Riga, Latvia – The airBaltic Pilot Academy, operated by Latvia’s national airline airBaltic, has welcomed its 26th group of students, marking another milestone in its efforts to train the next generation of commercial pilots.

• The new group consists of 15 students from Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Portugal, Romania, and Sweden.
• They are enrolled in the full-time airline transport pilot program, aiming to earn a commercial pilot license.
• The academy currently has 163 active students, with over 10% being female.
• To date, 131 graduates have joined airBaltic as pilots.
• The academy continues to expand its training capabilities, recently installing its second Airbus A220 full-flight simulator.
• The new simulator enhances airBaltic’s ability to train pilots efficiently and support fleet expansion.

Statement:

• “We are pleased to welcome the newest students to the airBaltic Pilot Academy, whose dedication reflects the growing demand for skilled aviation professionals. As we continue to expand, our commitment to top-tier training remains strong, now further reinforced by our second Airbus A220 simulator, ensuring the highest standards of safety and operational excellence. With each new group, we take another step toward shaping the next generation of pilots who will support airBaltic’s growth and the future of aviation.” – Martin Gauss, CEO and President of airBaltic.

About airBaltic Pilot Academy
The airBaltic Pilot Academy, based in Latvia, is the training division of airBaltic, providing a full-time airline transport pilot program.

Source: airBaltic
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