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Universal Flight Concepts expands fleet to 32 Tecnam aircraft

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Universal Flight Concepts expands fleet to 32 Tecnam aircraft   - Maintenance / Trainings publisher
Dana Ermolenko
Country: United States Aircraft: Airplanes

Universal Flight Concepts, one of the United States’ leading flight training organizations, has expanded its training fleet by acquiring an additional four Tecnam aircraft, including the P2008 LSA and P2010 models. UFC now has a total of thirty two Tecnam aircraft. UFC plans to add twenty-four more aircraft to its Tecnam fleet within the next two years, reinforcing its commitment to providing the highest quality training with modern, efficient, and safe aircraft.

Company founder, Dr. Gordon A Jiroux, hc started his aviation training career over 45 years ago, with Universal Flight Concepts and its sister company Universal Helicopters training hundreds of thousands of flight hours and served hundreds of students annually through several FAA Part 141 locations across the United States, including Waco (TX), Scottsdale (AZ) , Camarillo (CA), and Provo (UT). The Provo location also operates as an FAA Part 145 Repair Stationand is home to UHI’s Robinson Dealership. UHI is also the only approved Bell training center (CTF) in the BH206 and Bell 505 and the only Bell approved Dealer/Re-seller of the Bell 505

Dr. Gordon A. Jiroux, hc, President & CEO, Universal Flight Concepts commented: “Quality, Safety and Timely performance by a manufacturer is number one on our priority list and TECNAM meets all of them each and every day!” 

Walter Da Costa, Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer stated: “We are honored by the continued trust placed in Tecnam by Universal Flight Concepts. Our shared dedication to safety, quality, and innovation makes this partnership a perfect fit. UFC’s expansion with Tecnam aircraft is a testament to their unwavering commitment to excellence in pilot training.”

Universal Flight Concepts’ proven safety record since the delivery of their 1stTecnam aircraft, combined with their focus on quality aircraft, rigorous maintenance programs, and strong manufacturer partnerships, ensures that their students continue to progress into productive aviation careers worldwide.





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