Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The Emirates Aviation Training Academy celebrated on Tuesday the graduation of a new batch of 77 pilots.
On this occasion, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum,
Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, affirmed
This achievement is a practical confirmation of the commitment to developing the competencies
that will lead the future of the aviation sector globally.
In a post on the “X” platform, His Highness explained that this success is
the result of an integrated program led by the academy,
Which includes a select group of highly qualified trainers to prepare the next generation of leaders.
His Highness added: “We congratulate the graduates and their families,
and we look forward to their contributions in enhancing the UAE’s leadership in this vital industry.”
Building a solid foundation for the future of aviation
According to the press release issued by the group, the annual ceremony
reinforces the academy’s pivotal role in preparing qualified pilots.
Especially since the total number of its graduates has risen to over 300 pilots to date.
From this standpoint, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed stressed that
these graduates embody the values of discipline and commitment.
This confirms the state’s ability to prepare competent individuals
who possess knowledge, skills, and vision.
Furthermore, His Highness pointed out that the success of the graduates
is an extension of Dubai’s approach to investing in people.
Thus, they consolidated their position as a global aviation center,
confirming that they lived up to expectations and proved their worth.
Batch statistics and the pivotal role of the academy
As for the details of the graduates, the ceremony witnessed the graduation of 77 students,
including 52 graduates from the National Pilots Qualification Program,
in addition to 25 graduates representing 15 different nationalities.
It is worth noting that most of these graduates have already joined Emirates’
wide-body aircraft fleet training program over the past five years.
Participants in the program receive full sponsorship from the Emirates Group
during their training period at the academy.
In a related context, the academy adopts a unique approach based
on combining academic excellence with the latest air training technologies.
In conclusion, the academy honored this year’s top achievers, namely:
Abdul Rahman Al Nuaimi and Falah Al Hosani,
In addition to Giada Macario and Shaheer Bhatti, Saeed Abdullah received the “Most Diligent” award.
