Pegasus Airlines complete core MPL Train-the-Trainer utilising CBTA Unity™
Our 3-day Train-the-Trainer covered all aspects of MPLI training in accordance with AMC1 FCL.925 while being fully compatible with the airline's upcoming Mixed-EBT programme.
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The origins of CBTA Unity™ - The Rosetta Stone of Aviation Training
After the launch, our co-founder Andy Mitchell FRAeS reflects on the journey he and co-founder Ignacio Gallego took to arrive at this industry milestone; aligning all CBTA under a single language.
Pegasus Airlines Named Official Launch Customer for CBTA Unity™
Utilising our brand-new unique framework; the Rosetta Stone of aviation training, Pegasus Airlines look to the future of uniting EBT and CBTA across their operation
Powering Expert EBT & CBTA Conversations at EATS 2025 Head of Training Event.
At the recent Halldale EATS Head of Training round-table event, Empower.aero co-founder Captain Andy Mitchell took center seat to lead the dedicated EBT/CBTA Implementation table.
Kon'nichiwa CBTA! Partnering with Nippon Cargo Airlines
We are thrilled to announce that Japanese operator Nippon Cargo Airlines has successfully completed our specialized Next-Gen CRM (Crew Resource Management) course.
Empower Collaboration Continues to Drive Turkish Airlines EBT Roll-Out
The world's largest airline by number of destinations gets closer to Baseline EBT as they enter year 2 of Mixed implemenation under Empower.aero support.
airBaltic Engages Empower for Additional EBT Train-the-Trainer Course
Following a highly successful initial implementation, we are delighted to announce that airBaltic has re-engaged Empower.aero to deliver an additional EBT Train-the-Trainer course.
airBaltic Training Leadership Completes Empower.aero's EBT Manager Masterclass
While equipping instructors with the right methodology is crucial, true operational autonomy requires the leadership team to master the complex infrastructure running behind the scenes.
Turkish Airilnes & TAFA Complete Core MPLi Train-the-Trainer Course
The course the first in the world to be fully compatible with Mixed & Baseline EBT to work in perfect harmony with Turkish Airlines' current EBT implementation.
Empower.aero Extends Innovative Collaboration with Turkish Airlines for Wider CBTA Implementation
Turkish Airlines is now taking the visionary step to expand our collaboration, rolling out comprehensive Competency-Based Training & Assessment (CBTA) across their wider training portfolios.
Pegasus Airlines Continues its CBTA Empowerment Success Story
While equipping instructors with the right methodology is crucial, true operational autonomy requires the leadership team to master the complex infrastructure running behind the scenes.
Emerald Airlines complete Empower.aero CBTA Train-the-Trainer Course
The exclusive operator of the Aer Lingus Regional network, selected Empower.aero to lead their transition to Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA).
Empowered: Turkish Airlines begin in-house EBT instructor training
Today, we are incredibly proud to celebrate a monumental milestone: Turkish Airlines has officially transitioned to conducting their own EBT Train-the-Trainer courses entirely in-house.
Turkish Airlines receive first-ever Mixed EBT Approval from Turkish DGCA
We are immensely proud to announce that Turkish Airlines has officially achieved its Mixed EBT approval in record time, marking a transformative leap forward in modern flight training.
Empower.aero’s Co-Founder Presents Key Insights at EASA KSA100 Webinar
Drawing upon decades of frontline regulatory and operational experience, our leadership stepped forward to help bridge the gap between policy and practice.
An EBT Manager Masterclass in Türkiye
During this 3-day masterclass, Turkish Airlines senior training managers and core standards leaders gathered for a deep-dive into the practical best-practice implementation of EBT.
The Empower.aero Founders powering EATS 2023
From moderating head-of-training roundtables to breaking down complex EASA compliance requirements, Andy and Ignacio brought decades of practical cockpit and managerial experience to the forefront of the event.
Turkish Airlines Selects Empower.aero for Innovative EBT Implementation
The collaboration will include EBT Train-the-Trainer courses for their +400 instructors for best practice competency-based grading standardisation, plus oversignt support for approved manual drafting and an EBT Manager Masterclass.
airBaltic Approved for Mixed EBT – First in the Baltic States
Achieving Latvia's first Mixed EBT approval means airBaltic can now transition their simulator training away from rigid, one-size-fits-all checking regimes.
airBaltic Completes Final EBT Train-the-Trainer Core Course with Empower
Over successive phases of intensive training, collaboration, and standardisation, airBaltic’s instructor community has thoroughly mastered the intricate competencies required under modern EBT frameworks.
Empower.aero runs EBT/CBTA Manager Masterclass with multiple airlines in Madrid
We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of another elite EBT/CBTA Manager Masterclass, hosted in the vibrant aviation hub of Madrid.
Empower.aero Co-Director Presents at Halldale CBTA Webinar
Halldale's webinar series provides a vital platform for industry leaders to share frontline insights, address common implementation bottlenecks, and establish best practices.
CityJet Completes Final EBT Train-the-Trainer Core Course with Empower
By completing this final core course under the guidance of our co-founders, CityJet ensured their instructor community achieved the instructor competencies required for EBT.
Empower Returns to Istanbul for Further CBTA Training with Pegasus Airlines
During our return visit, the training sessions focused heavily on practical application and deep instructor calibration, ensuring that every evaluator continues to operate with the exact same standard.
Empower.aero Founders' Key Roles at EATS 2022
Leveraging their extensive backgrounds as active line pilots, senior examiners, and pioneering EBT experts, Ignacio & Andy provided attendees with clear, actionable insights across different conference streams.
Empower's Autumn Trip to Latvia as EBT Roll-Out Continues at airBaltic
Following their historic milestone as the first operator in Latvia to achieve Mixed EBT approval, airBaltic's commitment to scaling the framework across their growing pilot network remained uncompromising.
Empower Head East for Pegasus Airlines First CBTA Train-the-Trainer Course
After selection as the exclusive supplier for Competency-based Training & Assessment across their pilot recurrent training programme, Empower.aero co-founders head to Istanbul for the first CBTA Train-the-Trainer Core Course.
Empower.aero Founders Provide Key Input to EASA EBT Baseline Checklist
As European regulators worked to establish clear, practical compliance guidelines for Baseline Evidence-Based Training under RMT.0599, they turned to frontline experts who understand the complexities of cockpit operations and simulator training management.
airBaltic selects Empower.aero to provide solution for Mixed EBT implementation
By introducing our unique architecture based on actual Mixed and Baseline EBT experience, this initial engagement in Latvia established the core principles of next-gen training.
Empower.aero's EBT Manager Masterclass Attracts Airline Managers & EASA
The inaugral Empower.aero EBT Manager Masterclass attracts heads of training from multiple European airlines and EASA representation.