ATO's of Southern Africa Guide

ATO'S OF SOUTHERN AFRICA GUIDE

Introduction AVIATION NEEDS YOU!

THE COVID PANDEMIC has pressed the pause button on the pending pilot shortage, but as the airline industry returns to previous levels of flying the shortage will become more acute than ever.

If you’re looking to build a career in aviation, a

slow browse through the following pages with a pencil and pad will open up many opportunities for you.

Before the arrival of the Covid pandemic the aviation industry was awash with predictions of

The years immediately following Covid-19 are going to show tremendous industry growth with the attendant opportunities for a productive and rewarding career in aviation.

Pilots may be the face of the airline industry but there are many other opportunities.

a massive impending skills shortage. The only way the industry is going to be able to address this pending shortage is by dramatically ramping up training to ensure an ongoing flow of new professionals into the industry.

despatchers, meteorologists, check-in, passenger handling, cabin crew, pilots, traffic controllers, administration, caterers – the list is a long one and includes such a wide range of skills that almost anyone can find a suitable aviation career in which to get qualified.

Not Only Pilots

When you hear the words ‘aviation industry’, the first reaction is to think ‘pilot’. But aviation is an enormous industry and accordingly has a requirement for an imposing spread of skills.

the aviation industry was awash with predictions

Pre-Covid, in 2018, Boeing’s Pilot and Technician Outlook projected a demand for 790,000 new pilots over the next 20 years. In five years’ time this demand will become critical as those who left the industry, either due to retirement or for greener pastures, will need to be replaced.

From the front to the rear of an aircraft, and from the ground up to its cruise altitude, there are people, skills and jobs that are the mainstay of the industry. These are the maintenance technicians, ground-handlers, loadmasters,

Boeing’s number of 790,000 new pilots is double the current workforce and the most significant demand in the Outlook's nine-year history. And it’s not only the ‘pointy end’ that will need more people.

Costs will continue to be a huge hurdle.

Demand for maintenance engineers is projected at 622,000, and commercial cabin crew a staggering 858,000 people, mostly due to changes in fleet mix, regulatory requirements, denser seat configurations and multi-cabin configurations that offer more personalised service.

trainers. However, most of the potential students are unaware of the career opportunities in aviation, and the qualified trainers are being head-hunted by the industry to fill the jobs for which they’re training the students. This creates a revolving door of instructors and gives training organisation management sleepless nights. There is no “quick fix’ solution to either of these challenges.

Pilots

The business aviation and civil helicopter sectors will need an additional 155,000 pilots, 132,000 technicians and 32,000 new cabin crew. The demand is being driven by an anticipated doubling of the global commercial aircraft fleet, a record-high air travel demand and a tightening labour supply.

The forecast excludes general aviation (GA) requirements which swells the numbers significantly as not every pilot is employed by a carrier, some fly (and own) aircraft purely for small business reasons or the joy of flight. But the support system for GA is as intensive as for commercial carriers with an ever-growing number of aircraft needing pilots, maintenance, traffic control, administration and supply, as well as airfields to land, and on which to be based.

Some enterprising organisations have addressed the problem by elevating successful student graduates to instructor positions. This, to some measure ‘insulates’ them from the head-hunters as they are often invisible to the industry workplace and can also be contracted to their employer with ‘golden handcuffs’ such as scholarships and student loans.

“there has never been a better time than now”

Amongst all of these is the person who is the jewel in the crown of a training organisation – a dedicated trainer. These are people who derive their personal and career satisfaction, not from doing the job, but from enabling and empowering others to do the job. To a large extent, the success of the training component of the aviation industry will rest on the shoulders of the ‘dedicated’ trainers.

Boeing’s numbers are in line with industry projections from other bodies given to crystal ball gazing, and they all agree on one inescapable fact – we will have to train millions of new people to fill the slots of a skills-hungry industry. And therein lies our biggest challenge –and our biggest problem.

To remain viable in facing the challenge, training organisations are dependent on two main resources: an ongoing flow of dedicated new students and a stable supply of qualified

Africa

Africa has a massive opportunity in its relatively unskilled population, and it is here that we should look to bridging the skills gap in the aviation industry.

Many Africans are unaware that they could be aviation professionals and those that are, often do not have access to the funds needed for the qualifications. This creates opportunities for a spread of sub-industries to increase awareness that their dream is in fact possible and then

supply the funding and support mechanisms while the student qualifies.

There is also scope for public private partnerships (PPP) where governments could unlock some of their higher education budget to be applied to skills training under administration by approved Aviation Training Organisations (ATOs).

differing job requirements and accordingly, to be successful, will need have very differing basic personas and skills.

