What Happened
New Facility Addresses Industry Shortage of Skilled Rotary Wing Professionals
Airbus has launched a new helicopter academy in the UK, providing a hub for rotary wing technical training for pilots, engineering technicians, and aerospace leaders. The academy, which will train 400 individuals annually, aims to address the industry’s shortage of skilled rotary wing specialists. With a focus on advanced engineering type-training, pilot training, and executive leadership management modules, the academy is expected to improve the UK’s competitiveness and strengthen its role as a center of excellence for rotary wing training. This development was first reported by AeroTime.