Galileo 2nd generation satellites ready to navigate into the future

Airbus has successfully completed the Preliminary Design Review (PDR) for its system concept for the second generation Galileo navigation satellites. During this important milestone, Airbus' proposed preliminary design and the customer's system requirements have been fully reviewed and agreed.

 

This paves the way for further verification, acceptance and qualification at the equipment and module level. Verification at payload level is already in full swing, with the Critical Design Review (CDR) for the satellite structure also due shortly.

 

In parallel, the Airbus site in Friedrichshafen, on Lake Constance, is preparing for an industrialised production line for currently six second-generation Galileo satellites. The satellite integration centre, is being completely upgraded to meet current and future requirements for efficient, environmentally friendly, safe and secure production for the Galileo 2nd generation satellites. Galileo second generation is a key milestone in European satellite navigation services that European citizens and billions of users around the world will benefit from, powered by Airbus know-how brought to the project by over 200 highly skilled space engineers. The first Galileo second generation are planned to be launched in 2024.

The world of navigation is changing, driven by rapidly emerging and changing user needs (availability and reliability), a growing number of security threats (jamming and spoofing) and the evolution of other navigation systems. The new batch of Galileo spacecraft built by Airbus is the answer to this changing context. It will make the Galileo service more accurate, secure and dependable, and adaptable over its lifetime spanning two decades.

Weighing around 2.3 tons, each satellite is designed to operate for about 15 years. The state-of-the-art and all-electric medium-Earth orbit (MEO) platform from Airbus, reuses flight proven building blocks from our Telecoms and Earth Observation programmes, taking advantage of a unique combination of heritage and in orbit experience. The flexible and modular navigation payload solution with future growth capability is also based on telecom elements for beamforming and signal generation.

Galileo is managed and funded by the European Union. The European Commission, ESA and EUSPA have signed an agreement by which ESA acts as design authority and system development prime on behalf of the Commission and EUSPA as the exploitation and operation manager of Galileo. The views expressed in this Press Release can in no way be taken to reflect the opinion of the European Union and/or ESA. 

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Component sourcing: it’s more than just aircraft parts

Component sourcing: it’s more than just aircraft parts Components sourcing: it’s more than just aircraft parts

Sourcing and delivering component parts for aircraft takes skill and organisation. Aircraft maintenance engineers know only too well how time-consuming it can be to find the right part, in the right place, at the right time while dealing with the complexities of managing numerous parts providers.   While having access to a basic fly-away kit onboard is important, appointing a component supply specialist has long been the most sensible option for cost-effectively managing and storing inventory and organising repairs efficiently.   Here, Jim Scott, founder of component solution specialists Artemis Aerospace, explains what to look out for in your component supplies company and how aircraft maintenance engineers can avoid unnecessary delays and frustrations.   Time is critical Commercial airline flight schedules have little room for flexibility - delays and cancellations cause frustration for passengers and affect airline revenue. Whether you have a critical deadline or an AOG, finding a solution fast is essential to avoiding the cost implications that come with an aircraft that is out of action.   A component supply company that offers global knowledge and proactively finds solutions is therefore essential. While many providers of component parts will stock inventory and are happy to arrange delivery, if parts aren’t available and the supplier is unable or unwilling to help, then it can be frustrating and time-consuming tracking parts down.

Scott Laurence named as senior vice president of partnership strategy at American Airlines.

American Airlines Group has appointment of Scott Laurence to the role of Senior Vice President of Partnership Strategy. Laurence will begin his new role later this month and report to Vasu Raja, American’s Chief Commercial Officer.

“Scott will oversee the team responsible for all of American’s commercial partnerships, including distribution strategy, currency and loyalty partnerships, and global airline partnerships,” said Raja. “Scott is a bold and innovative leader and we are eager for him to take all of our enterprise partnerships to the next level for our customers and our airline.”

