The impact of the heatwave on aviation

The impact of the heatwave on aviation

For almost a month Europe has been living in a heat wave. Apart from the problems of health, water, fire and disruption of daily life, the aviation sector is seriously disrupted. Both on the lift of the aircraft, on the condition of the runways, on the fatigue and...
The Montgolfiades of Metz coming soon

The Montgolfiades of Metz coming soon

This gathering of some thirty hot-air balloons on the Metz lake is part of the Mirabelle festival. This year it falls at the same time as the Gordon Bennett. But it should be remembered that it was Pilâtre de Rozier Organisation that invented this event in 1983, and...
Descent of the British

Descent of the British

Every even-numbered year, we are lucky enough to welcome British crews who come to fly and meet their hosts. This summer we have the chance to welcome 6 pilots who have been regulars at the Mondial for many years. Cet été, nous avons la chance d’accueillir 6...
How to become a pilot?

How to become a pilot?

We are often asked how to become a pilot. The new European regulations have changed the process somewhat. You must already be over 16 years old, pass through the hands of an aeronautical doctor to validate the aptitude. Then you choose an instructor from a training...
Training since 1985: almost a hundred

Training since 1985: almost a hundred

More than 90 men and women have become pilots at the Pilâtre de Rozier Training Center since 1985. A long story that began in two small villages to the east of Metz (Moselle). First at Cheuby Sainte Barbe, then at Courcelles Chaussy before landing in...