BAA Training Aviation Academy

09/07/2026

BAA Training France training center has become the first worldwide to operate an Airbus A320neo full flight simulator, certified to the new Airbus Standard 2.2.1 and declared Ready for Training (RFT).

The new A320neo FFS, owned by Transavia France, operated and maintained by BAA Training, is now available for training to airlines and operators globally.

This has further strengthened our position as the largest training center within the BAA Training network 👏

Read the full news 👇 Link in the comments section

07/07/2026

What separates a pilot-in-training from one who's ready for airline operations? 🤔✈️

It comes down to nine core pilot competencies, which cover far more than the flying skill.

Each competency breaks down into observable behaviors, assessed across classrooms, flight simulators, and real line operations.

They're the foundation of CBTA (Competency-Based Training & Assessment): a training approach that builds the knowledge, skills, and attitude needed to handle both normal and unexpected situations – safely, every time.

Swipe through to learn a little bit more about all nine 👇

02/07/2026

A warm welcome to our 16 new Qatar Airways MPL program cadets!

The Multi-crew Pilot License (MPL) program is one of the most rigorous and prestigious pathways into commercial aviation – and this group has earned their place in it.

Over the coming months, their passion, dedication and drive will carry them through every stage of training, all the way to the Second Officer seat at Qatar Airways.

The journey starts today. Welcome aboard! 🛫

25/06/2026

Another Qatar Airways MPL program graduation, another group of fantastic pilots set for the skies!

We’ve welcomed Qatar Airways’ Captain Hamad Al-Kuwari, Deputy Manager Cadet Pilot Training, in Vilnius, to celebrate this milestone together with our CEO Marijus Ravoitis and Chief Growth Officer Martynas Mazeika, and new Second Officers Officers.

23/06/2026

How much do pilots earn in 2026? 🤔✈️

We put together a guide covering key European markets and a broader global picture, based on the best data available so far this year.

From entry-level LCC positions to Gulf carrier packages, the range is wider than most people expect.

Publicly available salary data in aviation varies a lot by country and carrier – some markets are well-documented, others much less so. Either way, it's a useful read for anyone trying to get a feel for where pilot pay currently sits across Europe and beyond.

Read the full blog post 👉 https://baatraining.com/blog/airline-pilot-salary-how-much-pilots-earn

A comprehensive look at airline pilot salaries in 2026 – covering First Officer pay ranges across France, Germany, Italy, and Spain, with a global snapshot of the Middle East, US, Latin America, and Asia.

18/06/2026

Our Paris ground school is teeming with new pilots-in-training energy!

Two student groups started their pilot journey – Volotea MPL Cadet and our ATPL Integrated programs – we couldn't be prouder to guide them closer to their First Officer seats.

16/06/2026

Starting your pilot training journey can be daunting. But when you have strong support along the way, it becomes a truly enjoyable experience ✨

Damian, an alumnus of one of our cadet programs, shares his experience about our training services at BAA Training Spain – from the instructors, who’re genuinely committed to helping him succeed, to the high training standards during his Type Rating training time in Barcelona.

His pilot career journey took off with us. Will yours?

08/06/2026

Ground school builds your foundation. Flight training puts it into practice. And Type Rating – that's what sets you apart in a competitive industry ✈️✨

But more than the program structure, it's the mindset that makes the difference. Our student Linas breaks it all down – the process, the preparation, and the mental approach that gets you to the flight deck ready.

04/06/2026

One part of the pilot journey ends, the other begins 🛩️✨

Congratulations to our Luxair partnership program students who have successfully completed their ATPL Integrated training with us and have earned their CPL!

Months of hard work, dedication and drive have led them here, and we’re very excited to see them off to the next part of their pilot training – and toward the First Officer seat at Luxair.

02/06/2026

The first solo is something no pilot ever forgets 🛩️

The nerves. The focus. The moment the wheels leave the runway and it's just you.

At its core, flight training is the experiences that shape you into the pilot you're becoming. Our student Milan recalls his. The challenges, the breakthroughs, the feeling of lifting off completely alone for the very first time.

His verdict? It's worth it. Every single time.