May 23 issue of Flight School Business

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VOL. 13-ISSUE 11-May 23, 2023

TRAINING TRENDS

Flight school spotlight: Air Trek North

Successful flight school owners seem to have a few things in common: They're never motivated by profit; they often have business backgrounds; and they do it because they have a passion for teaching and seeing the next generation of pilots succeed. Air Trek North's president has used all those characteristics to build his flight school into one of the best in the region. READ MORE ›

NEWS

Aviation mechanics, pilots wanted

Airline and aviation industry hiring numbers remained strong and steady in the first few months of 2023 as airline pilot attrition woes grow. Record breaking hiring numbers at the close of 2022 did plateau a bit for the first three months of 2023. The 12 major airlines hired an average of 1,100 pilots per month as they race to fill vacancies left by retiring pilots. Consulting firm Future and Active Pilot Advisors says pilot retirement numbers will continue to build each year until they peak in 2026. READ MORE ›

FAA easing mental health barriers for pilots

Federal air surgeon Dr. Susan Northrup said the FAA intends to ease aeromedical rules for mental health concerns. Aviation International News reports that Northrup, speaking to the Business Aviation Safety Summit on May 9, said upcoming revisions to the federal aviation regulations will make it easier to regain their medical certificates and decrease wait times for pilots grounded by mental health issues. Northrup has been focused on addressing mental health issues within the FAA since her 2021 appointment as the most senior medical certification officer. READ MORE ›

Use your AOPA login for AFTA

You spoke, and we listened! The developers of AOPA Flight Training Advantage are always looking for ways to improve this program designed especially for flight instructors, flight schools, and student pilots. You told us you didn't want a separate login to access AFTA, and now you don't need one. Simply enter your AOPA login on our website and you can begin using this powerful curriculum and interactive learning platform. If you have any questions or would like assistance, please contact us at [email protected] or call 855-557-5263.

Alaska weather broadcast ending

The National Weather Service is looking for feedback on two planned changes to how aviation weather products are delivered in Alaska. The weather service plans to discontinue the evening edition of the aviation area forecast for Alaska, and also cease the television broadcast of the nightly Alaska Weather program. Pilots are encouraged to comment on these proposed changes before May 30. READ MORE ›

POLL

Simulators

Do you have a simulator at your flight school? Tell us in this week's poll.

Results

In the May 9, 2023, issue, we wanted to know when your flight school's busiest season is. Here are the results.

MARKETING

Make it personal

Odds are you've got quite a list of people who have taken introductory flights, contacted you about training, or maybe started instruction with your school but disappeared after just a few lessons. You promised yourself to get back to these folks at some point. But have you? William Woodbury shares three easy ways to utilize this valuable marketing asset. READ MORE >

QUICK TIP

It's been a rough few months for the U.S. banking system, which has seen the failures of three banks with more possibly to come. Should you move your money to a larger bank? CNBC says it's not that simple. A rush to switch financial institutions as part of your risk management strategy, even with the best intentions, could cause you to overpay in bank account fees and sacrifice valuable business relationships. Read the article here.

SAFETY

Accident Case Study: Risk Stacking

One weather-laden day in April 2022, compiling risks turn lethal for a cargo pilot as she begins her approach into Burley Municipal Airport. New from the AOPA Air Safety Institute, this Accident Case Study explores the perils of risk stacking. View the video.

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