Posted on: February 7th, 2023
After waiting a few years for related issues to resolve, Avsoft International is very excited to announce the release its new B737 MAX 8 aircraft system course. Avsoft developed the MAX 8 course to meet the training syllabus requirements of EASA and FAA, and to be suitable for both initial type rating and recurrent pilot…
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Posted on: January 11th, 2023
After two years out of circulation, the Boeing 737 MAX has once again been cleared for use after Boeing made important upgrades to the aircraft’s flight control system. Aviation safety agencies in the US, Brazil, Canada, Australia, the UK and the European Union have all signed off on these repairs, allowing the 737 MAX to…
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Posted on: November 30th, 2022
As air travel rebounds from the pandemic-induced lull, airlines are scrambling to meet an increased demand which has surfaced faster than expected. Due to a serious pilot shortage, many airlines have been forced to cancel flights, leaving travelers frustrated. This has caused the major U.S. airlines to aggressively compete for the services of pilots already…
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Posted on: November 18th, 2022
Just in time for winter in the northern hemisphere, Avsoft International has released a Contaminated Runways course for pilot general subject training. This online aviation course includes two modules, which cover the following topics: definitions, classification of contaminants, airport movement areas, runway condition reports, runway temperature monitoring, runway treatment and inspection, takeoff performance, landing performance,…
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Posted on: November 7th, 2022
Air Century, an air charter operator located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, has awarded Avsoft International a contract to deliver aircraft systems and general subject courses for online pilot training. Air Century will utilize Avsoft’s CRJ-200 and ATR Family aircraft systems courses as part of its initial and recurrent pilot training program, as well as…
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Posted on: October 25th, 2022
Avsoft International has signed a contract with Punitz Flugbetrieb GmbH Flight School, located in Güttenbach, Austria. Punitz Flug is an EASA certified ATO that provides private, commercial, and airline transport pilot training. Punitz Flug will be using Avsoft’s aircraft systems courses for the B737 Family, which includes the CL, NG, and MAX, for initial ground…
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Posted on: October 24th, 2022
Ground school is an important component of pilot training. There are two primary ways you can complete this coursework – at an in-person ground school or through online aviation training. It’s critical to evaluate the differences between these options and determine which best meshes with your learning style and specific needs. Learning and Retaining Information…
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Posted on: October 14th, 2022
Avsoft has just released an Extended Diversion Time Operations (EDTO) course for pilot general subject training. This online aviation course includes three modules, which cover the following topics: EDTO versus ETOPS, definitions, approval requirements, flight preparation, in-flight monitoring, and diversion situations, strategies, and fuel requirements. Avsoft developed the EDTO course to meet FAA, EASA, and…
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Posted on: October 3rd, 2022
At a time when pilot shortages are reaching a crisis level, there is another serious issue which may create challenges for airlines to get fully staffed. Significant examiner bias in aviation training makes it difficult for many aspiring pilots to receive a fair assessment, and this can have far-reaching implications for the industry. There are…
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Posted on: September 9th, 2022
Avsoft has created an Airbus A320neo aircraft systems online pilot course. The course includes 29 modules which cover all the major aircraft systems, including components, operations, controls, and indications associated with each system. There is a version of this course for two engine types: CFM Leap-1A and PW1100G-JM, and each version is available in either…
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