The organisations who have participated in this supplement are professional, dedicated entities that offer a wide spread of education opportunities, not only for new incumbents into the aviation industry, but also for those wanting to ‘upskill’ to better and more career fulfilling positions.

Are you the Right Type?

A huge break for the aviation industry is that there is no special type or basic personality needed for an individual to find a suitable career. The demands for skills is so wide that there is likely to be a job for anyone irrespective of their ‘type’. An aircraft maintenance engineer (AME) and a cabin crew member have vastly

Many young people (and a few older ones), dream about a career in aviation, and there has never been a better time than now, to take the action to turn those dreams into reality.

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There are many jobs other than pilots.

4 AVIATORS ARE BASED at Cape Town International airport in the general aviation area. It is our mission to provide each client with the best flight instruction possible.

Through a comprehensive orientation and professional flight training program 4 Aviators is designed to exceed expectations for any student. Every member of our team maintains the keystones of aviation: safety, quality, integrity and community.

Whether on the ground or in-flight, safety is our main priority. We will ensure that you not only feel safe but learn to fly safe. An instructor’s education is never over; neither is safety training. Our strictly maintained airplanes and adherence to standard protocol elevate safety above financial gain.

The quality of your training experience is paramount. We hold our flight instructors and the planes they fly to the highest standards. Flight training should be an enjoyable experience as well as an educational one. Our instructors combine patience and positivity with expert transparency. Our clients are very important to us.

Contact Us: info@4aviators.com Tel: +27 (0) 82 768 1754 j

AERONAV ACADEMY is committed to providing top-level flight training utilizing the most modern equipment available. This not only gives our clients an enjoyable training experience but also provides Aeronav the ability to conduct flight training in a manner that ensures that student pilots will be ready and well equipped to enter the aviation industry of the future.

Aeronav Academy is proud to offer a dynamic fleet of aircraft, including Diamond DA20s, Cessna 182s and the Diamond DA42 Twinstar Multi-engine trainer. The Academy’s latest acquisition is the impressive Alsim ALX-65 flight simulator. The amazingly realistic graphics feel of the controls and response make training in this flight simulator a truly first class experience.

The school is based at Lanseria Airport. A controlled airspace provides students with an excellent grounding in procedures and gives them the experience needed to cope with operating in a busy airline orientated environment.

Tel No: + 27 11 701 3862

Email: info@aeronav.co.za Website: www.aeronav.co.za

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info@aeronav.co.za

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SACAA/1110/ATO

AERO SPORT CT (SACAA-1071-ATO) was born during 1991 as a Microlight School. Over the years we have grown to include microlights, gyrocopters, Light Sport and PPL training.

We specialise in Tailwheel conversions as well as instructors, night and commercial ratings. We also provide maintenance and annual inspections on all NTCA aeroplanes. We are qualified for transponder calibration, pitot leak tests and compass swing.

Aero Sport CT is based at Cape Winelands Airport, just outside Durbanville in Western Cape and as available to operate seven days a week.

Contact: training@aerosport.co.za

Tel: +27 (021)21 001 8802

Cell: 083675 3541

AVCON JET AFRICA

At Avcon Jet Africa we focus on our extreme professionalism and corporate culture. We are proud to be part of the Avcon Jet Group, allowing us to serve not only the national markets, but beyond; bringing an even higher, more diverse level of expertise.

We offer Air Charters, In-House Simulators, Glass Cockpit Aircraft training, Aircraft Sales and Accounts Management, and advance flight training.

Our Self Fly Safari’s are truly one of a kind, priceless experiences. Embark on an adventure touring our countryside with a birds-eye-view, in a way only aviators can.

See the world like never before, by booking your introductory flight. We strive to offer you the best with our modern facilities, passionate experienced instructors and our well-maintained private fleet.

Adventure is at your fingertips with Avcon Jet Africa by your side.

Avcon Jet Africa, Main Terminal, Grand Central Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa.

Tel: 011 312 5676 | Email: office@avconjet. co.za | Find us on: Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn

Companies

WE PROVIDE ALL FORMS of flying training and self-fly hire with the specific goal of making flying accessible to as many people as possible, within a friendly environment where members, students and their guests can relax after their flights.

The Algoa Flying Club, a not for profit organisation of flying enthusiasts with the aims and objects of promoting flying and flying training in all its facets and to the highest standards. It’s the shared experience that helps to make the Algoa Flying Club the right place to earn your wings.

