Pilot surplus…pilot shortage. It’s a delicate balancing act between the aviation industry and flight training academies throughout the United States — a balancing act that was the center of discussion at Delta Connection Academy’s recent pilot summi at the academy’s headquarters in Sanford, Florida.

“The general consensus in the industry is that a pilot shortage is imminent,” said Jason Dauderman, CFO of Delta Connection Academy. “Within approximately two years the pipeline of domestic pilots will not be available to meet the demand of the airlines. The summit expressed a need for more funding opportunities and plans to create a committee that will explore options to allow future aviators to continue their dream.”

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