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A partnership between Big Bend Community College and Inland Helicopters of Spokane will provide opportunities for students to become helicopter pilots while earning an associates degree. The new helicopter pilot training program begins in January of 2012.
“This is another example of the type of public/private partnerships we must establish to create new programs in today’s economy,” said BBCC President Bill Bonaudi. The partnership opens a new range of careers for BBCC aviation students, including emergency medical services, power line patrol, tourism, law enforcement, fire fighting, logging, aerial photography, agriculture, border patrol, fish and wildlife counts, and news gathering.
“Students in the helicopter pilot program will be enrolled as BBCC students,” said BBCC Flight Instructor John Swedburg. Flight instruction and two helicopters will be provided by Inland Helicopters at Grant County International Airport. “Inland Helicopters will recruit for us, and they have Veteran’s Administration and federal financial aid funding options to help students,” Swedburg said. With Inland Helicopter providing the instructors and equipment, BBCC will provide instruction in ground school, meteorology, technical writing and math—the same classes taken by students enrolled in BBCC’s Commercial Pilot Program. Inland will develop some classroom instruction to “fill the gaps” pertinent to helicopters, said David Valenti of Inland Helicopters. “Aerodynamics and weight and balance are different for helicopters than for airplanes, for instance,” Valenti said.
Inland Helicopter uses Robinson R22 and R44 helicopters for primary training. The two-seat R22 gets most of the training time due to its lower operating and maintenance costs. The R44 has twice the useful load and faster cruising speed.
Students who complete the program can graduate with an Associate of Applied Science Degree and FAA certificates including Private, Instrument, Commercial, and Certified Flight Instructor. “Big Bend was very receptive and enthusiastic in working with us,” Valenti said. “Their instructors measure their flight time experience in the thousands of hours, so they know what they are doing.”
Valenti said national statistics show an improving job market for helicopter pilots. Among helicopter pilots, 25 percent are over age 61, and 22 percent are between age 51 and 61. Upcoming retirements will create a shortage, he said.
BBCC has had a commercial pilot program since 1965. The program has 27 aircraft in its fleet and is the largest and most successful pilot training program in the Pacific Northwest.
For more information contact Inland Helicopters at (509) 534-9114 or Big Bend Community College at (509) 793-2004
Jeppesen, a unit of Boeing Flight Services, has entered into a new contract agreement with Dubai-based Emirates Aviation College to provide Jeppesen Training courses through the College, a leading aviation education facility in the region. Jeppesen’s industry-leading ab initio pilot training courses will be provided for candidate Emirates Aviation College student pilot learning through the service agreement.
Boeing forecasts a global need for 460,000 new commercial airline pilots over the next 20 years. Facing this expected future pilot demand, Jeppesen solutions help to address this aviation industry issue by providing vital training programs that incorporate new technologies and methods of learning that resonate with today’s student pilots. Partnering with best in class flight schools allows for integration of Jeppesen training courses within established curriculum that is familiar for enrolled student pilots.
“It is a strategic collaboration between Emirates Aviation College and Jeppesen to offer the region’s first of its kind JAA ab initio pilot training program,” said Dr. Ahmad Al Ali, senior vice president, Emirates Aviation College. “We have gathered the necessary tools, skills, support and expertise to offer training to produce the highest quality pilots for the industry to assist in meeting the future demand for highly skilled professional airline pilots.”
“Jeppesen is working toward addressing the pressing pilot shortage the aviation industry is facing by creating interactive training programs that are highly effective in preparing the next generation of pilots and technicians for the demands of the profession,” said Thomas Wede, Jeppesen senior vice president and general manager, Aviation. “Our partnership with Emirates Aviation College is a shining example of integrating Jeppesen ab initio training programs with top institutions of aviation learning to provide today’s students and tomorrow’s pilots with a foundation of knowledge needed for success.”
For more information on the Jeppesen total training solution suite offered for certified flight instructors, flight training organizations and universities, please visit www.jeppesen.com/school. For more information on the industry-leading navigation, operations, training and optimization solutions provided by Jeppesen, please visit www.jeppesen.com.
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Winner will receive a free 1/2 helicopter lesson
Whirlybird Helicopters and Lucky Duck Aviation invite you to the the 1st annual Dog Fight hot dog eating competition and fundraiser, Saturday November, 12th at 1pm at the Ogden Airport in Ogden, Utah. All entry fees will be donated to one of the two high schools you choose or both.
This is two competitions in one. Both competitions are held at the same time and you can compete in both if you qualify. This year we will have Ogden and Ben Lomond High Schools battling it out for the overall cash prize. The cash prize will be presented to the wining school.