We boast a fleet of Cessna 152’s, Cessna 172’s, a Cessna 172Rg, a Piper Comanche, a Piper Seminole and an Airvan GA8 and a SACAA Accredited Elite Evolution S812 (FNPT 11) Simulator, which offers Multi Engine Piston based on the Beech Baron B58 and a Single Engine Piston based on the Cessna 172RG.

Contact: Telephone +27 41 581 3274 Email info@algoafc.co.za

Not ‘just another’ flying academy

A childhood dream and a great passion for all things aviationled to the founding of this company. Alpi Aviation is headed by avid aviation enthusiast, Dale de Klerk, who is an accomplished hangglider, microlight, glider and fixed-wing pilot. Dale has won several regional and national competitions, becoming world Rally Flying Champion in 2003. Dale also earned his Springbok Flying colours in Rally and Precision flying from 1995 through to 2004, and continues to challenge his considerable aviation capabilities in a wide range of aviation techniques, styles and aircraft.

ALPI Aviation SA was established after the demand arose for an accredited training organisation to cater for those who don’t want to

be, ‘just another pilot’. The intention was to build an accredited Flight School, certified to CAA standards, using experienced instructors with an ethos of respect toward all their students. At Alpi Aviation, we value the individuality of each student, and we will do our utmost to hone their capabilities and enhance their passion.

No one is ‘just another student pilot’. It is with this credo in mind that we invite you to personally experience how our broad background of solid aviation experience and expertise can take your flying career to new heights.

Contact Alpi Aviation on:

Tel: +27 82 556 3592 Email: dale@alpiaviation.co.za Website: www.alpiaviation.co.za

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ATNS Aviation Training Academy(ATA)

It is our vision to be a major contributing partner towards ensuring aviation safety in Africa through our training efforts. We are committed to world best practices and undertake to give each client the skills and knowledge to successfully take on the challenges faced by providers of Air Traffic Control and technical services.

As a TRAINAIR Plus full member and an ICAO Regional Training Centre of Excellence, the management of the Academy is uncompromising in delivering quality goods and services in accordance with ISO 9001 standards. Only professional instructors and quality personnel, coupled with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, are used in the ATNS ATA Training value chain. This ensures that all training programmes are delivered to exemplary interna tional training standards.

As an International Air Transport Association (IATA) regional training provider, the ATNS ATA was awarded IATA’s Worldwide Top Regional Training Partner for several years running. This partnership has culminated in the ATNS ATA qualifying as IATA’s 2016 Premier Circle Member.

ATA prides itself with ensuring the students’ well-being before, during and after their interaction with the Academy and this is managed through our client relations team who oversee this end-to-end process.

ATNS Bursar Program

The training bursary provides each bursar with an opportunity to conduct their studies at the ATNS Aviation Training Academy (ATA) in Bonaero Park. The following is offered as part of the bursary:

• Cost of tuition for the ATS Core Content Course

Accommodation, on a sharing basis, at a guest lodge arranged by the ATNS ATA

Transport to and from the ATNS ATA, as per study and practical requirements

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily

A monthly allowance

10 days of non-academic activities as determined by the study programme co-ordinators

How do you apply?

ATNS communicates the dates of the various intakes for candidates to apply via our website www.atns.co.za and on our social media pages.

The process of being recruited as a bursar student will include the following:

• You will be required to write ability assessments

Interview

Medical Examination (conducted by an Aviation Medical Specialist)

Vetting

Only if you have been successful in all these steps may you be offered a bursary contract.

must be a minimum of 18-years-old

of the Bursary

Have Grade 12 with Maths and English (HG

or level 4 upwards)

Must be a South African citizen

Medically fit

BORDER AVIATION OFFERS diverse training in fixed wing, helicopters and weight shift microlights. We carry out Ab-Initio Training (PPL & NPL), Commercial Pilot Training, Conversion to type training, Hour building for Commercial Students, Renewals, and Instrument Flight Training from PPL to CPL.

What makes us unique is that our dedicated team of instructors work with each student on a one-on-one basis, offering them tailored training specific to their needs. We also offer our Training out of three bases; Our East London Airport base allows for Instrument Flight Training

(IF Training). Our Wings Park base is situated just outside East London and allows for Short field training. Our third base is at Queenstown Airfield which gives our students an opportunity to do Mountain flying.

We welcome any aviation enthusiast from Ab-initio students to the casual weekend flyer to pursue their aviation passion. If you would like to find out more, please feel free to contact us on: Tel: +27 43 736 6181 Email: admin@borderaviation.co.za or editor@borderaviation.co.za Website: www.borderaviation.co.za

BLUE CHIP FLIGHT SCHOOL

Our Pilots Become Captains!