Laurence has more than 25 years of aviation experience, beginning his career at US Airways and later holding key commercial leadership roles at United Airlines. He joined JetBlue Airways in 2008 and held numerous leadership roles within the airline’s commercial organization. Since 2019, he served as Head of Revenue and Planning where he led the team responsible for planning and optimizing revenue at the airline. Laurence holds a B.S. in Aviation Business Administration from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

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2022 IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards Open for Nominations

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the opening of the nomination period for the 2022 IATA Diversity and Inclusion Awards. IATA member airlines and organizations from across the aviation value chain can put themselves forward or nominate others within the aviation industry until 18h00 CET on 24 April 2022.

The Awards recognize three categories of leadership in the area of diversity and inclusion:

• Inspirational Role Model Award: recognizes a woman holding a senior position within the air transport industry who has had a significant impact on the aviation agenda through her strong contribution to business delivery, as well as her ongoing support of the diversity and inclusion agenda. Nominees are welcome from across the aviation industry.
   
• High Flyer Award: recognizes a female aviation professional under the age of 40 who has demonstrated leadership through concrete action in favor of diversity and inclusion, making a positive impact on the industry. Open to all female professionals in the aviation industry.
   
• Diversity & Inclusion Team Award: recognizes an airline that has seen measurable change in diversity and inclusion as a result of the work it has been doing in this area. Open to all IATA member airlines.

Air Canada Names 2022 Winners of The Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship on International Women's Day.

Air Canada Continues Fostering Next Generation of Women in Aviation; Names 2022 Winners of The Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship

           Today on International Women's Day, Air Canada announced the 2022 recipients of the Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship as the airline continues fostering the next generation of women in non-traditional aviation careers. The scholarship, named in honour of Air Canada's trailblazing first female pilot, recognizes high-potential young women pursuing aviation and aerospace careers as commercial pilots or aircraft maintenance engineers and who may not have the financial means to do so.

"On International Women's Day, we celebrate and recognize the successes and achievements of the more than 14,500 women who work at Air Canada worldwide. Air Canada has taken a leadership position in cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion, and women are represented at every level and across all branches. Initiatives such as the Judy Cameron Scholarship work actively to 'break the bias' by supporting and encouraging the next generation of women in non-traditional aviation STEM careers. We firmly see the sky as having no limit for all qualified people. Congratulations to this year's winners!" said Arielle Meloul-Wechsler, Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources officer and Public Affairs at Air Canada.

"As we continue to deal with the ongoing effects of the pandemic, it is particularly gratifying to see so many talented and determined young women, single-mindedly pursuing their careers in aviation. What makes these four women exceptional is their willingness and enthusiasm to be role models and mentors to encourage other women in their aviation journey. Thanks to Air Canada for their continuing commitment to gender equity, diversity and inclusion," said Judy Cameron, Boeing 777 Captain at Air Canada (retired), and Director, Northern Lights Aero Foundation.

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The w.inners of the Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship, awarded in partnership with the Northern Lights Aero Foundation, each receive $5,000 toward their studies in aviation. They are:

Tanisha Galway

A second-year student in the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Program at College of the North Atlantic in Gander, Newfoundland, she is also President of the Student Council, a member of the Sexual Harassment Policy Committee, Student Union Representative for her college for the Canadian Federation of Students Provincial Executive and the Students with Disabilities Representative for the Canadian Federation of Students. "I am a strong believer in fighting adversity and advocating for change. I can advocate for those needing help finding their voice and those that just need help projecting it. As women we stand together, we stand as one," Tanisha said.  

Winnie Ho

Winnie just received her Group 1 IFR and is finishing the Integrated ATPL program at the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre, while in her final year of the Science and Aviation Program at the University of Waterloo, Ontario. She is a Teaching Assistant for an introduction to aviation course at the University and a member of the Northern Lights Junior Board of Directors, taking leadership to inspire, empower, and encourage women in aviation and aerospace. Her immediate goal is "to instruct for a couple of years to give wings, share my knowledge and skills, and be a mentor for future pilots." Ultimately, she would like to be an Air Canada 787 or 777 Captain. Winnie says "It is so important to me that I am able to inspire and mentor the next generation of aviators and women considering careers in aviation."