The Second competition is the individual competition. Individuals will compete against the clock to see who can eat the most hot dogs in five minutes. The winner will win a free half hour instrcution flight or half hour tour for two. Along with the flight there will be several gift certifcates dontaed by our sponsors. Keep up to date on the donated prizes on our Facebook page.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida (PRWEB) November 01, 2011
Pilot performing a pre-flight inspection of a Cirrus aircraft
The leader in the Cirrus Aircraft Partner Network, Platinum Aviation adds yet another Cirrus Aircraft training and rental center to it’s growing network. The newest flight training facility is located at the Palm Beach, North County Airport (F45) adjacent to the Landmark Aviation FBO and will offer Cirrus Aircraft rentals, Cirrus transition training and flight training. Now residents of Palm Beach will have convenient access to the same high quality flight instruction and Cirrus Aircraft rental enjoyed at Platinum’s other facilities in Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
Platinum Aviation has created a unique type of flight training facility, very different from traditional “flight schools”. Platinum provides its clients access to late model, fully equipped, well maintained, high performance aircraft and training from the most experienced, professional Cirrus flight instructors, all in an upscale environment. Pilots that are checked out to fly Platinum’s Aircraft can access them at any of their three locations. Platinum’s customers use the aircraft for their business and personal travel needs avoiding all of the hassle and uncertainty associated with airline travel today.
Leaseback opportunities for Cirrus SR20, SR22 and SR22 turbo aircraft are available for those interested in participating in Platinum’s aircraft leaseback program. For additional information on leasebacks, contact Kevin McAndrews, Platinum’s Director of Sales at 954-202-5995.
Platinum Aviation Training is a Platinum Aviation Holdings company. Platinum Aviation Holdings is a South Florida based family of companies dedicated to serving the needs of the newest Technologically Advanced Aircraft market. Platinum was originally founded as a unique flight training facility to train those that only wanted to learn to fly the latest, best-equipped aircraft available and learn from flight instructors that were the best in the industry. That original concept has grown into a full service company that now includes flight training, aircraft rentals, aircraft maintenance, aircraft sales and an aviation related film and video production company with locations at Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport, Miami’s Opa Locka Executive airports and now at Palm Beach’s North County Airport. For additional information, contact the company at 954-202-5995 or see its website, http://www.flyplatinum.com
Source: http://www.prweb.com/releases/cirrus-flight-training/platinum-aviation/prweb8924926.htm
Learn more about flight training programs at Phoenix East Aviation
What makes one flight training academy better than another? There are many things – training aircraft, quality of the ground school, the curriculum, management, the local weather – and importantly, the flight instructors themselves. Phoenix East has consistently been told by students and graduates that ALL of these things listed are what make PEA a superior flight school. Graduates also often emphasize the dedication, skills and caring attitudes of the flight instructors.
With currently approximately 60 full-time, professional flight instructors, the student pilot is in good hands at PEA. Learning to fly is not simple, and it’s not easy. You need to have a strong desire — a “passion” — for aviation; a student pilot also needs to have a sense of dedication and perseverance – plus you need good teachers.
At Phoenix East Aviation, the student has a special mentor guiding him/ her: That instructor has one goal – to help the student succeed in training and to become a skilled, safe pilot. If you need extra help, your instructor will be there to assist – 24/7. PEA instructors are full-time, not just weekend instructors. At PEA they fly and teach you every day. Many are university graduates with aviation degrees; others are former military or airline pilots. They are all FAA-trained and at minimum, hold Commercial Pilot Licenses, as well as Certified Flight Instructor, Certified Flight Instructor Instrument and Multi-engine Instructor ratings.
In addition, Phoenix East’s Flight Department is structured and managed like an airline, with an equivalent level of professionalism. It includes a Flight Standards Department and a Department of Corporate Safety and Security, as well as having a Chief Pilot and two Assistant Chief Pilots. In addition, PEA is one of only a very few independent U.S. flight academies that is nationally accredited. To become accredited, an academy must periodically go through a rigorous evaluation to assure its high standards in education. The instructors are part of this accreditation assessment.
Phoenix East is well-known for training pilot candidates for airlines worldwide – the list of airlines is long (for details, see www.pea.com). Not only are PEA students from countries throughout the world, but so also are the instructors: they are currently from Germany, Guatemala, Norway, England, Israel, India, Venezuela, Iran, Brazil, Denmark, Greece, Uruguay, Scotland – and of course, also from the U.S. At PEA, students are prepared to become professional pilots.
