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WINGS Industry Network

Collaborating to increase pilot safety

WIN networks aviation industry members with the WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program so more pilots train, stay proficient, and come home safely.

Vision & mission

Founded in November 2020 by four dedicated aviation safety professionals.

  • Vision: Reduce the aviation accident rate through participation in the WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program.
  • Mission: Network aviation industry members to enhance aviation safety through collaboration and shared resources for improved pilot and aviation maintenance technician proficiency.

Passion for safety

Each founding individual’s passion for general aviation safety shows in the volunteer hours they continue to dedicate to promoting proficiency training as a top priority. WIN builds awareness of the core safety missions industry members already provide to aviators.

Tool

E-Z WINGS

A faster way to find and validate WINGS phase activities—including for student pilots.

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Courses

WIN Insights

On-demand, WINGS-credited broadcasts featuring industry safety leaders.

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Incentive

WINGS Sweepstakes

The Paul & Fran Burger Sweepstakes rewards pilots who complete WINGS phases.

How to enter →

Why WINGS matters

Hear from those who believe in the program.

“I applaud the many supporters encouraging general aviation pilots to seek proficiency training through this comprehensive program… Earning a WINGS phase means proficiency and peace of mind.”

— Capt. Sully Sullenberger

“The most amazing part of aviation is the family we have… Now I’m an instructor and I’m going to tell all my students this program is a must!”

— Kuan Tung Chen

“Not having flown for 40 years, the WINGS Program helped me get back into aviation by providing invaluable information.”

— Uli Schildt

Get involved

Volunteer, sponsor, or partner with WIN to promote proficiency training.

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