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Flight Training Organisation in New Zealand Places Order for 10 Tecnam Aircraft at Dubai Airshow 2023

Tecnam and New Zealand Airline Academy Limited (NZAAL) announced a firm order for 10 Tecnam aircraft, consisting of eight single engine P2008 JC Night VFR, one single engine P-Mentor IFR trainer with RNAV capability and ballistic safety parachute, plus one multi-engine P2006T Premium edition aircraft. The first of these, the Tecnam P2006T aircraft, is flying direct from the factory in Capua, Italy to the NZAAL base in Oamaru, New Zealand. The remaining nine training aircraft are scheduled for delivery starting in the 2nd quarter of 2024.

This strategic investment underscores NZAAL’s dedication to providing unparalleled training experiences and further solidifies its position as a global leader in aviation education.

New Zealand Airline Academy Limited (NZAAL) is a New Zealand based award-winning flight training organization, holding certifications under Part 141 of the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and Part 141 of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam.

As an exclusive cadet pilot training provider for Air India’s group AIX Connect (formerly Air Asia India), NZAAL is strategically located in the picturesque locale of Oamaru, North Otago. Three towered airfields with instrument approaches are in close proximity to the base airfield with many more coastal and mountain airfields offering challenging and varied weather conditions that create real-world flying conditions for cadets.

Established in 2018, by two seasoned aviation professionals, NZAAL started flight training with one Tecnam P2008. Five years later, this ten aircraft expansion will take their Tecnam fleet to a total of 24 aircraft and overall fleet total to 26 aircraft including two P2006T Twin advanced Multi IFR trainers a tribute to the two Directors of NZAAL who embarked on their commercial pilot training journey in New Zealand over sixteen years ago.

“When we set out to establish the New Zealand Airline Academy, we meticulously sought an aircraft that would epitomize excellence in several crucial aspects. Our selection criteria included unparalleled safety features, the ability to endure the rigorous demands of flight training, seamless transition from training aircraft to modern day jets through state-of-the art technology, a commitment to environmental sustainability, local dealer support and cost-effectiveness. Tecnam emerged as the unequivocal winner, embodying each of these criteria effortlessly, making it the clear and optimal choice for our flight school,” said Jonathan Manuel, CEO & Director of NZAAL.

“It is great to see the growth of NZAAL. They have developed an almost perfect business model for a flight school that is a paradigm for the region and the world. This model is based on the Tecnam fleet. And we are very proud of this, because our vision for 75 years has been exactly this: the production of simple but modern, safe and economically attractive aircraft for every flight school,” said Walter Da Costa, Chief Sales Officer of Tecnam.

NZAAL’s inception was propelled by a keen insight into the shortcomings of traditional flight training organizations across New Zealand who had persisted with legacy (old) trainers.

In response, the academy spearheaded a paradigm shift by introducing top-tier training programs utilizing state-of-the-art Tecnam glass cockpit aircraft. This innovative approach ensured a seamless transition for students from training aircraft to the sophisticated cockpits of contemporary jets.

Setting itself apart as the sole fixed-wing training provider in New Zealand employing touch screen glass cockpit aircraft throughout the training spectrum, NZAAL proudly boasts cutting-edge technology. These modern aircraft feature four levels of terrain alerts, synthetic vision, moving map displays, and advanced traffic awareness (ADS-B in & out). Beyond honing skills in situational awareness and airmanship, NZAAL’s philosophy is deeply rooted in prioritizing student safety through the integration of the latest market-available technology.

In a pioneering move, NZAAL became the first and only FTO in New Zealand to invest in electronic carbon monoxide detectors, providing both aural and visual alerts on the glass cockpit display. This unwavering commitment to safety aligns with the academy’s core belief that no student should ever be at risk in challenging situations.

NZAAL also owns and operates New Zealand Aircraft Engineering Limited, a Tecnam Authorised service centre in Oamaru, New Zealand.

Tradition, innovation and vision. These factors are spearheading Tecnam to wider horizons. Based on recent data and industry benchmarks, Tecnam is offering the greenest training fleet in the world. Flight schools operating Tecnam’s single- and twin-engine fleet can save as much as 10 tonnes of CO2 emissions for every single student graduating with a Commercial Pilot License – a 60% reduction compared to fleet using 100LL fuel on a journey of 155 flight hours, 30h of which on twin.

About New Zealand Airline Academy

New Zealand Airline Academy, established by aviation professionals who have more than three decades of experience helping international students chose the right program and training. The management team consists of people who have done extensive research, before choosing New Zealand for their own training.

Keeping in mind the huge growth in the field of aviation and the demand for quality pilots, NZAAL have been sub-contracted to deliver Commercial Pilot Training for International students by NewZealand’s National Trade Academy.

Source: Tecnam
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Spain-based Flight School, Quality Fly, Expands Fleet by 37% in 2023 Announces Addition of Training Aircraft

Quality Fly, the Madrid, Spain based flight school announces the addition of a second Tecnam P2006MEP, following the two P2008 SEP aircraft already added earlier in 2023. Quality fly already boasts the most complete and innovative EASA ATPL Integrated course featuring all the latest innovations in airline pilot training, and their 2023 growth has seen them rapidly expand their fleet by a massive 37% in order to maintain the highest quality of airline pilot training.

