Aerotime

JUNE 4, 2024

The Airline Pilot Club (APC), a leader in aviation training and pilot development, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Evidence-Based Training (EBT) and Performance Evidence-Based Training (PEBT) Optimization Suite.

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Pilot Airlines Airline Approach 271

Aerotime

AUGUST 15, 2024

However, as the twin jet Embraer ERJ 175 approached JACt, the pilot revealed that he did not have the proper qualification to land at the airport, according to a passenger on the plane. The flight landed at SLC safely, and the pilot was replaced by one who had a landing qualification. The flight eventually headed to Jackson Hole.

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Pilot Weather Runway Approach 302

Aerotime

JULY 29, 2024

An easyJet pilot was taken to the hospital after fainting during a flight from London to Lisbon. The pilot was met by paramedics upon landing and transported the pilot to Lisbon’s Santa Maria Hospital for medical evaluation and treatment. It is typically indicated to ensure the safety of passengers and crew on the airplane.

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Pilot Airplanes Airline Airlines 272

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has urged Virgin Australia pilots to accept a new contract that will see salaries increase by 21% over three years. The Fair Work Commission was asked to step in after Virgin Australia pilots represented by the Transport Workers Union voted against a proposed agreement in July 2024.

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Pilot Airlines Airline 223

Aerotime

JULY 12, 2024

Aer Lingus pilots’ union has called off its planned weeks-long industrial action, having reached a new pay increase deal recommended by the Labor Court. The industrial action began on June 26, 2024, when pilots demanded a 24% pay increase. Aer Lingus pilots deserve to protect their purchasing power.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 292

Aerotime

JULY 1, 2024

Aer Lingus has stopped one of its pilot benefits as a result of continued industrial action over pay. According to IALPA, an estimated 100 Aer Lingus pilots are based in the UK due to the high cost of living in Ireland and commute to the airline base using discounted flight tickets.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 272

Aerotime

JULY 17, 2024

Flydubai is in the midst of a recruitment drive to support the low-cost carrier’s growth with pilots, cabin crew and engineers most in need. The airline’s workforce has ballooned to 5,800 professionals from 140 different countries, with 1,200 of them employed as pilots.

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Cabin Crew Pilot Airlines Airline 284

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

To understand how pilots divide responsibilities during flight, Jekaterina Shalopanova, Chief Business Officer of Aerviva, explains how pilots manage who is flying the airplane and other important parts of crew resource management (CRM). In air transport, CRM is the practice of splitting responsibility.

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Pilot Air Traffic Control Approach Flight Deck 170

Aerotime

JULY 26, 2024

Just over a week after Vertical Aerospace unveiled its new full-scale VX4 eVTOL prototype, the UK-based pioneer has confirmed that the aircraft has completed its first tethered piloted flight.

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Pilot Thrust Lift Aviation Technology 298

Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

British Airways has announced a £21 million investment in its Speedbird Pilot Academy, which will allow up to 200 aspiring pilots to train without the burden of self-funding the £100,000 cost. The Speedbird Pilot Academy, launched last year, already supports 100 future pilots chosen from over 20,000 applicants.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 250

Aerotime

JUNE 5, 2024

According to Emirates, the advanced pilot training programme uses CBTA training methodology that combines IATA’s principles and documentation, the carrier’s operational expertise and resources, and Airbus’ CBTA training experience on the A350 that spans over 10 years.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 284

AV Web

AUGUST 8, 2024

Pilot’s associations are sounding the alarm on Airbus’ proposal to move towards single-pilot operations in the cockpit. 6 letter to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury, Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) President Capt. In an Aug.

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Cockpit Pilot Flight Deck Airline 140

Thrust Flight

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Here’s a look at Southwest’s operations, pilot salaries, and how to get a job with […] The post Southwest Airlines Pilot Salary – How to Become a Southwest Pilot appeared first on Thrust Flight. Passengers love to fly with them, and flight crews love working for them.

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Pilot Thrust Airlines Airline 98

Thrust Flight

JULY 26, 2024

In this post we’ll explore what an airline pilot salary actually looks like in 2024. Nearly all pilots choose the career because of their love for flying, but the above-average pilot salary is a nice bonus. But if you’re considering becoming an airline pilot, you’re likely wondering, “how much do airline pilots make?”

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Pilot Thrust Airlines Airline 98

Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 22, 2024

On August 15th, the Hawker Typhoon Preservation Group organized a unique event, bringing together a WWII Typhoon pilot with a modern-day RAF Eurofighter Typhoon pilot, creating a rare opportunity to establish a remarkable legacy. The group is consistently active, hosting numerous fundraising and veterans appreciation events.

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Pilot Jet 108

Thrust Flight

AUGUST 30, 2024

In this article I’m going to share some of the best gifts for pilots I can find (and some I’ve even gifted). For someone outside of aviation, shopping for the pilot in your life might seem a bit of a challenge. So most of the gift ideas for […] The post 26 Best Gifts for Pilots appeared first on Thrust Flight.

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Pilot Thrust 98

Inspire

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

By Sharon Puschmann, EAA 1382843 Pilots come in all shapes and sizes with different motivations, drives, and desires. Some are inspired by family members, military ambitions, or dreams of becoming an airline pilot. Our 2023 Ray scholar, Josiah Harding, EAA 1481653, opened our eyes to something more.

