Rapidly growing fractional ownership company Executive Jet (EJI) is to partner Ohio State University to create an accelerated flight training programme to meet future pilot requirements. Talks on a similar scheme are under way with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Columbus, Ohio-based EJI hired 450 pilots last year, and will recruit another 550 this year for its expanding NetJets fractional ownership programme. The company, which received over 8,000 applications last year, says it is preparing for the future with its plan to "fast track" potential NetJets pilots through graduate training.
Students at Ohio State will be able to enroll in a course that prepares them for entry on graduation into an accelerated pilot training programme designed by EJI. The programme will also be available to experienced pilots seeking advanced training.
Source: Flight International
