Training and Workforce

News about simulators and training procedures, as well as workforce.

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Vision Jet Spurs Proposed Change in ATP Training Regs

The proposal would remove a requirement for multiengine training for pilots seeking an initial ATP concurrently with single-engine rating.

Training and Workforce

December 21, 2018

ASG: Flights Schools Decline, But Trainers Up in AsPac

Consolidation is leading to a shrinking number of flight schools in the Asia Pacific region, but demand for pilots is pushing up the training fleet.

Training and Workforce

December 18, 2018

Episode 15: Familiar Departure, Busted Altitude | AIN's Tales from the Flight Deck Podcast

An unanticipated enroute stop-over throws a curve to an experienced crew.

Safety

December 18, 2018

Directional Aviation Has Lofty Aspirations for SimCom

Under Directional Aviation's wing, SimCom plans three subdivisions: owner-flown pilot training, bizjet fleet pilot training, and a new pilot academy.

Training and Workforce

December 13, 2018

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CAE Renews BizAv Fleet Operator Training Agreements

The global flight training provider has signed contracts with several business aircraft operators.

Training and Workforce

December 13, 2018

Academy 147 Successfully Exploits Mx Training Niche

After Andy Trinchero saw a gap in the market for maintenance training focused on business jets, he has now filled that niche.

Maintenance and Modifications

December 11, 2018

Women in Aviation on a Mission at MEBAA

Women are a growing segment of the aviation workforce, and opportunities abound.

Training and Workforce

December 11, 2018

More FSI Training Options for Middle East

U.S. provider offers new courses in Farnborough and Paris for Falcon, Gulfstream, Pilatus,and other platforms.

Training and Workforce

December 10, 2018

Saudi Academy Orders 60 Diamond Trainers

Saudi-CAE training center announced last year to take Diamond single- and twin-engine aircraft for flight instruction.

Aircraft

December 10, 2018

CAE Eyes Looming Middle East Pilot Shortage

The Canadian training provider and simulator manufacturer says business aviation pilots have an average age of 49, older than in airlines.

Training and Workforce

December 10, 2018

University Gets FAA BVLOS Waiver for UAS Courses

Kansas State Polytechnic incorporates flying beyond visual line of sight into UAS curriculum.

Training and Workforce

December 10, 2018

FSI Recognizes 4,000th Master Technician

Joe Ping, manager of aircraft maintenance for Cummins’ Global Integrated Services – Aviation, achieved the milestone certificate for G280 training.

Training and Workforce

December 10, 2018

APS Boasts All Master CFI-A Instructor Staff

All of Aviation Performance Solutions’ upset recovery training instructors in the U.S. are now Master Certified Flight Instructors.

Training and Workforce

December 5, 2018

GMSTEK Acquires Aircraft Information Guide Publisher

The FBO management system provider has purchased Aircraft Service Directory creator Sandpiper Media

Training and Workforce

December 3, 2018

Avidyne 2019 Avionics Training Schedule Released

Avionics training is provided by Gary Reeves and PilotSafety.org, Avidyne's official training partner.

Avionics

November 27, 2018

Cambodia Prepares for First Pilot Training School

A proliferation of new airlines in Cambodia warrants local training needs.

Airlines

November 26, 2018

Oriens Adds PC-12 Flight Training at London Biggin Hill

The UK's exclusive Pilatus service center and PC-12 sales dealer sees a growing number of the turboprop single at the airport.

Maintenance and Modifications

November 26, 2018

Episode 14: One Turn of the Wrench Exposes SMS Flaws | AIN's Tales from the Flight Deck Podcast

A U.S. navy mechanic becomes determined to fix safety management systems after an accident revealed flaws in the safety program.

Maintenance and Modifications

November 16, 2018

CAE To Buy Bombardier's Bizav Training Biz for $645M

Acquisition is “highly complementary “ to CAE and will expand its position in the largest and fastest-growing segment of the bizav training market.

Training and Workforce

November 8, 2018

Revised ATP Type Rating Standards Proposed

Standards provide the aeronautical knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency elements necessary for ATP flight training and testing.

Regulations and Government

November 6, 2018