9 September 2026
The Pilot Shortage Paradox: Why Many Cadets Still Struggle to Get Their First Airline Job
BAA Training examines why long-term pilot shortage forecasts can coexist with intense competition for entry-level First…
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9 September 2026
NASA Establishes State Hubs to Grow Technical Aerospace Workforce
NASA has awarded approximately $10.5 million to seven institutions to establish state-based pathways into skilled technical…
9 September 2026
National Skills Fund Terminates Flyfofa Aviation Contract
The National Skills Fund has terminated its Flyfofa Aviation agreement and begun a process to continue…
9 September 2026
SACAA Standardises Proof of Theoretical Knowledge Instruction
From 14 September 2026, SACAA will accept only Form CA 61-184 as proof of theoretical knowledge…
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STEM School Accelerates Aviation Career Opportunities for Ethiopian Youth
Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing have concluded the fourth edition of their six-week STEM School at…
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Flight Training in South Africa: Planning Beyond the 45-Hour Minimum
A realistic PPL budget needs to cover more than the next flight. Part Three of…
United and CAE Complete Phase One Expansion of World’s Largest Pilot Training Facility
United Airlines and CAE have completed phase one of an expansion at United’s Flight Training…
Tanzania Positions Itself to Benefit More From Drone Technology
The Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority has launched a National Drone Team to strengthen coordination, regulation…
Airports of Mauritius Seeks Advanced Airfield Operations Training Provider
Airports of Mauritius Co Ltd (AML) is inviting proposals from aviation training organisations to design…
SA Transport Minister Calls for More Women in Specialist Aviation Roles
South Africa’s Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy, has called for greater representation of women in specialised…
Flight Training in South Africa: What to Verify Before You Enrol
Before enrolling at a South African flying school, prospective students should verify the ATO’s approval,…
Rwanda’s Five-Year Shift to Risk-Based Aviation Oversight
Rwanda is replacing fixed aviation inspection cycles with a risk-based oversight model that will use…
Becoming a Student Pilot: What to Consider Before You Begin
Thinking about becoming a pilot? Before committing to flight training, prospective students should consider their…
South Africa’s Drone Sector Waits for Long-Delayed Regulatory Changes
South Africa’s drone sector is awaiting regulatory changes affecting remote pilot licensing and lower-risk operations,…
IATA Launches Safety Workshops under Focus Africa
IATA has launched monthly CASIP workshops and webinars to strengthen safety management and operations across…
Aviation Training Must Build Operational Readiness, Not Just Qualifications
Alt Academy speakers outlined a training model focused on competence, practical assessment, reliable equipment and…
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New Pipistrel Voyager Brings Next Generation Training Capabilities and Access to Flight Schools
Pipistrel has introduced the Voyager, a two-seat training aircraft offering IFR capability, intentional spin certification,…
Turkish Airlines Signs Agreement with HAVELSAN for 12 Flight Simulation Training Devices
Turkish Airlines has signed an agreement with HAVELSAN for eight full-flight simulators and four flight…
Bell Training Academy Hits Milestone Flight Hours
Bell Training Academy has passed 240,000 flight hours as Bell expands OEM-standard pilot and maintenance…
Cirrus Introduces the TRAC10: A Purpose-Built Aircraft Engineered to Transform Professional Flight Training
Cirrus has introduced the TRAC10, a purpose-built three-seat aircraft for professional flight schools, with United…
Namibia Airports Company Launches Aviation Security Training Course
Namibia Airports Company has launched its first Basic Aviation Security Training Course for 50 NAC…
Mozambique Marks New Era in Disaster Resilience with Graduation of 30 Certified Local Drone Pilots
Mozambique has graduated 30 certified drone pilots following the completion of a technology programme designed…
ALSIM Introduces the AL3X: A New Standard in Compact LSA Training
ALSIM has announced the AL3X, a compact Light Sport Aircraft simulator designed for flight schools…
AFRAA Youth in Aviation Event Connects More Than 200 Students with Aviation Careers
More than 200 high school students from across Johannesburg explored careers in aviation during AFRAA’s…
Keyamo’s Policy Direction Advances Aviation Capacity Development as United Nigeria Airlines and Boeing Launch B1/B2 Engineer Training Programme
United Nigeria Airlines and Boeing have launched a B1/B2 Engineer Training Programme for the Boeing…
ATNS and NCAA Partner in Bursarship Programme
ATNS and the NCAA will train 13 candidates at the ATNS Aviation Training Academy, with…
Boeing Training Programme Strengthens Nigeria’s 737NG Engineering Capability
Boeing has launched an advanced technical training programme in Lagos for Nigerian airline engineers, with…
South Sudan Advances Airport, Licensing and Air Navigation Priorities
South Sudan’s aviation sector recorded a busy June, with developments across Wau Airport, Juba International…
NCAA Certifies First Approved Training Organisation in Kano
The NCAA has certified Pathway Pro Limited as Kano State’s first approved training organisation, expanding…
KCAA Retenders Advanced Surface Movement Control System for JKIA
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority has retendered for an Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control…
Tanzania Set to Strengthen Aviation Training Pipeline
Tanzania is expanding its aviation skills pipeline through CATC, the National Institute of Transport, TCAA…