Flying dreams on hold due to Covid-19, Singapore cadet pilot diverts energies to nurturing young aviators

(From left) The co-founders of recently-incorporated aviation enrichment start-up Aircademy, Mr Jason Koor, Mr Tan Xin Kai and Mr Ku Pao Jung. PHOTO: AIRCADEMY
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SINGAPORE - Cadet pilot Jason Koor's flying ambitions have been put on hold for the next few years due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the 26-year-old is using this downtime to inspire the next generation of aviators.

Mr Koor, along with two friends who share his passion, incorporated aviation enrichment company Aircademy last month.

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