August 04, 2023

Leading Edge Aviation Celebrates Record-Breaking Month as Graduates Secure Roles with prestigious Airlines

July marked a significant milestone for Leading Edge Aviation, the UK’s top pilot training academy. A record-breaking number of graduates have secured placements within top airlines, elevating the academy’s reputation for effectively preparing students for their pilot career.

Chief Talent Officer, Katie Broadhurst, spoke of the remarkable achievement, saying, “This record-breaking month is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Every pilot we’ve trained, and each placement achieved underscores our dedication to provide a comprehensive and highly effective training experience, transitioning our graduates smoothly from the classroom to the flight deck.”

The academy’s success is rooted in its integrated LEAP course. This comprehensive training platform delivers an all-inclusive pilot education, incorporating specialised, tailored ground and flight training for rapid progress. Further enhancing the student experience, LEAP offers an enrichment programme for personal and professional development, awards a BSc degree in Air Transport Management with Airline Pilot Training, and provides access to a unique student wellbeing curriculum.

Alongside the LEAP course, Leading Edge Aviation’s pioneering ‘Whole Pilot Approach’ plays a critical role in shaping students for the demands of aviation. This innovative approach cultivates a comprehensive skill set beyond technical knowledge. By integrating crucial traits such as assertiveness, teamwork, professionalism, and calmness into the curriculum from the get-go, the academy ensures continuous evaluation and improvement of its graduates.

“Our trainees are not just technically proficient but also commercially focused and ‘airline ready’, equipped to handle the complexities of multi-crew environments and successfully navigate through the challenges of an aviation career,” said Broadhurst.

With a track record of success and a commitment to excellence, Leading Edge Aviation continues to set the standard for pilot training in the UK. The academy encourages all aspiring pilots to explore their wide array of training courses and discover how they can turn their aviation dreams into reality.

To learn more about our training programmes, academy and facilities or to book a visit, get in touch with one of our Training Advisors today!

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