Blue Chip Flight School has 25 years of experience, training professional and recreational pilots from over 30 countries. Situated at Wonderboom National Airport, we provide flight training from PPL to ATPL. Blue Chip has an accredited in-house examination centre, a modern fleet of aircraft as well as an SACAA approved FNPT II simulator.

We offer a web based, paperless electronic booking, authosheet and student file system. Hour building is with a difference; we host fly-

aways and cross country trips that provide unique opportunities to be exposed to unfamiliar environments, and our instructors are always close at hand for guidance.

There is no substitute for a personal visit. Every day is open day at Blue Chip. Better still, talk to people in the aviation industry, former Blue Chip students are in sought after positions worldwide.

Contact : Tel: 012 543 3050 Email: admin@bluechip-avia.co.za www.bluechipflightschool.co.za

Companies

CLEARSKY SIMULATIONS

CLEARSKY SIMULATIONS is a proudly South African flight simulation company based in Port Elizabeth. We specialise in mentorship-based flight training programs making use of the latest flight simulation technology.

Our flight simulation training programs range from introductory packages to advanced flight training. All our courses are based on modern training methodologies and designed to supplement your flight training in order to achieve competency in the most efficient and cost effective manner.

Computer-Based Flight simulation training, combined with the powerful immersion of Virtual Reality headsets, has advanced to the point where it can effectively enhance the realism of

flight simulation training. In addition, the more relaxed environment is conducive to notional learning, whilst practically eliminating the common barriers normally associated with flight training.

Please feel free to contact us for more information or pop in for a free 20min simulated flight experience.

Contact:

(+27) 82 506 1308 – Stéphan Smit

(+27) 82 654 6638 – Pierre Smit

Email: info@clearskysim.co.za

Website: www.clearskysim.co.za

YouTube: ClearSky Simulations

Or look us up on Facebook and Instagram

Who is ClearSky Simulations?

ClearSky Simulations specialises in synthetic flight training, making use of the latest computer based flight simulation technology. Whether you dream is to fly privately or become a commercial pilot, ClearSky Simulations has you covered.

Bay School of Flight, which includes an additional 30 hours of flight simulation

DEAL ALLIANCE STARTED out as an Alliance between two aviators in 1999. The name DEAL is a unique combination of the first names of founders: Deborah and Alyson: DEAL ALLiance Aviation Training.

Although Deborah and Alyson have followed different career paths, DEAL ALLIance, now run solely by Deborah Mann has continued to serve the Aviation Industry with high quality and innovative training in all aviation subjects and certification.

Deal Alliance’s facilitators are highly qualified and passionate about training. We have even captured many French pilots who are training for higher licences and appreciate our knowledge and commitment.

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Although we hope to offer some of our courses online we do believe in face to face interactions and will never stop this form of training. Our CRM courses in particular never fail to make a positive impact on our pilots. We believe in attitude training that forms the basis of operational excellence in our industry.

Contact: Mobile: +27 (0) 82 495 8179 Email: info@dealalliance.co.za www.dealalliance.co.za www.facebook.com/dealalliance

Location: Beechcraft Road, Cape Town International Airport

Companies

“For those who love to fly”

With a modern fleet, knowledgeable instructors and excellent facilities, Flitecare Aviation takes a bespoke approach to Aviation training. Situated at Wonderboom National Airport close to two general flying training areas. Our students range from scholars to pensioners and the average Private Pilot’s License (“PPL”) completion time is only fifty-two flight hours. Flitecare’ s enthusiastic instructors and staff are committed to offer every student an unrivalled and unique experience.

The backbone of Flitecare’ s training fleet are four Sling 2 aircraft with EFIS and analogue instrumentation for initial PPL, night rating and

turbo conversion. An Extra 300 can be used for spin and upset recovery, and abnormal attitude. If you prefer vintage flying the 1955 Piper Pacer is perfect for tail wheel training.

Advanced training options: Initial Turbine Ratings and conversions on Quest Kodiak (Garmin G1000 equipped) or Blackhawk Grand Caravan (GTN750/650 equipped) Cessna 402 conversion training

Hangar 38, Wonderboom Airport, Pretoria Tel: (012) 543 1415 / 071 556 0480

E-Mail: reception@flitecare.co.za

JOHANNESBURG FLYING ACADEMY

Johannesburg Flying Academy established in 1984, is a SACAA approved Flight Training Facility situated South of Johannesburg. Due to our unique location at Panorama airfield, no time is wasted flying to and from the general flying area or on the ground waiting for flight clearances.

