Spanish Business Awards 2025

Jul22493 9. Jul22493 The aviation industry is growing rapidly, fuelled by increasing population growth and global connectivity, technological advancements, economic development in emerging markets, and increasing middle-class incomes. In fact, the International Air Transport Association predicts global air travel to double by 2040. Around the world, there is a rising demand for qualified pilots to accommodate for this increase alongside growing interest in joining the aviation industry. Fly & Fun is a leading pilot training centre based in Madrid that has been recognised in the Spanish Business Awards 2025. Julio de Zavala, Pilot, Entrepreneur, and Manager of Fly & Fun, tells us more. Founded in 2011, Fly & Fun is a private flight school and flying club currently leading the industry in aviation education. The company was established with four strong core values that have not changed since its inception, comprising safety, achieved through strict training, adherence to procedures, and a deep knowledge of its machinery; the latest technology, being the first private pilots flight school to offer flight training with the Garmin G1000; an outstanding approach to customer care; and excellence in formation in order to train safe, sound, and knowledgeable pilots. Fly & Fun offers a variety of top-tier services for aspiring and established pilots alike. From private pilot courses and flight simulators to pilot license renewals and revalidations, Fly & Fun truly has something geared toward anybody within the aviation industry. The company boasts an advanced aircraft fleet, including the Cessna 172 R with Garmin 1000 technology, the Cessna 172 FR J, and a G1000 simulator for on-ground training sessions. Atop this, as the company was home to the first private pilots flight school, as "European Flyers", based in Madrid, was the first commercial pilots flight school to introduce it. “Our core mission is to train safe and sound pilots, and we are very proud that no pilot trained by us have suffered an accident to date,” says Julio. “We offer the best training in Cuatro Vientos, both theoretical and in flight. Our customers receive a close, warm, and friendly environment; we care about them as no other firm does and as a result, they are loyal and faithful. Many come back to fly with us after their training or recommend us to relatives and friends. That’s why we are the only flight school in Cuatro Vientos with a five-star rating on Google. “ Renowned for its expertise, client-centric approach, and dedication to reshaping the aviation sector, Fly & Fun has certainly build a stellar reputation of prestige evidenced in countless positive testimonials left by past and present pilots. “Fly & Fun is very well organised, and Julio is a highly professional, dedicated, and very friendly instructor,” says Armin. “I can definitely recommend Fly & Fun to anyone interested in flight training or aircraft rental!” “I contracted Fly & Fun to renew my pilot license,” reports Javier. “The experience could not have been more positive. I encountered formality - a rare quality in the aeronautical world -, competent and rigorous instructors with structured procedures, and top-category airplanes, such as the Cessna 172, which are well maintained and perfectly equipped. You can’t ask for more. An absolutely recommended school.” “Julio turns what is difficult into an incomparable pleasure,” writes Jorge. “I appreciate his professionalism, patience, dedication, and delivery. After thousands of hours flown in jets, I once again enjoyed visual flight without skimping on safety and procedures. With my new SEP qualification in my pocket, I will return whenever I can to enjoy the sky of Madrid. The quality of Fly & Fun should be the industry standard.” Driven by a passion and enthusiasm in everything it does, Fly & Fun is committed to continue promoting the education of safe and sound pilots around the world. The company is prepared to accommodate for the rapid growth of the aviation industry, with the demand for its pilot courses having already increased drastically in recent years. This growth is expected to continue over the next decade, and will be expertly handled by Fly & Fun, named the Best Pilot Training Centre 2025 – Madrid. “After almost 15 years of hard work and commitment, our future looks bright and we face it with optimism,” Julio concludes. “We plan to introduce new courses throughout the year that will satisfy our customers’ needs and our high standards. With an increased demand in pilot courses, a solid reputation, and well-earned respect as a flight school and flying club, 2025 looks positive and prosperous for Fly & Fun.” Contact: Julio de Zavala Company: Fly & Fun Web Address: https://flyandfun.es/ Best Pilot Training Centre 2025 – Madrid Feb25282

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