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Fixed Wing Test Pilot EASA CAT-1 Upgrade Course Graduates

August 13, 2026
Graduates and ITPS team stand together in suit and tie gathering
Congratulations to our Fixed Wing Test Pilot EASA Category 1 Upgrade Course graduates!

It was a pleasure to welcome both students back to ITPS this year. Their hard work and dedication throughout both periods of training culminated in earning an EASA Category 1 credential. Based on the academic work completed during their training, both graduates also earned a Master of Science in Flight Test Engineering.

Thiago Macedo, Head of Training, served as master of ceremonies, while Dave Lohse, CEO, offered a toast honouring the graduates and their achievements.

“Our students worked tremendously hard throughout their training and consistently set a positive example through their professionalism, dedication and commitment to excellence. As ITPS celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, we are pleased that they are part of this important milestone,” said Thiago.

ITPS is proud to offer this specialized upgrade pathway to selected candidates committed to advancing their flight test expertise. We are confident that these graduates will return to their organization as safe, competent flight test professionals, ready to meet the challenges of the future.

Dave Lohse, CEO, and ITPS Fixed wing students EASA CAT-1 raising glass for toast
Dave Lohse, CEO holding photo of graduating students with the fixed wing class
Alexandre Fiorenzo, addressing graduating class from podium
ITPS Fixed Wing EASA CAT-1 graduates
Fixed wing students giving speech from podium
Thiago Macedo, Head of Training, speaking from podium