L3Harris Streamlines Pilot Training, Installs Flight Data Monitoring in Fleet

The academy offers two pathways, plus a means by which it will make its operations ‘more efficient.’

Monday, November 07, 2022 at 04:16 PM ET

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L3Harris Technologies launches two new EASA/UK-based airline transport pilot license (ATPL) programs for aspiring pilots. [Courtesy: L3Harris]

Key Takeaways:

L3Harris Airline Academy is capitalizing on renewed demand for pilot training by streamlining operations, consolidating to key UK and Florida bases, and adapting its business post-COVID challenges.
The academy has launched two new, transparently priced ATPL programs—Integrated and Flying Start—which include accommodations during US training, training assurance, and access to a Graduate Placement Pool.
L3Harris has integrated advanced flight data monitoring (FDM) into its training fleet to enhance safety, improve post-flight debriefs, and optimize operational efficiency, including reducing its carbon footprint.

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With both major and low-cost carriers in the European Union reporting strong third quarter results, many are opening back up to pilot training programs. And L3Harris Technologies has positioned itself to accommodate the influx of students.

That’s according to David Coward, vice president and general manager of L3Harris Airline Academy, part of the company’s Training Services division. “COVID was a big challenge for us, and during that we had to trim the business,” Coward said in an interview with FLYING on Friday.