Alissa Stirling

Alissa is in her final year of the Commercial Aviation Program at Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta. Working as an Air Canada flight attendant sparked her interest to pursue a career as a pilot and she completed her Private Pilot License in just three months to secure her entrance to her program. Alissa is President of the Aviation Student Executive, on the Safety Management System Committee, and a member of the Alberta 99's, the BC Aviation Council and the Alberta Aviation Council. Alissa says, " I have enjoyed every step of the way in my journey throughout the aviation industry so far. I intend to use every resource available to me to achieve my goal of eventually flying for one of Canada's mainline carriers." 

Madeline Ungurain

Madelaine recently completed her flight Instructor training at Principal Air in Abbotsford, B.C. and is now working on her multi-engine Instrument rating. She is an active member of the Ninety-Nines where she volunteers as news coordinator and has created an international FAQ document for new members. As a single mother of twin boys, she has had to overcome significant obstacles but has never given up on her ambition to complete her goals. Madelaine plans to work as a multi-engine IFR instructor, sharing her expertise with others and promoting women in aviation. "My goal is to encourage those who want to make their dream a reality and show them that with enough determination and effort, anything is possible," Madelaine said.

To learn more about the 2022 winners, watch our video here or above, about their achievements.

About Captain Judy Cameron

Judy Cameron became the first female pilot hired by Air Canada, Canada's largest airline, in April 1978 at the age of 23. She was the first woman to graduate from Selkirk College's Aviation Technology Program in 1975. Throughout her flying career of 40 years and over 23,000 hours, she has flown the DC-3, Twin Otter, Hawker Siddeley 748, DC-9, Lockheed 1011, Airbus 320, Boeing 767, and Boeing 777 to the far corners of the world. She became a captain in 1997 and in 2010, she became the first female captain in Canada of a Boeing 777, the largest aircraft in Air Canada's fleet. She retired in 2015, received the Elsie MacGill Northern Lights award in the Flight Operations category that year, and in 2016 she was chosen by the 99s (International Organization of Women Pilots) to be on its Canadian postage stamp.

In 2019, Air Canada committed to awarding $20,000 per year for three years toward the Captain Judy Cameron scholarship, and in 2021 re-committed its support for an additional three years.

The Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship is open to women who are Canadian citizens and who are enrolled in a fixed wing aviation flight program at a college, university, or flight school, or an aircraft repair and maintenance program anywhere in Canada.

The Scholarship is administered by the Northern Lights Aero Foundation, which inspires and celebrates Canadian women in aviation and aerospace with mentorship, scholarships, a speaker's bureau, and junior board, along with an annual award event.

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World Defense Show celebrates International Women’s Day featuring top CEOs and military leaders

World Defense Show celebrates International Women’s Day featuring top CEOs and military leaders

 World Defense Show’s International Women in Defense program is dedicated to promoting gender equality in the defense community

 Top women leaders are participating in the full-day event to highlight women’s progress and success in the defense industry and public sector

 HRH Princess Reema bint Bandar Al-Saud is among the keynote speakers at the International Women in Defense conferences

 Today, on International Women’s Day, World Defense Show hosted hundreds of leading women in defence at Saudi Arabia’s first-ever International Women in Defense event to celebrate, promote, and accelerate women’s participation in the industry. The event is a core day in World Defense Show, Saudi Arabia’s inaugural defence event taking place from 6-9 March in Riyadh.

Prominent figures spoke at the event including Her Royal Highness Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the United States, Phebe Novakovic,  Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer of General Dynamics; and Marion Blakely, former President and Chief Executive Officer of Rolls-Royce North America, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, and World Defense Show Steering Committee Member. 

Key speakers also included Ms Dana Stroul, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East, Ms. Heidi Grant, President of Business Development, Boeing Defense, Space & Government Services and Former Director of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Dr Moudhi Al-Jamea, Vice President of Saudi Telecom Co (STC); and Mishaal Ashemimry, Space technology consultant and the First female aerospace engineer in the GCC. 

