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Virtual Reality Pilot Training Solution Provider Visionary Training Resources Delivers 16 Headsets to Atlas Air

Visionary Training Resources (VTR), a provider of innovative training solutions, has announced the delivery of 16 additional headsets to its partner, Atlas Air. This marks another step in the collaboration between the two organizations, supporting pilot training and operational excellence.

“We are thrilled that we were able to deploy the B737, B747, B767, and B777 for Atlas and the Atlas pilot group. The VTR and Atlas teams worked seamlessly together to bring this project in on time and under budget.” shared Evey Cormican, CEO of VTR.

VTR is providing training platforms and instruction tailored to Atlas Air procedures and ground school learning curriculum for their Boeing 737, 747, 767, and 777 fleets. Customizing the FlightDeckToGo® platform to Atlas Air’s procedures provides pilots with an efficient learning tool and expanded training options.

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Germany Headquartered Lufthansa Group to Hire 10,000 Staff Including Around 800 Pilots in 2025

  • Lufthansa Airlines is continuing to concentrate on the Turnaround efficiency program and is focusing in particular on hiring in the operational area
  • Over 30,000 employees hired in the past three years

The Lufthansa Group has set itself the goal of recruiting around 10,000 colleagues in a wide range of professions for the new year 2025. More than 2,000 flight attendants, more than 1,400 ground staff for Ground Operations and around 1,300 technical experts are to be recruited across the Group. A total of around 1,200 employees are being sought for the administrative areas across the Group, as well as around 800 pilots. More than half of all recruitment is to take place in Germany.

Over 2,000 employees are to start at Lufthansa Technik. Austrian Airlines and Eurowings are each looking for around 700 employees.

Lufthansa Airlines will continue to focus on the Turnaround efficiency program in 2025 and expects to hire fewer employees than in 2024. The current plan is to find around 1,200 people over the next twelve months – with a focus on operations.

Over the past three years, the Lufthansa Group has brought more than 30,000 new colleagues on board.

Michael Niggemann, Member of the Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG and responsible for Human Resources & Legal Affairs: “The Lufthansa Group is and remains an attractive employer with many different job profiles and career options. Last year alone, we received 350,000 applications across the Group and recruited over 13,000 employees. We look forward to welcoming every new colleague.”

The Lufthansa Group currently employs more than 100,000 people in over 90 countries. Numerous job vacancies and current entry-level opportunities can be found on the careers page lufthansagroup.careers.

Source: Lufthansa
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Taiwan’s STARLUX Airlines Places 2025 Order for New Freighters

Taiwan – STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has placed a firm order with Airbus for five more A350F freighters. This doubles an initial order from the airline last year for five of the all-new cargo aircraft. The A350F fleet will be operated by STARLUX Cargo on some of the world’s busiest freight routes.

“The cargo market is set to become a key element in our business model and will benefit from the advantages offered by Taiwan’s geographical location,” said STARLUX CEO Glenn Chai. “The A350F is the perfect choice for STARLUX, offering a similar payload-range capability as previous generation freighters, but with very significant reductions in fuel consumption and carbon emissions.”

“We thank STARLUX Airlines for its ongoing confidence in Airbus and its products,” said Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales Commercial Aircraft at Airbus. “The A350F will fit seamlessly into the carrier’s latest generation all-Airbus fleet which offers unrivalled levels of technical and operational commonality. This second order from this fast-growing airline is another endorsement of the all-new A350F as the future game-changer in heavy lift markets.”

To date STARLUX Airlines operates a fleet of 26 Airbus aircraft including the A321neo, the A330neo and the A350-900.

Currently under development, the A350F can carry a payload of up to 111 tonnes and can fly up to 4,700 nautical miles / 8,700 kilometres. Powered by the latest Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, the aircraft will bring a reduction in fuel consumption and carbon emissions of up to 40% when compared to previous generation aircraft with a similar payload-range capability.

The A350F features the largest main deck cargo door in the industry, with fuselage length and capacity optimised around the industry’s standard pallets and containers. Over 70% of the airframe is made of advanced materials, resulting in a 46 tonne lighter take-off weight than the competing derivative. The A350F is also the only freighter aircraft that will fully meet ICAO’s enhanced CO₂ emissions standards, coming into effect in 2027.

At the end of November 2024, the latest generation widebody A350 Family had won 1,345 orders from 61 customers worldwide, including 55 for the all-new A350F from 10 leading cargo carriers.

Source: Airbus
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Airbus Reports 766 Commercial Aircraft Deliveries in 2024

  • Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft in 2024.
  • 878 gross orders (826 net), including 82 A330s and 142 A350s
  • Demonstrates continued momentum for widebody orderbook complementing leading position in single aisle market
  • The 2024 year end backlog stands at 8,658 aircraft.

Toulouse, France – Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft to 86 customers around the world in 2024. The Commercial Aircraft business registered 878 gross new orders. As a result, its 2024 year end backlog stood at 8,658 aircraft.

Christian Scherer, CEO Commercial Aircraft at Airbus said, “2024 confirmed sustained demand for new aircraft. We won key customer decisions with most important customers and saw phenomenal momentum for our widebody orderbook, complementing our leading position in the single aisle market. On deliveries, we kept our trajectory and celebrated several landmark firsts. These include the first ever A321XLR as well as first A330neo and A350 deliveries to several customers globally.”

