Civil Aviation
7 April 2025 Rick Adams Tanja Schmidt began her role with the International Air Transport Association in September 2024, inheriting a department which manages hundreds of training courses across dozens of airline-related categories. She sat down with Rick Adams to discuss how the role is going and what training changes are coming.
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IATA's 2024 Annual Safety Report revealed another year of strong overall safety performance, but it took a step back from the exceptional performance seen in 2023, underscoring the ongoing need for rigorous training programmes and safety protocols across the aviation sector. 27 February 2025
New visual technology enhances aerospace training by integrating MyIG into Merlin’s engineering flight simulators. 26 February 2025
German electric aircraft manufacturer Lilium has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in four months, casting fresh doubt over the commercial viability of electric aviation just as a new industry report highlights the potential for battery-powered aircraft to cut short-haul flight emissions by up to 70%. 26 February 2025
Entrol's ENWALL introduces distortion-free visuals with a modular LED system, enhancing helicopter and fixed-wing training. 25 February 2025
Avsoft partners with PSA Airlines to deliver custom CRJ 700/900 training, enhancing pilot education through e-learning. 25 February 2025
MAB Academy is strengthening its DGR training with innovative technology, gaining IATA accreditation to enhance industry skills. 24 February 2025
Airways Aviation expands its global reach with new partnerships, boosting training and aircraft maintenance capabilities. 24 February 2025
Spirit Airlines has been recognized for its commitment to maintenance training and safety. 24 February 2025
Skyborne is expanding its UK training capabilities, bringing new opportunities for aspiring airline pilots. 24 February 2025
Kenya Airways and London Metropolitan University have partnered to enhance aviation education and workforce development in Kenya. 24 February 2025
Fosen High School in Norway is expanding aviation training with a second advanced simulation device for the Boeing 737. 22 February 2025
ATP Flight School will provide eligible alumni with free Airbus A320 type ratings and ATP CTP training. 21 February 2025
A new dedicated forum for cabin crew training leaders will debut at the World Aviation Training Summit (WATS) 2025, creating a fresh opportunity for discussion and action in this crucial sector of aviation training. 21 February 2025
Transfr Inc. showcased its VR platform, demonstrating how it enhanced career exploration and training. 20 February 2025
Rick Adams, FRAeS, explores Lufthansa Aviation Training’s vast reach, from airline cadets to astronauts and cutting-edge simulator advancements. 19 February 2025
The UAE GCAA and AMMROC signed an MoU to enhance aviation training, focusing on skills development and operational excellence. 19 February 2025
Robert W. Moorman explores the rising cost of pilot training, financial aid challenges, and evolving solutions shaping the path to an airline career. 19 February 2025
Embry-Riddle’s Prescott Campus opened a $16 million flight training center, enhancing simulation-based education with advanced technology. 19 February 2025
Various organizations and lenders offer financial assistance to help aspiring pilots afford flight training costs. 19 February 2025
CPaT Global partners with Longtail Aviation to enhance training with customizable courses and advanced learning tools. 18 February 2025