PEA instructors are right now teaching student pilots from over 50 countries throughout the world. In the past three years. Phoenix East has taught men and women from 90 different countries to fly. Students from all over the world want to join the academy for flight training. Why? It’s because of the academy’s well-known quality of education and its excellent reputation with airlines worldwide. Phoenix East Aviation does indeed “Teach the World to Fly.”
Contact a Phoenix East Aviation Admissions Officer today for more information on pilot training or dispatcher training at Phoenix East Aviation. Welcoming men and women of all nationalities and ethnic groups, Phoenix East Aviation encourages interested students to learn how they can enjoy rewarding careers as professional pilots. Complete an information request form or telephone an Admissions Officer at 1-386-258-0703.
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Guidance Helicopters - pilot training in Arizona
Prescott, Arizona – On August 17, 2011, the Guidance Academy Scholarship was established by Guidance Aviation of Prescott, Arizona to provide financial assistance to students in need who are enrolled in the Yavapai College Professional Pilot Program pursuing their Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Professional Pilot – Helicopters.
Guidance Aviation is donating $11,000 in the month of August 2011 to Yavapai College Foundation to kick off the fund and plans to donate at least $15,000 per semester which totals at least $45,000 per year.
The scholarship was created by Guidance Aviation’s CEO John Stonecipher, working with Mr. Steven Walker, Director of the Yavapai College Foundation and Mr. Paul Kirchgrabber, Director of Development, Yavapai College Foundation.
On August 26, 2011, the establishment of the Guidance Academy Scholarship will be announced officially at the Guidance Aviation Student Recognition BBQ at the Guidance Aviation flight training facility at the Prescott airport (PRC). In attendance will be Dr. Penelope Wills, President, Yavapai College. Guidance Aviation’s CEO, John Stonecipher, will be presenting an $11,000 check to Dr. Wills at the ceremony.
Learn more about Guidance Aviation, a career placement academy specializing in high altitude flight training in both helicopters and airplanes.
Inactive service men and women such as members of the reserves, or the National Guard, will now receive GI benefit credits for participation in educational endeavors that do not lead to full college degrees. Vocational education, such as flight training, on-the-job training, and apprenticeship programs now qualify for tuition eligibility, and applicable living stipends.
Distance learning students, who were previously not eligible for living stipends, are now eligible. However, they will only be extended half of the allowable amount. Another stipulation extends more benefits to active duty members as well. Because active duty personnel already receive living stipends, there are no additional funds in this area; however, they are now eligible for a $1,000 a year book and supply allowance.
These developments facilitate a significant expansion of services that will promote the advancing education of our service members; but despite the changes for the better, making room for such additions has caused other cuts. Tuition caps are now set based on a national average instead of being capped separately for each state. This new cap on tuition assistance is now $17,500 a year; and will apply to all military students regardless of graduate or undergraduate status, or whether they currently enjoy full tuition coverage that exceeds this amount.
Additionally, the revision of the living stipend reward eligibility calls to base monetary compensation on the number of credits taken. Those who take less than a 50% course load will not be eligible for living expense payments, while those with a maximum course load will be eligible for the full amount. Also, implemented by this bill is a cut off concerning living stipends. Allowances received for these expenses will not be extended during periods where school is not in session.
All in all, this bill provides educational assistance to those who were not previously extended significant benefits. The cuts implemented to make these additions more feasible are expected to affect a minute number of people, as compared to those who will benefit.
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2011/01/military-obama-signs-into-law-gi-bill-changes-010411w/
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ApexHeli Oregon, Inc. announced the opening if its long line and vertical reference training program. The comprehensive program is designed for commercial helicopter pilots with the end result being an FAR Part 133 endorsement.
According to an ApexHeli press release, the course is not just a simple introduction to long line and vertical reference it is course built to provide pilots the experience needed to earn a position flying external loads.
The course is instructed by industry professionals that have thousands of hours conducting external load and long-line work and still work in the industry. For many commercial pilots gaining long-line proficiency, actual experience can be the difference in getting job offer or not.
The course includes work with a variety of different load combinations and work with line lengths of between 25 and 200 feet in both steel and nylon.
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You’ve made the decision; you want to become a private or commercial pilot. You know flying is in your future, but now what? How do you get started? What’s the next step?
The good news is that the road to becoming a pilot is very defined. Unfortunately, sometimes the road is a little hard to find. If you’re not sure how to become a private or commercial pilot, keep reading for an easy five step ‘flight’ plan that will see you through to your pilot qualifications…
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