Training Insights
Stories and insights from the aviation world

Jerrie Mock (1925-2014)
Geraldine Mock, known as Jerrie Mock, was the flying housewife. The first women to fly solo arround the world. She started dreaming to be a pilot when she first went up in an airplane at the age of 7. She studied to be an aviator at Ohio Statue University, but

José Salvo Schmitz (1965 – 2014)
José “Pepe” Salvo Schmitz was born on April 2, 1965 in Luxembourg. Pepe’s passion for aviation was inborn. While children his age played at the park, he would ask his parents to take him to the airport so he could watch planes go by. He collected all sorts of aviation

TOP 3 GREATEST EMERGENCY LANDINGS
Every pilot know that there is a remote posibility that something can go wrong on a flight. In aviation History we found great emergency landings, and here are our nominations of emergency landings. 1 – A300 BAGHDAD An A300n4-400 cargo plane was struck by a missile at 8,000 feet. The

TOP 5 CURIOUS AIRSHIPS
TOP 5 STRANGE PLANES Here is a list of the 5 most unusual planes in aviation History: NASA AD-1 Airplane designed at the NASA in 1979. Know for it unique oblique wing. Blohm & Voss BV Designed in 1939, was a German war aircraft. Notable for its uncommon structural

THE ORIGINAL FLIGHT SIMULATOR
The Link trainer – known as the Blue box- was the first comercially built Flight simulator. The grand father of the modern full flight simulator, the blue box was designed in the 20´s and used by the United States Army Air Corps to train their pilots. During World War II, more than

Free Online Aviation course by Capt. José Luis Parra
Global Training Aviation (GTA) invites you to enhance your aviation knowledge with a free online course, titled “Flying with Captain Newton”, led by Capt. José Luis Parra, a founding partner and instructor at GTA. This training offers essential insights for aviation professionals and enthusiasts alike. Why Join? Expert Guidance: Learn

PBN for DUMMIES
Are you passionate about aviation but unsure where to start? Or perhaps you’re a seasoned professional looking to sharpen your skills? Global Training Aviation (GTA), a leading name in aviation training, offers a variety of free online aviation courses designed to meet the diverse needs of enthusiasts and professionals alike.

A320 Standard Operational Procedures /Airbus-ECAM philosophy
Looking to deepen your understanding of the Airbus A320? Global Training Aviation (GTA) is excited to offer a free online course focused on A320 Standard Operational Procedures and the Airbus-ECAM Philosophy. Designed for aviation professionals, students, and enthusiasts, this course is an excellent opportunity to gain specialized knowledge from industry

¿Go Around o Missed Approach?
In the dynamic world of aviation, decision-making is critical, especially during crucial phases like landing. Global Training Aviation (GTA) is thrilled to present its second free online course, “Go Around or Missed Approach?”, designed to provide clarity on these essential maneuvers. Led by Capt. José Luis Parra, a founding partner

Engine Failure During Initial Climb (A320)
Global Training Aviation (GTA) proudly presents its first free online aviation course, “Engine Failure During Initial Climb” (A320). This critical training, led by Capt. José Luis Parra—a founding partner and instructor at GTA—delivers essential knowledge for dealing with one of the most challenging scenarios in aviation. Whether you’re a pilot,

The Hudson “miracle”

Air Canada´s case

The secret lenguage of Cabin Crew

DC-3 Plane Wreck in Iceland – A Symbol of Aviation History

Unlocking the Secrets: The Psychology of Flight and Pilots
