June 07 issue of Flight School Business

Flight School Business

VOL. 12-ISSUE 12-June 7, 2022

TRAINING TRENDS

Flight School Spotlight: Illinois Aviation Academy

A flight instructor started his own flight school out of the trunk of his car, using milk crates and folding chairs. Since those humble beginnings, Illinois Aviation Academy has evolved into an award-winning enterprise that places a heavy emphasis on education. READ MORE ›

NEWS

Supply chain woes continue, but demand is still there

Aviation manufacturers and maintenance companies around the globe are still feeling the effects of a volatile supply chain brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. Demand in private aviation is as strong as ever, and many companies are finding creative ways to keep customers in the air. The Aircraft Electronics Association's May 24 market report found that first quarter sales for 2022 increased 4.8 percent sequentially from the fourth quarter of 2021. READ MORE ›

AFTA and me: How AOPA's flight training app produced a new private pilot

By now you've heard something about AOPA's new Flight Training Advantage web portal and iPad-based training platform. But you may not know how it works, or why it's a great tool for students, pilots, and flight schools. Let AOPA’s Eric Blinderman walk you through his experience with the app and show you how it will help your flight school and customers. READ MORE ›

Bahamas delays Click2Clear customs rollout

The Bahamas announced an indefinite postponement of its Click2Clear customs entry and departure program for private pilots and passengers. AOPA President Mark Baker had requested a delay in implementation of the program, citing technical issues and the need for more time to address those issues and also to help pilots understand the online process. READ MORE ›

AOPA Aviator Showcase moves to the fall

AOPA's Aviator Showcase at Fort Worth Alliance Airport in Texas has been rescheduled for November 17 and 18. The event will feature an array of industry experts, manufacturers, and speakers. Attendees can learn more about new products and services available within the general aviation market. Aviation finance professionals, insurers, and dealers will be on site. READ MORE ›

POLL

Fatal accidents

Has your flight school experienced a fatal accident involving a customer or staff member? Tell us in this week's poll.

Results

In the May 24, 2022, survey we wanted to know if your flight school had any sort of Pinch Hitter program. Here are the results:

MARKETING

For want of a seat cushion

Should flight schools provide cushions—free of charge—for their students? One student pilot thinks so, but hygiene and personal preference argue against it. READ MORE >

QUICK TIP

Are you the new kid in town? Don’t fear larger, more established competitors. There’s a reason you opened your flight school when you did. Maybe you’re introducing new products into the market because there is a need for them. You have something your competition lacks. Many older companies are unwilling or hesitant to shift their businesses online, leaving you an advantage to win their customers and capture market share. Read more from Beatriz Estay writing for Big Commerce.

SAFETY

AOPA Air Safety Institute updates 'Focused Flight Review'

The AOPA Air Safety Institute has updated its Focused Flight Review, which delivers tailored flight reviews and a meaningful, fun experience for pilots and their CFIs. The updated Focused Flight Review program offers pilots a dynamic three-step approach to completing a flight review in an organized yet engaging and flexible manner. Some profiles have been sunset and their activities consolidated into other profiles. Activities have been streamlined and reformatted into cross-country scenarios. A new "Beyond the Basics" profile helps improve their ability to safely maneuver in dynamic flight environments. To access Focused Flight Review, see the website.

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