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Florida, US Flight School Expands Training Aircraft Fleet
Florida, United States based flight school Phoenix East Aviation shared it has taken delivery of a new and modernized Cessna 172 aircraft.
Source: Phoenix East Aviation Announcement
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Emirates Flight Training Academy Expands Training Fleet with 3 Diamond Multi-Engine Aircraft and Simulator
Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) continues to live up to its promise of offering cutting-edge tech and state-of-the-art aircraft to train pilots of the future and help close the industry’s skills gap. The Academy is now bolstering its current fleet with an order for three twin-engine DA42-VI and its corresponding flight simulator from Diamond Aircraft Industries – a leading manufacturer of aircraft in general aviation, based in Austria. The total deal is worth EUR 4 million in list prices.
The AUSTRO jet-fuel powered DA42-VI aircraft is slated to be the flagship that ushers in multi-engine piston (MEP) training at EFTA.
Capt Abdulla Al Hammadi, Vice President Emirates Flight Training Academy, said: “Our new fleet from Diamond Aircraft is part of our larger strategic intent for our cadet programme. It helps us design a bridging MEP programme for cadets to gain more flying experience while progressing from a single engine to a light jet aircraft. It strengthens our offering and makes it more unique, rounded and robust. Our cadets will benefit hugely as they gain experience on three different types of aircraft, even before they’re licensed. The new fleet also helps us go above and beyond on complying with the new GCAA guidelines. The DA42-VI is reliable, eco-friendly and a practical platform for MEP training. We’re confident we’ve made the right choice.”
“We are thrilled that our DA42-VI is the choice for Emirates’ flight training. This, once again, solidifies the aircraft’s position as the industry leading multi-engine piston trainer,” said Liqun (Frank) Zhang, CEO Diamond Aircraft Austria. “With Emirates we are adding another premier flight academy to our long list of renowned training operators and are looking forward to support them with the most advanced and eco-friendly aircraft available on the market today.”
The 4-seat DA42-VI is the newest version of Diamond’s technology leading light piston twin-engine aircraft. It’s the first certified general aviation piston aircraft to combine modern technology airframe, avionics, and power plants.
With its unique combination of performance and utility, the jet fuel powered DA42-VI is designed to make transitioning from single to twin engine much easier. The aircraft generates fuel savings of up to 50% compared to conventional AVGAS powered twins, and its panoramic canopy provides excellent visibility during all flight manoeuvres.
Since its introduction, well over 1,100 DA42 aircraft have been delivered, outselling all other certified piston twins combined. The all-composite DA42-VI is equipped with efficient, silent, clean and reliable 168hp jet fuel AUSTRO engines AE300, Garmin G1000 NXi with 3-axis Automatic Flight Control System and optional electrically driven air conditioning.
Aircraft delivery is expected to commence soon, with all three slated to be received by EFTA in the first half of 2023. More than 100 cadets have successfully graduated from EFTA since 2020, creating a strong pilot recruitment pipeline for Emirates and the industry.
About Emirates Flight Training Academy
In 2017, Emirates launched the Emirates Flight Training Academy in Dubai South to train UAE nationals and international cadets to become pilots. The Academy combines cutting-edge learning technologies and a modern fleet of 27 training aircraft to train cadets with no previous knowledge of flying. Currently, EFTA’s fleet has 22 x Cirrus SR22 G6 single-engine piston and 5 x Embraer Phenom 100EV very light jet aircraft. EFTA’s state-of-the-art facility, which is equal to 200 football fields, has 36 modern classrooms, 6 full motion flight simulators, an independent Air Traffic Control Tower, and a dedicated 1,800m long runway. Ground school (53 weeks): All 36 classrooms are equipped with two 86” touchscreens, running bespoke training software created specifically for EFTA. Cadets undergo 900 hours of training, and access the material via their own devices, which are all connected to each other, creating an interactive training environment. Flying school (250 hours): cadets currently train on simulators, single-engine Cirrus and Phenom jets.
Source: Emirates Press Release
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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Tecnam Aircraft Commemorates 75 Years
Tecnam Aircraft celebrates seventy-five years with the first Astore P-48 in 1948. Italian brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale started their legacy by gathering four non-working aircraft engines in a flea market full of post-war machines. They assembled a working engine for their first legendary aircraft, the P48 Astore, which first flew in 1951.
In 1957 Partenavia was founded to produce single-engine high and low-wing aircraft for the Italian market, flight schools, and flying clubs. International recognition came with the P68, a six-seater twin-engine aircraft with increased sales in the US and Australia. In 1986 the company pivoted, establishing Tecnam Aircraft to produce parts for other manufacturers such as Boeing, ATR, and Agusta-Westland.
In 1990, Paolo Pascale, the current CEO, championed the design of the P92. This ultralight aircraft elevated the Tecnam brand, with over 2,600 aircraft produced. Over the next two decades Tecnam would design, manufacture, and deliver the Seasky, a Twin-Engine P2006T, the first composite P2008, the P2010, and most recently the P2012 Twin Engine to meet the needs of cargo, regional airline carriers, and air medical.
