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AeroGuard Flight Training Center Exceeds 100 Planes in Its Rapidly Expanding Aircraft Fleet

AeroGuard Flight Training Center, a leader in the flight training industry, has recently exceeded 100 planes within its growing aircraft fleet, passing a significant milestone. AeroGuard has seen rapid growth this past year not only in its fleet, but also in student enrollments, instructor hiring, campus expansion, and notable airline partnerships.

  • Throughout 2023, AeroGuard added 25 planes to its fleet in addition to placing a 90 aircraft order with Piper Aircraft.
  • Its aircraft acquisition continued into 2024 as a further 10+ planes have been added, supporting its business growth and expansion now exceeding 100 aircraft in its fleet.
  • As its 90 aircraft order begins deliveries this year and the school moves forward with further aircraft acquisition, AeroGuard plans to more than double its fleet in size and establish the capacity to train up to 2,000 students across its three U.S. campuses.
  • AeroGuard has established itself as a leader in the pilot training industry, producing high-quality pilots for the airline industry on a global scale.
  • AeroGuard is the flight training provider for Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong’s leading airline, India’s flag carrier Air India and Taiwan-based China Airlines, alongside other global airlines.

In addition to its International airline partnerships, AeroGuard partners with SkyWest Airlines for its Pilot Pathway Program as well as Arizona State University as part of its B.S. Aeronautical Management Technology program. Through these programs, AeroGuard trains domestic U.S. students for their future careers, establishing a pipeline of highly qualified instructors with the opportunity to build their FAA-required 1,500 hours, and providing a direct path to the airlines.

AeroGuard’s CEO, Joel Davidson, spoke on the milestone stating, “This is an exciting achievement for AeroGuard as we continue to expand our fleet and operations on a global scale. Exceeding 100 aircraft in our quickly growing fleet is a testament to our dedication to providing the highest quality training experience for our students. Each aircraft represents an opportunity for our student pilots and instructors to achieve their goals, become professional pilots, and establish themselves as industry leaders.”

As AeroGuard celebrates this milestone, it looks forward to continuing its reputation for excellence and high-quality pilot training. With the school having more than 100 planes in its fleet, along with a pipeline of flight instructors, it has the capacity and growth to remain a leader in the industry and establish highly skilled commercial pilots for leading airlines across the globe.

About AeroGuard Flight Training Center
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 to candidates 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 Flight Training Center
Photo Credit: AeroGuard Flight Training Center

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Aircraft Manufacturer Owned Flight Training Organisation Provides 2024 Fleet Overview

France based Airbus owned flight training organization Airbus Flight Academy Europe has provide an overview of its training fleet of 15 aircraft. Below is an overview of the aircraft utilized in the academy’s training programs:

  • Elixir Aircraft Elixir: Recently added to the fleet, this aircraft is 50% more fuel-efficient than most currently certified machines. With its innovative OneShot technology, the Elixir is lighter and capable of carrying more weight. The Rotax engine ensures reduced noise levels. This aircraft is primarily used for the core phase and VFR phase of cadet training.
  • Cirrus SR20: This light, four-seater aircraft is employed by flight instructors for instrument flight training on single-engine aircraft, providing nearly 50 hours of training as part of the ab-initio program.
  • Diamond Aircraft DA42: A twin-engine, four-seat aircraft, each engine producing 170 horsepower. The cockpit of the DA42 closely resembles that of an airliner, making it ideal for Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and instrument flight training phases on twin-engine aircraft.
  • H3 Grob Aircraft SE Grob G 120: These aerobatic-certified two-seaters are utilized for Upset Prevention Recovery Training (UPRT) during the VFR phase. This training allows cadets to experience and manage specific and unusual flying situations.

Additionally, the academy features two ALSIM AL42 FNPTII simulators, which are integral to the cadet training process.

In February 2024 Jean Longobardi officially stepped down as the President of Airbus Flight Academy Europe and shared the significant milestones under his leadership?

