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Apprenticeships for pilots – now the airlines need to step up
The first ever standard for an apprenticeship as a commercial airline pilots in the UK is now a reality. It has been developed by a group of leading aviation employers … Continued
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BALPA launches campaign for better maternity pay for pilots
The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) is calling for airlines to encourage women in to the industry by improving maternity pay. BALPA says the current level of statutory maternity pay, … Continued
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CAA restricts commercial pilots with HIV to multi-pilot operations
The UK CAA has issued a statement about Class 1 medical certification for pilots who have contracted HIV. Andrew Haines, CAA Chief Executive said: “The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is … Continued
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BALPA: Poor kids put off pilot training
Poor kids are put off from training as a professional airline pilot because of the cost and potential debt burden even though they may have worked hard to get great … Continued
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BALPA and organisers of Pilot Careers Live partner on new pilot recruitment event
The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) and Seager, the organisers of the Pilot Careers Live events, are partnering on a new airline pilot recruitment event, to take place in early 2017.
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Recruit pilots to prevent delays, say pilots at Norwegian
Pilots at Norwegian have stated that a spate of delays and cancellations is the result of poor planning and a lack of pilot recruitment at the airline
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Pilot Careers Live LONDON to host first Pilot Training Panel
For the first time, Pilot Careers Live London will host a Pilot Training Panel, taking place at 12.30pm on Saturday 9 April
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Pilots’ union calls for end to mental health stigma
The British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA) has stated that it will support all measures to help pilots with mental health issues, following the release of the Germanwings 4U 9525 accident report