After the arrival of their 4th and 5th P2008 single engine aircraft earlier in 2023, this month sees them welcome their second multi engine Tecnam P2006. And the expansion doesn’t stop there, with more aircraft arrivals planned in 2024 in order to respond to the growing number of inscriptions in the school.

Tecnam aircraft constitute an impressive 10 out of Quality Fly’s 11-strong fleet, including 3 P2002JF, 5 P2008JC, and 2 Tecnam P2006T models. The remaining aircraft, a Cessna 172S, primarily serves for UPRT training purposes.

But what sets Tecnam apart in Quality Fly’s eyes? Firstly, Tecnam has established itself as the gold standard for flight schools, and is renowned for its exceptional efficiency. This translates to lower operational costs and better sustainability, enabling Quality Fly to maintain its proud status as a carbon-neutral flight school.

The inclusion of glass cockpits ensures unmatched visibility for cadet pilots, enabling them to seamlessly transition between high-wing and low-wing aircraft.

Quality Fly’s fleet are nearly all Tecnam aircraft, meaning fleet standardisation. Why is this important? It means greater ease in learning for students, which in turn keeps costs down, a saving that can be passed onto the client.

Quality Fly’s new Tecnam P2006 comes with factory–installed Traffic Advisory System, with ongoing installation across the rest of the fleet. Additionally, it is equipped with a Garmin terrain detector and accelerometer.

With the eagerly anticipated arrival more aircraft to their fleet in 2024, this is an exhilarating moment to be part of Quality Fly and its groundbreaking ATPL Integrated Pilot Training program.

Source: Quality Fly
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AeroGuard Flight Training Center Signs Deal with Piper Aircraft to Expand Fleet and Training Capacity with 90 New Planes

Phoenix, Arizona global flight training organisation AeroGuard Flight Training Center is excited to announce a recent aircraft expansion deal with Piper Aircraft where it will receive 90 new Piper Archers.

With this deal, AeroGuard will almost double its fleet in size, bringing it to over 200 aircraft. This order signifies AeroGuard’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for pilot training across the globe and in key markets within the U.S., Middle East, India, and East Asia. As a
result, AeroGuard expects the capacity to consistently train over 2,000 student pilots across its three U.S. campuses and Saudi Arabia campus, preparing student pilots for professional careers at the world’s leading airlines.

AeroGuard’s capacity across these four campus locations is a critical asset for its global airline customers at a time for high pilot training demand. With existing airlines expanding their fleets and new airlines establishing a presence in the industry, thousands of new pilots will be
needed in the Middle East, India, and elsewhere in Asia over the next five years. AeroGuard’s global presence allows it to be a leading flight training provider for the Region and produce highly skilled pilots for airlines all over the world.

Joel Davidson, CEO of AeroGuard Flight Training Center, shared “We are thrilled to sign this agreement with Piper Aircraft to bring 90 new Piper Archers to AeroGuard’s fleet. This investment represents our commitment to providing our airline partners’ student pilots with every resource they need to succeed while experiencing the highest quality flight training in the world. With these additional aircraft, AeroGuard has the capacity to welcome hundreds of new airline cadets to our pilot training programs.”

In addition to this order of 90 aircraft, AeroGuard will have added 25 additional planes to its rapidly expanding fleet by the end of 2023. AeroGuard also recently expanded its Phoenix, USA campus location, growing capacity by 30% with the addition of a new building. AeroGuard’s over 600 U.S. student pilots form the pipeline capable of training hundreds of students from all over the world. These U.S. student pilots are offered Flight Instructor positions with AeroGuard to build their flight experience upon graduation. Combined with this new aircraft order with Piper, AeroGuard is well positioned to become the leading flight training academy in the world.

AeroGuard Flight Training Center has established successful and strategic partnerships with leading airlines and institutions, including Cathay Pacific, SkyWest Airlines and Korea Aerospace University, and several other airline and university partnerships across the Middle
East, India, and the rest of Asia.

“At Piper Aircraft, we pride ourselves in making high-quality, reliable training aircraft to support each flight school’s individual needs,” said John Calcagno, President and CEO. “We are honored to continue our partnership with Piper Flight School Alliance member, AeroGuard, and provide them with 90 new trainers over the next 5 years.”

AeroGuard is a leading international flight training provider with growing training capacity and facilities, four global locations that offer ideal flight training environments with up to 350 flying days a year, and a high-quality curriculum to develop future industry leaders
worldwide. The new Piper Archers will be delivered to AeroGuard in 2024 and the coming years and further contribute to the efficiency of AeroGuard’s accelerated programs, while continuing to focus on safety and quality training.

About AeroGuard Flight Training Center
AeroGuard Flight Training Center is one of the U.S.’s most successful flight schools, offering accelerated commercial pilot training to candidates from all over the world. With a commitment to safety and student success, AeroGuard has a proven history of training airline ready pilots, with over one million flight hours of training experience and graduating over 7,000 cadets.

Source: AeroGuard Flight Training Center

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