CAE Oxford Aviation Academy
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CAE Oxford Aviation Academy is considered one of the best places in the world for pilot training, offering a global experience with students from various countries. The instructors are highly experienced and friendly, providing support to students. However, some reviews mention potential issues with under-resourcing, poor management during the flying phase, and instructors with unreasonably high expectations.
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About CAE Oxford Aviation Academy
CAE Oxford Aviation Academy, a part of CAE, is a global flight training network with a long history dating back to 1961. They offer integrated aviation training and resourcing services, having trained over 26,000 professional pilots who now fly for airlines worldwide. CAE Oxford operates a large fleet of over 125 training aircraft, 64 flight simulators, and 10 training centers across five continents. The academy is known for its airline-aligned flight training programs and partnerships with major airlines like easyJet, British Airways, and Qatar Airways. CAE Oxford's flagship course takes students with no flight experience to a "frozen ATPL" in approximately 18-24 months, preparing them for employment as a First Officer. They also offer Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) tracks in partnership with airlines, providing airline-specific training from the start. The academy has a global presence with training locations in Europe, the Americas, and Asia. CAE Oxford Aviation Academy Phoenix, located in Mesa, Arizona, at Falcon Field Airport, provides flight training courses approved by the FAA. These courses enable students to obtain US licenses such as Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot, Instrument Rating, and Flight Instructor. The Phoenix location also offers high-altitude and high-performance endorsements and a Multi Crew Pilots License (MPL) Program used by Japan Airlines.