Ethiopian Inks Partnership Agreement with International Djibouti Industrial Park Operation and Air Djibouti for Sea - Air Transport

Ethiopian Inks Partnership Agreement with International Djibouti Industrial Park  Operation and Air Djibouti for Sea - Air Transport 

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s best airline and winner of multiple global awards, has signed a strategic partnership agreement to jointly commence sea-air multimodal transportation with International Djibouti Industrial Park Operation (IDIPO) and Air Djibouti for an expeditious transportation of goods to Africa.  

Based on the agreement, the cargo will be transported from China to Djibouti Free Zone by sea and will be uplifted by air from Djibouti International Airport. The synergy between air and sea transportation is highly instrumental in facilitating trade between  Africa and China through fast and easy movement of cargo. The collaboration will save both time and energy in addition to stimulating the growth of cargo market in Africa.  The transportation deal enables traders to order their products from China to Africa via  Djibouti port and Ethiopian facilitates the air movement of goods to different parts of  Africa through its vast network. 

Ethiopian Group CEO Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam said, “We are pleased to have signed this  agreement which will establish the necessary infrastructure and institutional system to enable us  provide new logistics product called “SAM” (Sea -Air-Modal) which is highly cost-effective multi modal transportation solution for African businesses. This product will use Sea Freight from  China to Djibouti sea port and air freight from Djibouti Airport to all African cities. This new multi-modal logistics solution will enable African businesses, multinational companies, Chinese companies and other business people to enhance their supply chain management system with the best combination of speed, cost and quality services. Ethiopian Airlines Group has a long time experience in providing similar products through Dubai sea and airports. We are committed to  help customers deliver their goods safely and efficiently across our network in association with our partners- International Djibouti Industrial Park Operation and Air Djibouti. We have kept on playing a key role in both African and global cargo and logistics business and will continuously advance our cargo services to meet our customers’ increasing demand. “ 

The partnership simplifies trade from china to different countries in Africa with the vast  Ethiopian network in the continent and beyond. The markets of China and Africa are highly complementary and the partnership has huge potential in facilitating cost and time-efficient logistics solutions for African traders. As the world's production base,  China is the largest supplier, while Africa with a population of 1.3 billion has huge market demand. China has been Africa's largest trading partner with a trade volume of $254 billion in 2021. Taking advantage of the best African seaport in Djibouti and the best airport in Ethiopia, Sino-African Sea-Air Express has been created by combining their respective wide freight networks.  

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Air Transport Services Group commitment to 29 Airbus A330P2F aircraft....

 Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (ATSG), the world’s largest lessor of freighter aircraft, has committed to a total of 29 Airbus A330 Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversion slots with Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), center of excellence for Airbus freighter conversions and a joint venture between ST Engineering and Airbus.

The commitment of 29 A330P2F reflects a strategic step by ATSG to diversify its existing in-service fleet of 117 aircraft with the addition of next generation wide-body freighters.

“The A330-300 passenger-to-freighter conversion is a natural next step for ATSG as it is an excellent complement to the Boeing 767-300 medium wide-body freighter, which has long been the freighter of choice for the e-commerce air cargo market,” stated Mike Berger, chief commercial officer of ATSG. “The availability of feedstock combined with impressive cargo capacity make the A330 a very attractive option for conversion and will enable ATSG to continue to meet the demands for full-capacity freighters long into the future. The customer response to the news that we will have A330-300 freighters available for lease has been exceptionally strong, and we already have customer deposits toward future leases for half of these 29 converted freighters.”

A330P2F conversions for ATSG will be performed from mid-2023 through 2027 mainly at EFW’s facility in Dresden, Germany

Air Mauritius has sold one A330-200 widebody aircraft.....

Air Mauritius has sold one A330-200 widebody aircraft to MonoCoque Diversified Interests LLC ("MDI"), which has assigned the title and interest of the aircraft to Aquila Air Capital (Ireland) DAC ("Aquila Air Capital"). The Airbus A330-200 was delivered in Marana, Arizona in November 2021.

"The sale of the A330-200 aircraft is part of the Air Mauritius' restructuring plan," stated Indradev Buton, Officer in Charge, Air Mauritius.

