4 November 2024
“OK, let’s DHL it.” Any firm that uses courier services will probably have said that but now, it’s DHL employees who want to fly who are making the choice.
DHL Air (UK), the British arm of the German logistics giant, is offering a fully funded Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) programme for employees. The training will be with Gloucestershire based Skyborne Airline Academy.
The first candidates from DHL’s East Midlands base have joined Skyborne to start their UK CAA Integrated ATPL course, before becoming First Officers on one of DHL Air (UK)’s fleet of Boeing aircraft.
Debbie Moore, Head of Talent Management and Development at DHL Air (UK), said, “We’re delighted to be partnering with Skyborne for our first ever sponsored flight training initiative. With graduates from the academy already flying with DHL, we knew we were making the right choice.
“This cadet pilot programme gives an opportunity of a lifetime to our team members who could not otherwise afford the dream. Thanks to our funding and Skyborne’s expertise, our employees can pursue a pilot career with confidence.”
One of the new cadets pilots is Jordan Brown who said, “I’ve been working at DHL within the HR department for the past six years and now DHL has given me the opportunity of a lifetime, which never felt within reach, to fly our aircraft worldwide.
“I’m incredibly grateful to both DHL and Skyborne and look forward to completing my Integrated ATPL and returning to DHL Air (UK).”
Another, Jamie McKenzie, added, “I’ve always dreamt of a flying career, but I never believed I’d be able to achieve it.
“I’ve been working at DHL for the last nine years, most recently as an Aircraft Handling Specialist on board our aircraft. Now I will begin my journey towards flying the aircraft I used to load. I’m incredibly thankful to DHL and Skyborne for providing me with this opportunity of a lifetime.”
