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What is a microburst and how do pilots respond to them?
What is a microburst? A microburst is a weather phenomenon that can pose a significant danger to aircraft…
2023-06-01
Spanish pilot strikes could impact multiple airlines during summer season
Multiple airline’s plans for the summer could be impacted if pilot strikes go ahead in Spain. The Spanish…
2023-05-15
Southwest Airline pilots vote to authorize strike action by overwhelming margin
According to their union, Southwest Airlines pilots have voted overwhelmingly to authorize strike action. Southwest Airlines Pilots Association’s…
2023-05-12
Cathay Pacific cadet pilots required to work on customer service at HKG airport
Cathay Pacific Airways will require its newly qualified cadet pilots to undergo a two-month working experience at Hong…
2023-05-08
United Airlines plans to hire 50,000 workers by the end of 2025: report
United Airlines Holdings (UAL) plans to hire 50,000 workers from 2022 through 2025 as the carrier expands internationally,…
2023-05-04
Qantas seeks female and Indigenous students for pilot academy scholarships
The Qantas Group is encouraging diversity and inclusion in its talent base by providing 50 scholarships to female…
2023-05-03
American Airlines’ pilots overwhelmingly vote for potential strikes
American Airlines pilots have voted overwhelmingly for potential strike action following a ballot by the Allied Pilots Association…
2023-05-02
US Coast Guard helicopter pilot turns YA writer
Liz Booker is a retired United States Coast Guard helicopter pilot, foreign diplomat, and writer of Young Adult…
2023-04-26
Meet Maya Ghazal, the first ever female Syrian refugee pilot
Born and raised in Damascus, Syria, 24-year-old Maya Ghazal took her first introductory flight lesson at Wycombe Air…
2023-04-26
Decoding pilot lingo: what does this phrase mean?
Like any other professional community, aviators have their own slang. At times weird and full of unique expressions,…
2023-04-15
What do pilots want? 6 tips to help you attract and retain the best talent
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a significant pilot shortage in the aviation industry, with an…
2023-04-13
From refugee to record-breaking solo pilot: Dream Soar founder, Shaesta Waiz
Shaesta Waiz is a female aviator based in the United States who gained global recognition for becoming the…
2023-04-09
Delta Air Lines launches Propel Flight Academy; classes to start June 2023
If you’re interested in becoming a commercial pilot, we have some good news. Delta Air Lines is launching…
2023-03-23
Off-duty pilot steps in mid-flight after captain becomes incapacitated
An off-duty pilot who was a passenger on a flight stepped in to help fly the jet after…
2023-03-23
Pentagon study finds higher cancer rates in military pilots, ground crews
A recent study by the United States Department of Defense has shown that military pilots and ground crews…
2023-03-20
NOTAM inaccessible for contractor personnel due to investigation: FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has suspended access to the Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) system for contractor…
2023-01-26
Unintentional human error to blame for NOTAM system failure, FAA says
A preliminary review of the recent Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) system failure found that the glitch was…
2023-01-20
Alaska Airlines plans to hire more than 3,500 employees in 2023
Whether you’re looking to start an airline job or want to return to the airline and travel industry,…
2023-01-12