JFA offer professional training by dedicated and qualified instructors for National Pilot Licence (NPL) Private Pilot Licence (PPL), Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Instructors rating, Night rating, Renewals, Conversions, Endorsements, Tailwheel ratings in a relaxed, professional environment.

Training is carried out,7 days a week, on our modern fleet of 2-seater, Sling Aircraft and is tailored to your individual needs.

Contact: Office: (+27) 083 702 3680 Email: info@jhbflying.co.za

Panorama Airfield, Alberton

L&A’S SACAA-APPROVED ATO offers training courses from the mandatory 5-day Safety Management System and a 5-day Quality Management System & Auditing course to one-day ERP and several recurrence training courses. These courses are tailored to include RPAS companies too.

All L&A open courses (besides SEPT) are currently presented in a ‘virtual’ classroom, with the facilitator in attendance at all times. These classes require a minimum of 4 to a maximum of 16 delegates, to enable everyone the best individual instruction.

Online training course delegates are emailed their manuals prior to the commencement of training with certificates emailed to successful delegates on the completion of their course, with in-house training course delegates receiving printed hard copy manuals and certificates. Corporate in-house local and worldwide training, our speciality, has also now resumed.

Contact details: info@litson.co.za Phone: +27 21 8517187 Web: www.litson.co.za

LANSERIA FLIGHT CENTRE, established in 1989 offers professional flight training now located at Grand Central Airport. Our aim is to provide our clients with the highest standard of comprehensive training available and experience that you can draw on to plan your training and future in aviation. LFC is internationally recognised as a first-class flight school and aviation training organisation. We specialise in providing professional pilot training and private pilot training for domestic and international aviation students.

LFC is the first choice among aspiring pilots for professional flight training; we cater for domestic & international students, and offer full-time or part-time training.

With his team and over 35 years’ experience, Ian Dyson looks forward to continuing a rich tradition of professional pilot training and flight services to the aviation industry.

We have successfully trained both domestic and international airline pilots, hobby aviators, hourbuilding programs and supported advanced pilot training.

Many of our students now fly for the world’s top airlines including British Airways, Qantas and Emirates.

Contact: Grand Central Airport, Midrand +27 11 312 5166 www.flylfc.com

MADIBA BAY SCHOOL OF FLIGHT

8 Good reasons to Fly with Madiba Bay School of Flight:

Port Elizabeth Airport has an ILS on 2 runways. You will learn to fly in the Air Traffic Control environment. The air is clear, and the exquisite coastline stretches for 1000 km in either direction.

Student Accommodation is within easy walking distance of airport.

From zero to CPL with IFR on Multi Engine costs only R500 000.

We operate 6 Sling2 aircraft with Rotax 912iS engines. These are the very best training aircraft

in the business. Our multi engine aircraft is a Piper Twin Comanche.

We are well known for our high standard of training.

We take great pride in our super friendly family atmosphere.

Our facilities are fantastic. You can watch your friends perfect their landings while you enjoy snacks from the café, on the balcony.

Contact: info@mbsf.co.za

Gerhard: 083 235 7351 Office: 067 972 8069 www.mbsf.co.za

operate 6 Sling aircraft. Features: 700kg Non-LSA, Glass cockpit, Safe 11-hour fuel endurance, Safe, modern engine, Triple redundant electrical system, Stick control, Best handling, Highly stall resistant.

Courses Offered: PPl, CPL, IR and Night Rating.

Address: Boeing Rd, Port Elizabeth International Airport, Walmer Website: www.mbsf.co.za

Email: info@mbsf.co.za

Phone: +27 (0)83 235 7351

WE GIVE OUR AVIATORS the resources they need to become the top standard in aviation.

Springbok Air Academy is no ordinary air training organization. Our focus is not just about teaching you how to fly an aeroplane, we mentor you to become a professional aviator. We train our students through the following:

• Private Pilots License

• Night Rating

• Instructors Rating, GR III, II, I

• Multi-Engine Rating

• Instrument Rating

• Commercial Pilots License

• Airline Transport License

• A320 and B737 Type Ratings

• Any other Rating for Special Purposes.

Springbok Air Academy Advanced

Springbok Air Academy Advanced is there to prepare Aviators for their transition into the big commercial leagues. We have the facilities to provide you with the following:

• Instrument Rating

• Multi Engine Rating

• Airbus A320 Family and A330 Type Rating

• Boeing 737 Type Rating

• Any other Ratings for Special Purposes.

Telephone number: 011 824 2142

Email: info@springbokclassicair.co.za Website: www.springbokclassicair.co.za

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