Airbus’ 2024 aircraft fleet deliveries

A220 Family – 75
A320 Family – 602
A330 Family – 32
A350 Family – 57
Total: 766

“Given the complex and fast-changing environment we continue to operate in, we consider 2024 a good year. It has been a massive team effort to deliver this 2024 result. A big thanks to Team Airbus who do what they do, every day, for our customers. And a big thanks to our customers for continuing to put their trust in us and grow our partnerships across the world,” he added.

Airbus’ 2024 full year Financial Results will be disclosed on 20 February 2025.

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Global Aviation Conglomerate Highlights 2024 Challenges and Innovations in Pilot Training

Vilnius, Lithuania – headquartered global aviation training solution provider BAA Training, which operates full flight simulator training centers and flight schools around the globe, reflects on the aviation industry in 2024 as a year of innovation and operational challenges, detailing significant impacts on pilot training amid industry-wide disruptions and advancements.

Key Highlights from 2024

  • Aircraft Delivery Delays: Opportunities and Challenges
    • Boeing and Airbus delivery schedules ran 30% below target, with a backlog of 17,000 aircraft leading to a 14-year delivery timeline.
    • Airlines increasingly relied on wet and dry leasing aircraft, creating uncertainty in pilot training schedules.
    • Delays provided opportunities for initial pilot training programs, preparing pilots for operational readiness in alignment with delayed fleet arrivals.

    “Pilots aren’t a resource you can put on pause,” stated Martynas Mazeika, Chief Sales Officer at BAA Training. “Training must remain proactive, ensuring pilots are ready when operations demand.”

  • Momentum for Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) Programs
    • MPL programs gained prominence, streamlining pilot pathways and addressing pilot shortages.
    • Airlines adopting MPL have shown no signs of reverting to traditional CPL with Type Rating routes.
    • MPL’s appeal lies in offering a faster, targeted training solution amid the evolving perception of the pilot profession.

    “MPL aligns with modern airline needs, providing innovative cadet programs that appeal to aspiring pilots and support workforce recovery,” Mazeika noted.

  • AI and Automation in Pilot Training
    • AI-driven simulators enhanced personalized training, adapting to real-time pilot behavior.
    • Automation shifted pilot roles toward system management, emphasizing situational awareness and decision-making.
    • Future integration of AI is expected to optimize training schedules, introduce virtual instructors, and simulate advanced scenarios.

    “Staying ahead of technology trends is essential for long-term industry readiness,” Mazeika added.

Source: Avia Solutions Group

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US Aviation Academy Expands in 2025 – Launching New A&P Campus in Minneapolis

Texas, United States – headquartered US Aviation Academy (USAA), one of the largest aviation and pilot training organizations in North America, has launched its fourth FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) training location in Minneapolis, just a few miles north of Minneapolis-Saint Paul at Anoka County-Blaine Airport. This FAA Part 147 approved aircraft mechanic school hosted its first class in November 2024. Classes start using nearby space, but four large classrooms just finished construction inside US Aviation’s 50,000 square foot training facility. The new, accelerate A&P program is just 8 months, compared to other programs typically lasting two years. Training includes hands-on shop time with removing, rebuilding, fabricating, troubleshooting various aircraft components, along with theory and lecture classes. US Aviation provides its students with all books, tools, and materials necessary for training. Students even get to work on Lear Jets and Boeing 747 engines! Those interested in applying can do so through the school website at USAviationAcademy.com.

​According to Oliver Wyman “Aviation executives ranked a potential mechanics’ shortage MRO’s No. 1 headache in Oliver Wyman’s annual survey earlier this year.” Industry wide, the Aviation Technical Education Council (ATEC), Boeing, and Oliver Wyman have all predicted massive labor shortages for A&P mechanics over the next decade. Airlines are already feeling the pinch, with sign-on bonuses as high as $40,000. Many local job opportunities exist at bothMinneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and the surrounding area. Graduates from US Aviation Academy can look forward to entering a prosperous aircraft maintenance technician career in just 8 months.

About US Aviation Academy
US Aviation Group came under current ownership in 2006 and has grown from a hand full of Piper Warriors and a Seneca to one of the largest Part 141 flight academies in the country with over 165 aircraft at seven locations. US Aviation’s growth is a product of professionalism, a commitment to safety, and excellence in training. These core values have made US Aviation Academy the choice flight training partners for colleges nationwide. In 2021 US Aviation launched its first Part 147 airframe and powerplant mechanic program which is rapidly expanding with four locations. New flight and mechanic campuses are coming soon.

Source: US Aviation Academy
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US Flight Training Group Hillsboro Aero Academy to Exhibit at Pilot Expo 2025 in February in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium – The upcoming Pilot Expo 2025, taking place on February 21–22, will feature Hillsboro Aero Academy, a leading US-based flight training provider. The academy is set to showcase its comprehensive training programs designed to prepare pilots for global aviation careers.

  • Hillsboro Aero Academy offers dual FAA and EASA licensing programs, enabling students to pursue careers in both US and European markets.
  • The academy partners with Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air to provide direct career pathways for graduates.
  • Located in Oregon, USA, the academy provides training for both airplane and helicopter licenses in a dynamic flight environment.
  • Attendees at the Pilot Expo 2025 in Brussels will have the opportunity to learn more about Hillsboro Aero Academy’s unique offerings.

About Hillsboro Aero Academy
Hillsboro Aero Academy, based in Oregon, USA, is a renowned flight training provider offering airplane and helicopter pilot training. The academy specializes in dual FAA and EASA licensing programs and maintains partnerships with leading airlines to facilitate career placements for its graduates.

Source: Pilot Expo
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