Lufthansa Group plans around 10,000 new hires across the entire company in 2025
The Lufthansa Group has set itself the goal of recruiting around 10,000 colleagues in a wide range of professions for the new year 2025. More than 2,000 flight attendants, more than 1,400 ground staff for Ground Operations and around 1,300 technical experts are to be recruited across the Group. A total of around 1,200 employees […]
Argentina’s Aviation Authority Formalizes Regulations for Foreign Pilots and Aircraft
The Argentine Administración Nacional de Aviación Civil (ANAC) has issued Resolution 363/2024, introducing updates to Articles 106 and 107 of the country’s Aeronautical Code. These revisions establish clearer procedures for the inclusion of foreign personnel and foreign-registered aircraft in Argentina’s commercial and general aviation sectors. The new regulations aim to maintain the competitiveness and operational […]
Air Canada and ALPA Reach Tentative Agreement on a New Four-Year Contract
Air Canada said it has reached a tentative, four-year collective agreement with the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), representing more than 5,200 pilots at Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge. The new agreement recognizes the contributions and professionalism of Air Canada’s pilot group, while providing a framework for the future growth of the airline. Terms […]
Air France launches a new cadet pilot recruitment campaign
Air France is now accepting applications for its cadet pilot programme. Designed to train and launch the careers of the next generation of pilots, candidates of all ages and levels of flying experience are encouraged to apply. The candidates chosen after a rigorous selection process will benefit from a full 24-month training programme entirely paid […]
Spirit Airlines to Open New Crew Base for Pilots at Newark Liberty International Airport
Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) announced the opening of a new crew base for Pilots at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in September 2024, furthering the airline’s investments to enhance operational reliability. Spirit expects to locate approximately 200 Pilots in Newark initially, with additional supervisors and support functions to follow. Crew bases are the various airport […]
United Launches Industry-leading Program to Provide Active-duty U.S. Military Pilots Conditional Job Offers
United announced the launch of the United Military Pilot Program, an industry-leading program giving full-time, active-duty U.S. military pilots access to conditional job offers as a First Officer with the airline. The program is unique in that it provides a secure landing place for program participants while they complete their service to the nation and […]
British Airways announces multi-million pound investment in new pilot cadet scheme, making a career as an airline pilot a realistic option for all
British Airways has announced that it is launching a brand-new pilot cadet programme that will fund training for up to 60 aspiring pilots a year. The creation of the British Airways Speedbird Pilot Academy will see the cost barrier of training to become an airline pilot removed, making the profession much more accessible. Successful candidates […]
Delta launches Propel Flight Academy to train next generation of airline pilots
Delta, through its Propel Pilot Career Path Program, is launching a pilot academy dedicated to training the airline’s next generation of aviators. The Delta Propel Flight Academy, operated in partnership with training provider Skyborne Airline Academy, will open its doors to the first class of students in June and is now accepting applications from interested […]
Emirates invests USD 135 million in new pilot training centre
Emirates will soon build an advanced training facility to accommodate 6 Full Flight Simulator Bays (FFS) for its future Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X aircraft. The brand new, 63,318 sq. ft. facility is slated to open in March 2024. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group, […]
Alaska Airlines plans to hire more than 3,500 employees in 2023
Alaska Airlines is announcing plans to hire more than 3,500 new employees this year in a variety of roles and functions. As we continue to grow and bring dozens of new airplanes into our fleet, we need thousands of people to join the Alaska family. From maintenance technicians to contact center agents, flight attendants to […]
