UK CAA refreshes its STEM website fearing future skill shortage
The UK CAA has recently completed a revamp of its Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM) dedicated website citing that it has been recognised by the aviation community that there will be an anticipated shortage of skilled aviation professionals in the near future. The CAA says that “it is important we support the ambitions and interests of everyone to create opportunities which are inclusive and engaging for all. “Our...
Research project improving pilot assessment methods
Backed by a $1 million US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant, Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University Presidential Fellow Dr Barbara Holder is working to develop more effective training programmes that integrate pilots’ technical skills, such as operating aircraft controls, and non-technical skills, like decision making and other Crew Resource Management (CRM) skills. “The FAA wants airline operators to ensure that pilots are...
Big differences flying a turboprop vs piston aircraft
Charlie Gasmire from the Airplane Academy gets checked out on the Kodiak 100 turboprop for the first time. According to the youtuber flying a turboprop is some ways similar to a piston aircraft, and in a lot of ways it’s quite different. In this video Gasmire showcases the main differences between flying both types including some of the new terminology and concepts learnt. Furthermore Gasmire demonstrates how these differences...
Gloucestershire Airport ATC overhaul and sale update
Gloucestershire Airport is planning a £500,000 refurbishment of its ATC facilities over the coming months to help it keep its number one slot as the UK’s busiest general aviation airport. The current ATC tower facilities are apparently in need of some refurbishment, including a general rewire, upgraded comms system and new desk suite. As Gloucester is also a MET reporting station, the airport management are also upgrading its...
Booker Aviation launches hour building package
Booker Aviation, based at Wycombe Air Park in Buckinghamshire, has launched a new hours building package for pilots wanting to build hours and experience ahead of commencing their Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) training. Under the modular training system, PPL holders wishing to progress to CPL training must have first obtained a minimum of 200 hours flight time and with this in mind Booker Aviation is now offering discounted packages....
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