Training and Workforce

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

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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

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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

NAC To Open Midrand Heliport

New facility will bring all NAC’s helicopter activities to one self-owned and operated center, including training and maintenance.

Maintenance and Modifications

November 4, 2018

Flying into Tough Airports: Aspen, Colorado

Flying into Tough Airports: Aspen, Colorado

Training and Workforce

November 2, 2018

Torqued: How Ready Is Your Airport in the Event of an Emergency?

Pilots should make an effort to learn what plans are in place for emergency activities at the airports they visit frequently.

Safety

November 1, 2018

Air Methods To Be First Helo Part 135 ADE

Air Methods is training 90 percent of it pilots In simulators.

Rotorcraft

October 31, 2018

Baker's Dozen of Spey Engines Donated To A&P Program

These engines will provide real-world experience for students enrolled in Hallmark University's A&P degree program.

Maintenance and Modifications

October 31, 2018

FAA, Industry Collaborate on Part 135 Training Changes

Recent guidance is one of several updates anticipated.

Training and Workforce

October 29, 2018

UK Startup Seeking Funding for Innovative Trainer

Aeralis has devised a modular trainer concept built around a common fuselage that can be adapted to answer basic and advanced training needs.

Aircraft

October 28, 2018

Directional Aviation Acquiring SimCom

SimCom provides pilot training for jet, turboprop, and piston aircraft using FAA-qualified flight training devices and full-motion simulators.

Training and Workforce

October 23, 2018