Oxford Airline Training brand returns with modular pilot training

A famous name in aviation training is returning to London Oxford Airport. Oxford Airline Training has officially announced its launch, aiming to provide a high-quality, ‘ethically operated’ modular professional pilot training alternative.

Established in June 2025 as a sister company to Triple J Aviation Engineering, the firm is revitalising the Oxford training brand from a 55,000sqft purpose-built facility.

The launch marks a significant investment in the UK’s modular training sector, which co-founders Anthony Petteford and John Hardcastle believe deserves the same level of prestige as traditional integrated routes.

Industry veteran Anthony Petteford has set up the new Oxford Airline Training with John Hardcastle, who runs the adjacent Triple J Diamond Aircraft Service Centre

The centre is set to begin operations in April 2026. The rollout of UK CAA-approved programmes will follow a phased schedule:

1. April 2026: Launch of Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation (APS MCC) and MCC Instructor training.
2. Spring 2026: Introduction of Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (AUPRT).
3. Later in 2026: Release of Multi-Engine Class Rating, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) courses.

Oxford Airline Training has equipped its facility with a mix of modern flight simulation training devices (FSTD) and aircraft:

• Airbus A320 and Boeing 737NG FTD1 simulators will be used for multi-crew training
• Two Diamond DA42 FNPTII simulators
• Up to six Diamond DA42 TDI aircraft for multi-engine training
• Super Decathlon specifically for Upset Recovery training (UPRT).

OAT has two FTD1 simulators. This one is the Boeing 737NG and the other is an Airbus A320

A key advantage for the school is its partnership with Triple J Aviation Engineering, which will maintain all aircraft and simulators on-site to ensure high fleet availability.

Beyond the flight hours, the company is focusing on employability. Students who complete all professional modules at the centre will gain access to a dedicated Airline Careers Centre, designed to bridge the gap between graduation and airline employment.

“The Modular pilot training pathway is equally valid for airline entry and deserves the same level of investment, quality, and commitment as Integrated and MPL routes,” said the co-founders in a joint statement.

Oxford Airline Training will have an Open Day at its airport base on 14 March. To attend, register at the company’s website.

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