Training and Workforce

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

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NBAA To Host Virtual Safety Week

Virtual Safety Week will feature NBAA's popular safety programs traditionally held in tandem with the association's annual convention.

Safety

September 4, 2020

DEF Field Test Kit Now Available for Aircraft Fuelers

After several incidents where business aircraft had their fuel systems contaminated with diesel exhaust fluid, a new field test kit is now available.

Fuel

September 2, 2020

German Company Receives Phenom Training Approval

Bremen, Germany-based Atlas Air Service is now offering type rating training courses for the Embraer Phenom 100 and 300 light jets.

Training and Workforce

September 1, 2020

CAE Expands Online Mx Training for Bizjets

CAE's business jet maintenance training includes several different aircraft platforms from Bombardier, Dassault, and Gulfstream.

Maintenance and Modifications

August 26, 2020

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Cirrus Expands European Training, Finance Options

Pilots flying under European regulations can obtain their Cirrus Vision Jet type rating at Aero Poznan's facility in Poland.

Aircraft

August 18, 2020

CAE Plans Restructuring During Covid-19 Recovery

CAE will consolidate facilities, shift simulators, lay off about 350 workers, and accelerate digital initiatives, the company said.

Training and Workforce

August 13, 2020

USAIG Safety Bucks Fully Cover Airbus Helo IIMC Course

Aircraft insurer USAIG customers can now use their $2,500 Safety Bucks To Cover Airbus Helicopters' IIMC Course.

Rotorcraft

August 4, 2020

ATAC, Draken, Tactical Air Secure ‘Red Air’ Work

The U.S. Air Force is rolling out its CAF/CAS program to provide contractorized adversary air services across its fighter bases.

Aircraft

July 31, 2020

SimVenture Flyers Get a Taste of Oshkosh Operations

While this year's EAA AirVenture show was canceled, there was a way for pilots to try their hand at flying into a simulated version of the iconic airfield.

Training and Workforce

July 30, 2020

DOT Names 20 Industry Reps for Aviation Jobs Task Force

NBAA's Jo Damato is among the 20 appointees to a new DOT task force that will work to encourage high school students to pursue aviation careers.

Training and Workforce

July 28, 2020

Qatari Typhoon Simulator to Use CAE's Medallion MR Visuals

Qatar’s Typhoon pilots will train in simulators equipped with CAE’s highly realistic vision system under a contract managed by BAE Systems.

Training and Workforce

July 20, 2020

UK Launches Digital Skills Resource

With a rapidly-growing demand for a digitally competent workforce, the UK is launching a digital learning and information portal.

Aircraft

July 20, 2020

FlightAware Live Traffic Feeds Microsoft’s New Sim

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 will include real-time live traffic from all over the world, provided by FlightAware.

Training and Workforce

July 7, 2020

FlightSafety Mixes Reality in New Simulator

FlightSafety's new mixed-reality training devices will expand pilot training opportunities and help lower training costs.

Training and Workforce

July 1, 2020

Training Providers Prepare for Post-Covid Future

While grappling with new health and safety protocols, flight training schools are finding resiliency with new online tools.

Training and Workforce

July 1, 2020

Desktop Simulators Shine During Pandemic

For pilots stuck without the ability to stay current by flying, desktop simulation offers are potent alternative.

Training and Workforce

July 1, 2020

Horizon Academy's Bell 505 Fleet Tops 1,000 Hours

UAE's Horizon International Flight Academy achieved the milestone with the 12 Bell 505 light singles it's received since January.

Rotorcraft

July 1, 2020

Aaron Brings Helicopter Upset Training to Southern Utah

Chuck Aaron's helicopter upset and instrument training coming to Southern Utah University.

Rotorcraft

June 29, 2020

Big Pharma Firm Donates GIVs to University Mx Programs

Eli Lilly and Company donated two Gulfstream IVs to aviation maintenance programs at Purdue University and Vincennes University.

Maintenance and Modifications

June 26, 2020

Bell Expanding Virtual Training Offerings

Bell is expanding its virtual training offerings during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Rotorcraft

June 24, 2020