"MDI will manage the aircraft for Aquila Air Capital and is excited to add the A330-200 to our managed passenger portfolio. We look forward to seeing the twelve-year-old aircraft back in the sky soon," adds MDI's Manager Mary Alice Keyes.

"We are pleased to work with MDI to take over the title of this aircraft and add it to our growing aircraft and engine lease portfolio," said Al Wood, Aquila Air Capital CEO.

The General Electric powered aircraft, formerly registered 3B-NBL, will begin maintenance and preparations for its return to the skies in early 2022.

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American Airlines to Support Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine

American Airlines introduces fundraising opportunities to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.

Beginning today, the U.S. mega-carrier American Airlines has confirmed that funds collected in flight by flight attendants and online through American’s partnership with UNICEF’s Change for Good program will be directed to support UNICEF and its humanitarian response in Ukraine. The funds raised this month at www.unicefusa.org/aa, and on flights to and from international destinations and Hawaii, will support UNICEF in reaching vulnerable children and families in Ukraine with assistance like access to basic services including water, sanitization, immunization and health care, as well as schooling and learning support and emergency cash assistance for up to 7.5 million children. Additionally, the funds can support UNICEF’s overall response for children in Ukraine and neighbouring countries of pre-positioning critical health supplies to cover the immediate needs of internally displaced people in nine strategic hromadas (municipalities).

“It is deeply troubling to see the humanitarian crisis unfolding as a result of the conflict in Ukraine,” said Brady Byrnes, Vice President of Flight Service for American. “Our purpose at American Airlines is to care for people on life’s journey and in order to truly fulfil that purpose, we must step up when it matters most.”

The UNICEF Change for Good program is an alliance between the UNICEF and the international airline industry to convert spare change donated by customers travelling on aircraft into critical services and supplies for vulnerable children around the world. Since their partnership began in 1994, American’s flight attendants have helped to raise more than $17 million to support UNICEF and its worldwide humanitarian efforts.

For more information about the UNICEF Change for Good program and to donate online, visit www.unicefusa.org/aa.

In addition, all AAdvantage miles donated to American’s Miles for Social Good program during the month of March will be directed to Airlink to help transport physicians and relief workers to Eastern Europe to assist with humanitarian relief in Ukraine. Airlink is a global humanitarian organization delivering critical aid to communities in crisis by providing airlift and logistical solutions to nonprofit partners responding to disasters around the world.

For more information about American’s Miles for Social Good program and to donate online, visit www.aa.com/letgoodtakeflight.

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United's new fundraising effort......

The U.S. mega carrier, United has introduced a new fundraising effort that it says has "the potential to play a critical role in the mission to fly aid workers and supplies to the areas of Ukraine that are most in need."

Starting today, United's MileagePlus members can donate cash or miles to the airline's signature relief partners - Airlink, Americares, American Red Cross and World Central Kitchen - by visiting united.com/UkraineSupport. United will match the first five million donated miles - the equivalent of hundreds of connecting flights to places like Poland, Hungary and Romania - and $100,000 as well as award bonus miles to anyone who gives $50 or more.

"The human tragedy we are witnessing in Ukraine is horrifying and has shocked us all so we're doing our part to quickly help get aid to the people who desperately need relief," said United President Brett Hart. "Our partners have been on the ground for more than a week and it's clear they need more resources to fulfill their mission of flying workers and supplies to and from the frontlines of this crisis. We're proud to do our part and will continue to look for ways to lend support where it's needed."

United's relief partners are already on the ground in the countries supporting Ukraine and are assisting in a number of different ways including:

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  Airlink: Using the power of aviation to deliver critical aid - medical, WASH, shelter, and emergency response and medical teams for 20+ humanitarian organizations to help refugees.

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  Americares: Mobilizing large-scale shipments of medicine and relief supplies and prepared to deploy an emergency medical team to provide essential health services for refugees fleeing Ukraine.

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  World Central Kitchen: Working with local restaurants, caterers, and food trucks in the region to provide hot, nourishing meals at border crossings, shelters, and other refugee communities across Ukraine, Poland, Hungary, Moldova, Romania and Slovakia.