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Pilot Hangar Airline Airlines 98

Thrust Flight

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This article provides an overview of Air Wisconsin pilot pay, offering insights into the financial aspects of a career with the airline. With salaries varying based on flight hours and positions, from First Officers to Captains, understanding the pay scale is crucial for aspiring and current pilots alike.

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Pilot Thrust Airline Airlines 98

Jetwhine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Jetwhine A Part 91 corporate pilot tells the story of his first flying job in a swept-wing jet aircraft, both the good and the bad.

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Pilot Jet Air Traffic Control General Aviation 119

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

As of November 2024, 20 pilots from European ultra low cost carrier EasyJet will work at Virgin Atlantic for a period of three years, where they’re expected to rack up around 1,500 flying hours. Meanwhile, easyJet’s extensive basing network will allow us to attract pilots from across Europe, reaching new audiences.

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Pilot Flight Deck Jet Airlines 113

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Last week, the US ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) Spirit Airlines announced that 186 pilots were furloughed. The news came after the airline announced a net loss of $193 million in the second quarter. It is common for airlines to downgrade, furlough, or let go of their workforce to manage operating costs and expenses.

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Pilot Airlines Airline 98

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

For some (or probably many) aviation enthusiasts who arent pilots, knowing exactly when to start descending towards the airport is a topic that mystifies them. The variables that impact this calculation are considerable, as pilots need to factor in speed, wind, distance, and altitude, just to name a few.

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Pilot 111

Thrust Flight

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Envoy travels to over 150 cities in North America. […] The post Discover an Envoy Pilot Salary (and How to Get a Job as an Envoy Air Pilot) appeared first on Thrust Flight. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group.

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Pilot Thrust Airline Airlines 98

Simple Flying

AUGUST 18, 2024

There are several certifications one must obtain in order to become an airline pilot. The typical certifications one should expect to get are the Student Pilot Certificate, Private Pilot's License (PPL), Instrument Rating (IR), Commercial Pilot's License (CPL), Multi-engine ratings (multi), and Airline Transport Pilot's License (ATPL).

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Pilot Airline Airlines General Aviation 111

AV Web

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Air Canada will start winding down operations on Sunday as it prepares for its 5,400 pilots to go on strike on Sept. Air Canada has argued that the barriers to entry are lower because there is no 1500-hour rule and airline pilots are harder to come by. The post Air Canada Pilots Set To Strike Sept. 18 appeared first on AVweb.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 102

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Negotiations often take unexpected twists and turns, but it seems Air Canada is writing its own playbook for bargaining with pilots. The airline announced today that it is finalizing contingency plans to suspend most of its operations.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 119

AV Web

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Air Force pilots could mean that recent T-38 pilot-training graduates could find themselves assigned to non-combat roles, such as instructor pilots or flying transports and air-to-air refuelers. According to a memo, the Air Force reported that the service is short by 1,848 pilots “with 1,142 of those being fighter pilots.”

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Pilot 93

WayMan

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The aviation industry is known for offering rewarding careers, but many aspiring pilots wonder: who pays more? Factors Influencing Pilot Salaries Several factors may affect how much a pilot earns. Factors Influencing Pilot Salaries Several factors may affect how much a pilot earns. The airlines or cargo?

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Cargo Pilot Airlines Airline 52

AV Web

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported yesterday that a federal jury has convicted a pilot of twice making false statements to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on his application for a Class 1 medical certificate. The case, dating back to June, involves pilot Olukayode Ojo, 36, of Dallas, Texas.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 124

Airline Geeks

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Pilots from the European low-cost-carrier will be able to gain experience in the right seat of a Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350.

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Pilot 130

Simple Flying

AUGUST 27, 2024

There has never been a better time to become a pilot in the history of commercial aviation. Stories abound of pilot shortages. And the stories are not fictional estimates reach as high as 60,000 pilots needed by the end of this decade. Airlines and corporate operations alike are in a near-continuous search for pilots.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 116

Simple Flying

JULY 14, 2024

The question of how much money commercial pilots make is complicated. This article will discuss pilot salary data provided by Yahoo! While the information varies, it is clear that pilots earn more in some regions of the world than others (and that US-based pilots are comparatively well paid). Finance and Florida Flyers.

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Pilot 111

AOPA

AUGUST 29, 2024

Seaplane pilots need a pump to remove bilge water from the floats and a paddle to maneuver near docks and obstacles. Two Maine seaplane pilots have combined the functions of those essential accessories in the Paddle Pump.

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Pilot 95

Plane and Pilot

JUNE 19, 2024

After nearly 10 days in the skies over Miami in December 1933, Richey, … Read More "This Incredible Pilot: Helen Richey" The post This Incredible Pilot: Helen Richey appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine. It was like “wrestling a cobra in a hurricane,” Helen Richey said.

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Pilot Airline Airlines 95

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

There’s some good news for Air Canada passengers… Air Canada pilots get tentative four-year contract Air Canada and the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) have just agreed on a new tentative contract for the 5,200+ pilots at Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge. The new contract for Air Canada pilots reportedly offers $1.9

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Pilot Airlines Airline 73

Airline Geeks

JUNE 28, 2024

Mesa is the latest airline to reduce its pilot workforce, citing "a significant and unexpected reduction in pilot attrition levels."

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Pilot Airlines Airline 126

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

And now, the airline has taken the initiative by calling all its pilots for additional training at its Dallas headquarters. Following several safety-related incidents, Southwest Airlines has been under the microscope this year, with the Federal Aviation Authority also scrutinizing the carriers procedures.

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Pilot Airlines Airline 122