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Flight Test Training and Support

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All in Europe.

EURO FLIGHT TEST is your trusted commercial test pilot school and OEM-independent provider of flight test services, headquartered at Siegerland Airport, Germany. We serve military operators, public institutions and the aviation industry with certified training and expert support. With a strong record of customer satisfaction, EFT prepares the aviation elite through mission-ready test crew qualification and delivers high-quality flight test engineering — with precision, flexibility and a distinctive European signature.

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Training Courses

Train beyond standards. Test beyond limits.

We provide time-efficient, comprehensive instruction for your professional and academic advancement. Our courses include EASA-certified training formats, military flight test qualifications and a Master’s degree study program. All training areas cover fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters and unmanned systems – delivered by experienced test pilots and leading experts from military, industry and research.

Flight Test Services

From concept to completion. From data to certification.

Our team provides tailored flight test services to support aircraft development, certification, and research programs. From planning and instrumentation to execution and data analysis, we deliver reliable results with safety and efficiency at the core. Experienced test pilots and engineers operate across all classes of airborne platforms – ensuring mission success under real-world conditions and enabling cost-effective planning and scheduling for our customers.

Defence & Security

Tested capability. Tactical advantage.
 
We support military forces and defence industry with mission-oriented services across the full spectrum of air operations. Our expertise includes operational test & evaluation (OT&E), fielding services for new and upgraded systems and multi-domain network-based tactical training tailored to real-world threat scenarios. Combining a flight test approach with operational insight, we help enhance readiness, accelerate capability integration and ensure reliable performance in complex environments.

Master of Science Program

Your mission. Your leadership.

The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Project Studies with a Specialization in Applied Flight Testing is a fully accredited and internationally recognized 12-month online study program developed in cooperation with TRIAGON Academy. It is designed for engineers, pilots and experienced technicians who wish to deepen their expertise without pausing their careers. Combining academic foundation with practical application, the program prepares graduates to plan, lead and manage complex flight test scenarios across civil and military platforms.

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European rooted. Internationally recognized.

EFT builds on Europe’s aerospace tradition, combining technical knowledge with regulatory clarity. All training programs follow the latest EASA standards to ensure practical value and operational applicability. Trusted by air forces, regulators and industry across Europe, EFT delivers flight test training that reflects a shared commitment to quality, safety and harmonized qualification – civil and military.

Innovative. Independent.

EFT contributes to aerospace research and develops a proprietary Variable Stability System as an in-flight simulator. We also design dedicated measurement equipment for advanced testing needs. This enables earlier flight dynamics analysis, reducing risk and timelines. EFT supports manufacturers and operators with system integration, evaluation and certification – offering independent expertise and unbiased analysis beyond OEM influence.

Qualified. Certified.

EFT is an EASA Approved Training Organization (ATO) for all flight test categories on both aeroplanes and helicopters. Additional approvals include Specialized Operations (SPO), UAS Category 1 military training and Advanced UPRT. EFT also qualifies German Air Force personnel as OT&E specialists with MIL test authorization – enabling clients to access fully certified, regulation-compliant training with both operational and legal credibility across civil and military programs.

You may be new to EFT — but we’re not new to ambition. Our mission is simple: to become the best in flight test training and support. That means hard work, real accountability and a team you can count on. We give everything to help you reach your goals — and often, just a little more.

Rolf Hellbutsch, Accountable Manager

Training in flight test is not just about passing knowledge — it’s about building confidence, precision, and operational judgment. At EFT, we design every course to be demanding, relevant, and directly applicable. As Head of Training, my goal is simple: to make sure our participants leave ready for the mission — not just qualified, but capable.

Dr. Dieter Reisinger, Head of Training

At EFT, I focus on building a strong theoretical foundation that supports safe, effective flight testing. Seeing our students connect rigorous academic principles with hands-on practice is what makes this role so fulfilling.

Peter Hemmert, Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor

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