Tecnam has three production facilities in Italy and subsidiaries in Sebring, FL, and Brisbane, Australia. Tecnam produces over 85% of the aircraft in its own facilities, increasing quality and on-time deliveries. “Tecnam operates in more than 65 countries and has over 175 dealers and service centers to meet our customer needs,”stated Mr. Paolo Pascale, CEO at Tecnam. “Our goal is to expand our global presence and enter new markets in the very short term.”
“My families accomplishments in aircraft design and manufacturing have inspired me. My career at Tecnam started almost 13 years ago; having been a mechanic and a metal sheet worker, I appreciate our aircraft’s engineering and simplicity. Flying the Tecnam aircraft, I had the opportunity to appreciate the amazing flying characteristics of our fleet,” said Giovanni Pascale, Managing Director. “Implementing my experience in our manufacturing process, sales, and service, it’s a family tradition founded on passion and heritage. A lifetime commitment focused on innovation and consistency, 75 years in aviation is a tremendous achievement. We look forward to what lies ahead for Tecnam and our customers.”
Source: Tecnam Aircraft Press Release
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Cambodia’s Flight School Announces First Training Aircraft Manufacturer Selection
Phnom Penh based Novation Academy shared that its first training aircraft will be from Magnus Aircraft Zrt., a Hungarian company. In line with this, the flight school invited Hungarian Counsellor Mr. Istvan Bakos to its facilities and discussed how they can expand cooperation between the academy and Hungarian companies. They also discussed scholarship by Hungarian government to Cambodians and how they can use it to benefit the students.
Source: Novation Academy Announcement
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South Florida, US Flight School, Wayman Aviation Academy, Takes Delivery of New Tecnam Aircraft
Tecnam announced the delivery of the first Tecnam’s P2006T to Wayman Aviation Academy for its fleet modernization program.
Wayman Aviation Academy chose this modern twin engine to improve the MEP training and updating their twin fleet with the most efficient and versatile aircraft of its category for Multi – IFR training.
The P2006T has been chosen after a careful evaluation to increase multi-engine aircraft reliability. It’s Rotax engine will cut fuel burn by two-thirds and the carbon footprint of training by two-thirds.
In addition, the transition from their single-engine trainers to the P2006T offers Wayman’s students a platform that contributes to a more seamless move up platform to earn their multi-engine ratings.
The aircraft acceptance in Sebring, assisted by Flightline Group, the authorized Tecnam dealer for Florida, and subsequent Official Delivery to Wayman Aviation Academy and their Student body that is now 300 strong, was a great milestone for Tecnam and Wayman.
“We are excited to train the next generation of international airline pilots in the Tecnam P2006T,” said Eddy Wayman, Wayman Aviation Academy Vice President.
David Copeland, TECNAM’s U.S. Director of Sales said “This first P2006T is just a first step for a long-term partnership with Wayman Aviation Academy. Tecnam is not selling aircraft but offering modern, smart and green solutions to Flight Schools across the US and Canada. Together with Wayman we are proud to be innovating the flight training paradigm in Florida.”
Flightline Group’s Chairman Mac Langston added, “This delivery marks a major milestone for Wayman Aviation Academy that underscores their commitment to providing their students with state-of-the-art, efficient, technically advanced aircraft. Wayman’s future is bright!”
The Tecnam P2006T MkII is a twin-engine four-seat aircraft with fully retractable landing gear. Its simplicity, great performance, efficiency and ergonomics are what make this aircraft ideal for multi-engine training, as well as cross-country flying. The P2006T offers unbeatable value and innovative design with a modern Garmin avionics suite, integrating all primary flight, navigation, communication and terrain data on two high-definition LCDs.
Tecnam Green Fleet. Based on recent data and industry benchmarks, flight training schools operating Tecnam’s single and twin-engine fleets can save as much as 10 tons of CO2 emissions for every single student graduating with a Commercial Pilot License – a 60% reduction compared to legacy fleets using Avgas 100LL fuel. (Based on 155 flight training hours, including 30 hours on the twin.)
About Wayman Aviation Academy
Wayman Aviation Academy is the largest and longest running Ab Initio flight school in South Florida. It is the only dedicated aviation college in South Florida offering Associate in Aeronautical Science Degrees. They are celebrating 35 years of launching pilot careers into the skies above Miami. The school focuses on initial training through commercial flight training in preparation for airline careers. They have 5 airline partners including SkyWest and Republic Airways which fly for American Airlines, United, and Delta. Wayman is approved for international students’ visas. It operates a fleet of 40+ aircraft at Hollywood North Perry Airport (KHWO). Wayman Aviation partners with Miami-Dade College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and Liberty University for degree programs.
Source: Tecnam Press Release
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