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| Continued aviation job growth predicted |
| A hiring trends survey conducted by online aviation jobs website JSfirm.com indicates that many companies predict at least moderate growth in 2021 as the economy continues to rebound from the coronavirus pandemic. Pilots, aircraft maintenance technicians, and avionics specialists remain in the highest demand, the company said.
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| ATP expecting 25 low-wing trainers for delivery |
| The first of the 25 Piper Archer TX aircraft to be delivered in 2021 to ATP Flight School was recently displayed at the Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida. An ATP representative said the new aircraft will primarily be placed at locations along the East Coast and will support training centers that are opening this year in Baltimore; Washington, D.C.; Birmingham, Alabama; Memphis, Tennessee; and Lakeland.
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| May Flight School Connector webinar to focus on AOPA Flight Training Advantage |
| AOPA Flight Training Advantage (AFTA) is a web portal and iPad-based training program designed to help make the process of flight training more effective for the student, the CFI, and the flight school. Join the next session of AOPA's Flight School Connector on May 5 to find out all the details. The program will be held 12 noon to 1 p.m. Eastern time. Flight School Connector is a gathering of flight school owners and managers to share, learn, and problem solve on the specific challenges of running a flight school. Sign up at the link to reserve your space.
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| Aviation groups seek clarification on flight training rules |
| In the wake of a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on April 2, AOPA and other general aviation organizations sent a letter to the FAA, asking that the agency address "significant confusion and concern in the aviation community regarding the impact of the decision on compensated flight training." AOPA President Mark Baker said, "There are many flight schools and CFIs that have been left confused, as well as owners of limited category aircraft who may be unable to obtain flight instruction in their own airplanes unless they have an exemption, or if the instructor is not compensated."
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| King Schools announces new free video course on aircraft marshalling |
| King Schools unveiled a free video course on aircraft marshalling during the Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida. Understanding Aircraft Marshalling is designed to help pilots quickly learn the signals used by individuals marshalling aircraft on a busy airport ramp. The 20-minute video can be accessed on the King Schools website.
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| Oklahoma aeromedical consultant accused of bilking clients |
| An Oklahoma woman has been charged with 10 felonies for allegedly taking money from pilots to help resolve medical certification issues without rendering services, according to court documents filed by the state's attorney general. The defendant said she is confident she will be exonerated.
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