This year marks the 30th anniversary of Cork’s Atlantic Flight Training Academy a remarkable journey from humble beginnings to a global pilot training hub. With a fleet that’s grown to 26 aircraft and partnerships with major airlines like Ryanair and VistaJet,

AFTA has become a true leader in aviation training. Joining us today to talk about that journey and what it’s like to be part of it is Captain Philip Smythe, Safety Director at AFTA.