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  American Red Cross: Supporting the global Red Cross network providing humanitarian relief to those affected by the Ukraine crisis.

In addition to fundraising efforts, United has paused Russian airspace transit, suspended interline agreements with Russian carriers and until further notice, credit card payments from Russia will no longer be accepted on the United app or united.com. For more information on United's humanitarian campaign or to donate, visit united.com/UkraineSupport.

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Finnair continues serving Shanghai and Seoul but cancels flights to Osaka and Hong Kong until end of April

The Helsinki based airline Finnair has continued to update its flying programme that has been heavily affected by the closure of Russian airspace to most western airlines.

The airline has stated that the further increased price of shipping cargo currently gives them enough money to continue with its passenger aircraft flights to key Asian markets even with the longer flight times. Therefore the carrier has promised to continue operations to both Seoul and Shanghai.  However, the airline can no longer afford to keep the flights to Osaka and Hong Kong flying, so they've been axed, at least until the end of April.  

From 10th March the airline will operate one flight a week to Shanghai on Thursdays. The Seoul service starts on 12th March and will operate on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. As the flights avoid Russian airspace, the duration of the services increases to between 12-14 hours, depending on the direction. Both routes go around the Russian airspace from the south, and the return flight from Seoul to Helsinki can also take the northern route.

“We strive to offer our customers connections between Europe and Asia to the extent it is possible in this challenging situation,” says Ole Orvér, Chief Commercial Officer, Finnair. “We understand how frustrating the situation is to our customers and are very sorry about the inconvenience and trouble the flight changes are causing them.”

Avoiding the Russian airspace on flights between Europe and Asia has considerable impacts on flight times, thus impacting fuel, personnel, and navigation costs. The airline is currently in consultation with staff to lay off hundreds of employees.

Air101: Finnair to furlough up to 650 staff a month due to Russian airspace closure

Air101: Finnair resumes flights to Tokyo, Narita with four weekly frequencies and new routing

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JetBlue opens up for applications to its pilot gateway Programmes

 

                                         New York's hometown airline, JetBlue has announced that it has opened up the application process for its pilot Gateways. 

With seven distinct education and training paths for pilots and aircraft maintenance technicians, JetBlue’s industry-leading Gateways offer anyone with the talent and dream of flying a range of pathways into the industry, opening the door for more people to discover and define their own career path in aviation. As the airline with the longest-running pathway programs, JetBlue is proud to continue its legacy, producing hundreds of new-hire pilots for the airline with 12% of last year’s new-hire pilots coming through one of the JetBlue Gateways.

“Whether you’ve never been in an aircraft flight deck or already have a few solo flights under your belt and are planning for your future as a commercial airline pilot, we know that there is no single route to a career in aviation, but we do believe there should be a path available for anyone with the aptitude and passion to pursue it. Our Gateways offer multiple paths for those who’ve dreamed but never had the opportunity to pursue these highly-skilled careers in aviation,” said Robin Hayes, chief executive officer, JetBlue. “Since 2008 our Gateway programs have been removing many barriers of entry that often ground talented individuals before their dreams can even take flight. We are proud of our ability to extend opportunities to broader audiences and can’t wait to welcome the next generation of aviation professionals to JetBlue.”

External candidates can choose between two pilot development Gateways offering distinct paths to a JetBlue first officer position:

Gateway Select - With Gateway Select, qualified applicants who exhibit the right skills and aptitude can secure a path to JetBlue first officer status, regardless of previous flight experience. Accepted candidates receive guidance and mentorship as they progress through extensive and hands-on education and training with JetBlue and its partners. With a conditional job offer at JetBlue, based on completion of the program, qualifications, and required flight hours, Gateway Select aims to remove the uncertainty that grounds many from pursuing this rewarding career. First announced in 2016, JetBlue’s ab initio Gateway Select program has already started to graduate highly skilled pilots, with more than 30 candidates from the program joining JetBlue as first officers in the last year.

For applications and information on JetBlue’s Gateway Select Program, visit jetbluegateways.com.

