USA – The National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) has closed out 2025 by highlighting a year of policy progress, legislative impact, and organisational growth for the U.S. flight training sector, with a strong focus on safety and regulatory modernisation.

• NFTA described 2025 as a “banner year” for the association and its member organisations, reflecting sustained engagement across flight training, safety advocacy, and regulatory reform.

• A central milestone remains FAA Part 141 Modernization, characterised by NFTA as a generational and monumental effort, with a major inflection point expected in early February 2026.

• The alliance reported legislative success with two bills passed in 2025, and several additional initiatives positioned for potential passage in 2026, reinforcing NFTA’s growing influence in Washington.

• Membership and organisational reach continued to expand in 2025; however, NFTA’s board has indicated a measured approach to growth to ensure long-term sustainability and effective member support.

• NFTA’s advocacy efforts continue to position flight training as a critical safety and workforce pillar within the broader U.S. aviation ecosystem, particularly as airline pilot demand and training throughput increase.

Looking Ahead to 2026

• NFTA has outlined a busy start to 2026, including participation in:

  • University Aviation Association Winter Legislative Conference

  • Part 141 modernization meetings in Dallas

  • Kentucky State Transportation Cabinet Winter Conference on January 16

Statements

• “Thank you to our Directors, members, and industry partners for your leadership, collaboration, and commitment throughout the year,” said Lee Collins, CEO of the National Flight Training Alliance. “We look forward to continuing this important work together in 2026.”

Source: National Flight Training Alliance