The US Air Force has awarded a $835.6 million contract to US Aviation Academy for early-stage pilot training under the Initial Pilot Training program. The agreement runs through December 2035 and will cover foundational flight instruction to US and international military pilot candidates.
TAAG Angola Airlines has partnered with Lufthansa Consulting to overhaul its processes, while also signing an agreement with Boeing to expand competency-based training programs for pilots. The carrier has welcomed its fourth B787-9 and added a new Airbus A220 aircraft to its fleet as part of its modernization efforts.
Piper Aircraft is proud to announce its first domestic order for the newly-introduced diesel-powered multi-engine trainer, the Seminole DX. Skyborne Airline Academy has placed an order for five aircraft, marking a significant milestone in advancing pilot training capabilities.
Piper Aircraft has selected eight new brand ambassadors for its ambassador program, which supports students at select Flight School Alliance programs. These students will share their experiences and interests with social media followers, Breaking Defense reports.
Pilatus and Lockheed Martin have partnered under an offset project to develop an advanced next-generation pilot training system. This will allow Pilatus to provide a bespoke solution to customers operating fifth-generation frontline aircraft, such as the F-35.
Pilatus has partnered with FlightSafety International (FSI) to develop a comprehensive PC-24 training program, including a state-of-the-art simulator. The simulator offers a highly realistic environment for pilots to train, reducing costs and enhancing safety.
Joby Aviation has received its first CAE flight simulator, a fixed-based training device that will be qualified by the FAA as a Level 7 Flight Training Device. The second unit, a full-motion simulator, is expected to arrive later this year.
Four people were killed in an Epic E1000 turboprop crash at Steamboat Springs Airport, Colorado. The aircraft departed Kansas City's Charles B.
Cessna's M-346 is revolutionizing military pilot training with its integrated training system. Lt Col Gianpaolo Pantaloni explores the impact of the Italian International Flight Training School on fighter pilot training in a recent piece.