Gateway University - With 11 Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI)-accredited partner colleges and universities including the program’s first HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) and HSI (Hispanic-Serving Institutions) added in 2021, JetBlue’s Gateway University program is the longest-running US airline program offering enrolled students a direct path to first officer status at JetBlue via a prescribed-time and experience-building pathway. JetBlue University helps mentor and encourage accepted students through school and time-building experience with JetBlue partner airlines or other time-building options while also opening opportunities to a broader and more representative group of aviation professionals.

For applications and information on JetBlue’s Gateway University Program, visit jetbluegateways.com.

JetBlue continues its commitment to developing internal talent by offering current crewmembers both Direct and Flex options toward becoming a pilot or maintenance technician. JetBlue’s program flexibility allows every crewmember to tailor their own experience, further emphasizing the airline’s culture as crewmembers define and work towards career goals.

The following JetBlue Gateways for pilot development are open to current JetBlue crewmembers, the immediate family of those crewmembers, and affiliated partners:

Gateway Direct - Flight Ops - Current crewmembers can depart their current position and pursue a prescribed college education accompanied with primary flight training at Aviator College. Upon graduation, crewmembers join Cape Air as a first officer, time build to ATP minimums, and then gain valuable flight experience as a Cape Air captain. The combined experience with Aviator College and Cape Air prepares pilots for a successful transition to JetBlue. Open to JetBlue crewmembers and Cape Air employees only.

For applications and information on JetBlue’s Direct-Flight Ops Program, visit jetbluegateways.com.

Gateway Flex - Flight Ops - Current crewmembers can depart their current position and pursue a flexible path to becoming a pilot—as well as choose their own location for training and time-building within a defined framework. Open to JetBlue crewmembers only.

For applications and information on JetBlue’s Flex-Flight Ops Program, visit jetbluegateways.com.

Gateway Family – New in 2022, immediate family of current JetBlue crewmembers can make a “Blue-line” to a first officer position through a defined education, training and time-building path. Open to family members of JetBlue crewmembers only.

For applications and information on JetBlue’s Family Program, visit jetbluegateways.com.

Since the introduction of the first Gateway University program in 2008, the airline’s Gateways have continued to expand, offering opportunities for candidates to find the path and careers goals that are right for them. With a particular focus on internal development, JetBlue announced new Gateways in 2021 expressly for current JetBlue crewmembers interested in becoming Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs), and for immediate family members of JetBlue crewmembers interested in becoming pilots. By making these Gateways available to crewmembers and their families, JetBlue looks to not only encourage the next generation of aviation professionals but reaffirm the airline’s culture of caring and commitment to crewmember development with increased opportunities for its diverse workforce.

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Bombardier has suspended all activities with Russian clients........statement on Ukraine......

The Canadian firm Bombardier has issued a statement on the ongoing crisis in Ukraine following the unprovoked Russian invasion and aggression. 

The entire Bombardier team continues to be deeply saddened by the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and Europe. As a company with deep roots in communities around the world, we are first and foremost concerned with the loss of human life and the toll this conflict is taking on families. We would like to reiterate our condolences to everyone who has suffered loss over the past days. We will do our part, in any way possible, to help the governments around the world pursue an end to this horrific conflict.

Bombardier has suspended all activities with Russian clients, including all forms of technical assistance. We will continue to adhere to international laws, regulations and sanctions, as they evolve.

Furthermore, Bombardier and the J. Armand Bombardier Foundation have jointly pledged $150,000 to the Canadian Red Cross, and we encourage our team members on all continents to also donate to worthy humanitarian causes supporting victims of this conflict around the world. Bombardier is first and foremost a people-centric company, built around upholding our collective morals and values, and we will continue to seek opportunities to further address the humanitarian crisis as well as promote peace.

The Canadian aviation firm is focused on designing, manufacturing and servicing of business jets of the Challenger and Global aircraft families. There is a worldwide fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft in service with a wide variety of multinational corporations, charter and fractional ownership providers, governments and private individuals. Bombardier aircraft are also trusted around the world in special-mission roles.

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