  • establishment of a flight school in 2019 under the high patronage of World Wide ATO of Airbus Commercial
  • expanded the academy’s presence to 5 air bases and naval air bases, with the school for airline and military pilots now located in Angoulême-Champniers.
  • Academy’s fleet grew with the addition of 15 new aircraft, set to increase to 18 soon, including the latest environmentally friendly Elixir. This modern configuration aims to reduce the environmental footprint of pilot training courses while maintaining high educational standards.

Source: Airbus Flight Academy Europe
Photo Credit: Airbus Flight Academy Europe

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Elixir Aircraft Delivers Aircraft to 3 Organisations in June 2024

Elixir Aircraft, a fast-growing training aircraft manufacturer headquartered in La Rochelle, France, has delivered aircraft to Aéro-club du Beaujolais, Aéro-club des Navigants and Aéro-club Andernos-les-Bains in France during the month of June 2024. “Many thanks to our customers for their trust, and happy flying! Our customer support department is expanding, and will be keeping a close eye on them!” shared Elixir 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.

Source: Elixir Aircraft

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer, Cirrus Aircraft, Releases Service Advisory on the Transition to Unleaded Fuel and Use of Non-Cirrus Approved Fuel in SR Series Aircraft

Cirrus Aircraft released a serviced advisory on June 18, 2024 with a subject “Transition to Unleaded Fuel and Use of Non-Cirrus Approved Fuel in SR Series Aircraft.”

See Cirrus’ advisory below:

“Cirrus is dedicated to proactively addressing the evolving landscape of sustainability regulations, particularly the shift away from leaded aviation fuels. We continue to actively support industry efforts to develop, evaluate, and advance new fuels while supporting a safe industry transition to a future unleaded fuel environment.

These efforts include working directly with industry associations and all stakeholders including AOPA, GAMA, the FAA, and the FAA-Industry EAGLE program through the PAFI certification program. As of June 2024, EAGLE is actively pursuing three potentially viable alternatives/replacements for 100LL: GAMI G100UL, LyondellBasell/VP Racing UL100E, and Swift 100R. Cirrus is dedicated to supporting all major fuel companies in their pursuit to bring alternative high-octane fuels to market.

As part of our proactive participation in the unleaded fuel initiative, Cirrus has been collaborating with potential fuel producers conducting materials compatibility and on-aircraft fuel performance testing for over a decade.

Cirrus is engaged in a comprehensive testing and evaluation program of the GAMI G100UL fuel. Working in coordination with GAMI, our key powerplant partners (Continental and Lycoming), and the FAA during this process, the goal is to ensure operational safety of both the powerplant and airframe fuel systems. While some aspects of the initial Cirrus testing of the GAMI G100UL fuel are encouraging, other areas, including materials compatibility, remain inconclusive. At this time, Cirrus does not approve the use of GAMI G100UL fuel in Cirrus SR Series airplanes. Additionally, Cirrus currently does not warrant or represent in any way an operator’s use of the GAMI G100UL fuel in SR Series airplanes.

Per Continental and Lycoming, only approved fuels may be used for an engine to be covered by warranty. As the GAMI G100UL fuel is a non-approved fuel per Continental and Lycoming, engines known to have run this fuel may not be covered by the current OEM engine warranty. For specific details, please refer to the respective Continental and Lycoming engine warranty documents.

Shell recently announced that 100VLL will be shipping to airports in Europe beginning in April 2024. Cirrus confirms this fuel can be used in all Cirrus SR Series airplanes as it complies with the ASTM D910 standard specification for leaded aviation gasoline. Please refer to FAA SAIB NE-11-55 “Grade 100VLL Aviation Gasoline,” for additional details.

The continued safe operation of all Cirrus aircraft around the world remains our top priority. As progress continues, we will provide updates as soon as they are available. We look forward to ensuring a safe and smooth transition to unleaded fuel for all Cirrus SR Series owners.”

Source: Cirrus

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