces 2024 Appointment for Head of Region Americas and Managing Director & President ATR Americas, Inc.

ATR, the world’s number one regional aircraft manufacturer, appointed Christopher Jones as the company’s Head of Region Americas, effective 1 July 2024 and Managing Director & President ATR Americas, Inc., effective 1 August 2024.

In this role, Christopher reports to Alexis Vidal, Senior Vice President Commercial and is based at ATR facilities in Miami, Florida.

Christopher comes to ATR with over 30 years of commercial success in aircraft sales, and has held senior leadership positions with Airbus, Bombardier, and British Aerospace. He joins us from Texas-based Aero Design Labs, a company which designs, develops, and certifies drag reduction kits, generating fuel savings for commercial aircraft. As Chief Commercial Officer, Christopher spearheaded the company’s path to revenue including securing a strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines.

Prior to Aero Design Labs, Christopher was the Senior Vice President Customers for Airbus North America, where he was responsible for all sales and commercial strategy in the region covering some of the world’s largest passenger and freight airlines. His career at Airbus spanned 20 years, including sales of the A330neo, A350, A321neo/LR/XLR and A220.

At Bombardier, Christopher led the North American Sales campaigns for the C-Series (A220), which led to commitments from JetBlue and Breeze, as well as additional sales of the CRJ-900 to Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. Through his time at British Aerospace and Bombardier, Christopher has established a well-founded knowledge of the regional airline sector.

Christopher has developed long-term, trusting relationships with airline customers, suppliers, lessors and consultants and operates with a high degree of integrity. He enjoys building customer centric teams as well as developing talent through their aerospace careers. He came to the USA in 1990, as a commercial apprentice with British Aerospace in Hatfield, England, having completed his education in Business and Finance at the University of Hertfordshire.

As Head of Region Americas and Managing Director & President ATR Americas, Inc., Christopher will play a pivotal role in developing ATR in the region, especially in the US, and supporting the company’s customers.

About ATR

ATR is the world number one regional aircraft manufacturer with its ATR 42 and 72, the best-selling aircraft in the below 90-seat market segment. The unifying vision of the company is to accelerate sustainable connections for people, communities and businesses, no matter how remote. Flown by some 200 airlines in over 100 countries, ATR aircraft opened 150 new routes in 2023, facilitating the development of territories and enabling access to crucial services like healthcare and education. Thanks to ATR’s focus on continuous innovation and the intrinsic efficiency of the turboprop technology, ATR aircraft are the most advanced, versatile, cost-effective and lowest-emission regional aircraft on the market, emitting 45% less CO2 than similar-size regional jets. In January 2022, we flew the first ever commercial aircraft using 100% SAF in both engines. ATR is a joint-venture between Airbus and Leonardo.

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Elixir Aircraft Announces the Delivery of its 25th Aircraft

Elixir Aircraft, a fast-growing training aircraft manufacturer headquartered in La Rochelle, France, has delivered its 25th aircraft.

Elixir Aircraft is also deploying two aircraft to EAA AirVenture, the world’s largest airshow, held in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States. This year marks Elixir Aircraft’s third consecutive appearance at EAA AirVenture, and the company is returning with a larger booth, an expanded team, and renewed enthusiasm following the recent announcement that by the end of 2024, their U.S. site will be operational at Sarasota Bradenton Airport (SRQ). A 12,500 sq ft hangar will be dedicated to the initial reassembly of aircraft delivered to Elixir’s American customers. A second 6,000 sq ft building will be handed over in August 2025, to continue reassembly and maintain a stock of spare parts for the US East Coast.

Moreover, to speed up deliveries, Elixir’s second site in La Rochelle is now opened in the city of Aytré for the production of OneShot composite parts. Elixir Aircraft now has 3 sites in Europe and America.

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US Based Alaska Airlines Chooses Training Management System Solutions Provider Qualtero

Alaska Airlines, one of the largest airlines in North America, has chosen Fox TMS to streamline and optimize its AQP Program along with resource management, scheduling optimization, qualification management, and performance evaluation processes.

One of the key highlights is the extensive system utilization by Alaska and Horizon pilots and cabin crew, empowering them with user-friendly interfaces and advanced functionalities to streamline their tasks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

We are honored to be selected by Alaska to support their AQP program and related operations,” said Yuval Sive, VP of Sales at Qualtero. “Our solution is tailored to meet the specific needs of airlines like Alaska, providing them with a comprehensive platform to manage their qualifications, resources, and performance effectively. We look forward to our partnership with Alaska to drive operational excellence and innovation.

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Virtual Reality Pilot Training Solution Provider VRpilot Selected by Canadian Operator to Enhance Boeing 737 Training

Nolinor Aviation, the largest charter airline of Canada, has contracted VRpilot to deliver their interactive cockpit procedure training platform, VRflow, to support its Boeing 737 training operations. Operating both the Original, Classic, and NG versions of the 737, Nolinor will receive customized training solutions for all their variants.

Rudy Egeileh, Training Manager at Nolinor Aviation says: “Our airline operates the largest fleet of 737-200’s in the world. While these aircraft are vital to our operations, we want to ensure that our crew receive top-tier training in line with industry standards. With VRpilot’s solution, we’re bridging the past and the future by using cutting edge experience that breathes new life into our airframes, ensuring their continued and safe operation in the skies.”

Thor Paulli Andersen, Partner at VRpilot: ”Taking full advantage of the flexibility of our VRflow platform, we’re excited to deliver a procedure training solution to Nolinor that will match their actual aircraft one-to-one. This partnership epitomizes the value of our customized solutions, helping operators of aging, unique, or specialized aircraft to continue their operation well into the future.

Nolinor has selected the Pico 4 Enterprise headsets to run VRpilot’s software.

About Nolinor
Founded in 1992, Nolinor Aviation is a leading provider of specialized commercial charter flights. The airline operates across Canada, the United States, and various international destinations. Nolinor Aviation is recognized for its commitment to safety in both its equipment and services. As a private company, Nolinor Aviation (IATA code N5) is wholly owned by the Prud’homme family trust. The company has established a strong presence in the charter flight sector, offering tailored services to meet diverse transportation needs.

About VRpilot
VRpilot is a leading provider of virtual reality training solutions for the aviation industry. Its innovative VR technology is designed to enhance training by offering realistic, immersive experiences that improve skills and knowledge in a safe and controlled environment.

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Flight School Resource and Training Timeline Forecasting Tool, Aeroplanned, Releases 3rd ‘Excellence in Pilot-Training Planning’ Video

Aeroplanned, the pioneering resource planning platform for flight training, has launched a new video series to showcase its offering to the different pilot training industry stakeholders.

Aeroplanned is relatively new and unique in the industry, which can make it challenging to explain its full scope. Our key focus is to seamlessly connect the pilot training pipeline, ensuring smooth student progress and optimal outcomes for all involved. But what does that actually look like?

We thought it would be good to showcase some of our favourite features and how they tackle significant issues within the flight training industry.

Check out the first video in the series – Identifying delayed students (with an intro to our new ‘Cohorts’ feature!

Check out the second video in the series – Resolving delays and finishing students on time

Aeroplanned in the 3rd series highlighted the customizable ‘Tags’ and ‘Flags’ – to highlight student needs and set essential deadlines.

You can watch the video here.

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