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MSU Denver Partners with Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology in 2025

Denver, Colorado, USA – MSU Denver has formally signed an articulation agreement with Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology, establishing a pathway for Spartan graduates to receive credit for their coursework at MSU Denver. The signing ceremony, held in January 2025, highlights the institutions’ collaboration to support aspiring aviation professionals.

  • The agreement enables students trained at Spartan College, including those at its Broomfield campus, to seamlessly transfer credits to MSU Denver, furthering their academic and career aspirations.
  • The Broomfield Community Foundation has also provided scholarships to support students on Spartan’s Broomfield campus.
  • MSU Denver’s Camden Farmer has already facilitated credit transfers for Spartan alumni, showcasing the success of this partnership.
  • Spartan College, founded in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has a long-standing history in aviation education (particularly in flight and maintenance training)

Source: Shaun Schafer
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Leading Provider of Fire Trainers Flame Aviation Installs New Fire Trainer for Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong – On January 19, 2025, Flame Aviation officially launched the new V9000 Commander™ XR next-generation fire trainer at Cathay Pacific. Thanks to Cathay Pacific’s thorough preparations, the on-site acceptance went seamlessly. Following the launch, a group of instructors and technicians were trained on operating and maintaining the fire trainer.

The installation was particularly challenging because the fire trainer had to be hoisted to the seventh floor (!) of the training center and brought inside through the façade. Despite these complexities, the operation was completed successfully.

This is the second V9000 Commander™ in Hong Kong since Hong Kong Airlines has one in operation since 2019 and is installed on the rooftop of the eleven story high HKA headquarters. This new device offers Cathay Pacific all possible inflight fire scenarios, something this state-of-the-art fire trainer is specifically designed for.

Flame Aviation is recognized as the industry standard in fire trainers, making it the preferred choice for airlines and training centers worldwide. The sophisticed, high-quality and reliable fire trainers are trusted globally to deliver effective and realistic fire training.

Source: Flame Aviation
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UK Veterans’ Flying School Wings4Warriors Takes Off in 2025

Staverton, UK – Wings4Warriors, a UK military charity, has launched a dedicated flight training centre for veterans at Gloucestershire Airport. The Veterans’ Flying School was officially opened by HRH The Princess Royal on 16 January 2025 and will train veterans as professional pilots on a not-for-profit basis.

The ceremony, also attended by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Gloucestershire, Mr. Edward Gillespie, began with an introduction by Gloucestershire Airport’s Managing Director, Jason Ivey, and Mark Radcliffe, Founder of Wings for Warriors. Her Royal Highness toured the facility, observing a lesson in progress, speaking with instructors and students, and meeting key supporters, trustees and veterans who have benefited from the programme.

Wings4Warriors was founded in 2012 after founder Mark Radcliffe, then a flight instructor, met an amputee Royal Marine with dreams of becoming a commercial pilot. Since then, the charity has supported more than 30 veterans into aviation careers, including former Royal Engineer Sam Taylor, severely injured in Afghanistan, and now flying for a major UK airline.

“Having our own charitable training school is a game changer. It allows us to significantly reduce the financial burden of commercial pilot training, with fees around 40% of the standard cost. This makes us an excellent prospect for airlines seeking to partner with an innovative cadet programme as an intelligent solution to their recruitment needs. We also have support from leading industry training partners, including Padpilot and Private Radar, so we’re able to deliver a learning experience which is second to none. The net result is a newly qualified First Officer who brings real-world experience, and a work ethic rarely found elsewhere,” said Mark Radcliffe.

The Veterans’ Flying School is an Approved Training Organisation (ATO), offering veterans a pathway to training as airline pilots pro bono. This has been made possible by the generous support of key stakeholders including the CABWI Awarding Body, Armed Forces Covenant Trust and Veterans’ Foundation. The school aims to train 6-10 veterans every 18 months.

“It’s the least we can do for those who’ve given so much for our freedom. Nothing brings the Padpilot team greater joy than to be able to support these incredible people into the air through the VFS,” said Nathan Gray, CEO of Padpilot and former Royal Navy Commander.

“We are incredibly proud to be home to the Veterans’ Flying School and we look forward to seeing these individuals soar in their new endeavours,” said Jason Ivey, Managing Director, Gloucestershire Airport

The event concluded with the unveiling of the plaque and a touching moment when The Princess Royal was presented with a posy by Mr. Radcliffe’s young daughters, Molly and Emma.

About Wings 4 Warriors
Wings4Warriors is a UK registered charity (no. 1148093) that provides wounded, injured, or sick service men and women with a future worth fighting for by training them as professional pilots. W4W offers a range of programs designed to address the physical, psychological, and economic needs of veterans and their families.

About Private Radar
Private Radar flight school management software serves over a hundred flight schools and aero clubs in more than 30 countries, helping them manage operations and enhance safety protocols.

About Padpilot
Padpilot creates digital teaching and learning resources for pilot training. Their digital courseware enables training providers to deliver comprehensive, engaging ground school for student pilots during the theoretical knowledge phase of training. 

About Gloucestershire Airport
Gloucestershire Airport is a thriving general aviation airport and offers a range of services including flight training, aircraft maintenance, and business charter. The airport is committed to supporting the local community and promoting aviation as a career path.

Source: Wings4Warriors
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Pilot Expo 2025 to Showcase Numerous Airline Career Opportunities Including from ASL Airlines

Brussels, Belgium – The exhibitor lineup for Pilot Expo 2025 continues to grow, with ASL Airlines Belgium, ASL Airlines France, and ASL Airlines Ireland confirmed to participate. These prominent carriers, known for their expertise in cargo and passenger aviation, will be present at the event to connect with piltos.

  • ASL Airlines operates scheduled cargo flights throughout Europe for global giants like Amazon, FedEx, and DHL Express, making it a key player in the e-commerce and logistics sector.
  • Pilots with ASL Airlines France benefit from a dual focus on cargo and passenger operations, operating Boeing 737s out of major French airports like Paris CDG.
  • Currently hiring First Officers, Captains and Engineers with positions available across Ireland, France, and Belgium.

Source: Pilot Expo
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Global Pilot Training Group Ansett Aviation Training Highlights 2025 ATR600 Training Offering in Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – based Ansett Aviation Training Dubai, a full flight simulator training center part of the global training center network of Ansett Aviation Training (AAT), has highlighted its ATR600 training offering in Dubai. AAT launched the new training center in 2023 and since 2024 is operating EASA certified ATR72-600 and Airbus A320neo full flight simulators from its training center in Dubai South.

The training center has welcomed a number of different operators from the Middle East, Asia and Africa and has obtained regulator approval’s from a number of countries.

AAT position’s its training offering advantages as:

  • Flexibility to offer airlines/operators both dry and wet training
  • Ease of access and connectivity – being located just a few minutes from the Dubai World Central Airport
  • Unique training environment – incorporating its global training standards while being located in the world’s leading independent SEP training center.

Source: Ansett Aviation Training Dubai

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