Ireland – Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA) marked its 30th anniversary with a gala event and the graduation of the Class of 2023/2024, celebrating its evolution from a single-aircraft operation in 1995 to a globally recognized pilot training institution.

• Over 100 pilots from around the world attended the anniversary gala at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Cork, honoring AFTA’s contributions to the aviation industry
• The event also celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2023/2024, with families from Ireland and abroad witnessing their loved ones embark on careers with leading global airlines
• AFTA has trained over 2,800 pilots to date, operating a fleet of 26 aircraft and advanced simulators, including Boeing 737NG and 737 MAX 8200 devices
• The academy maintains partnerships with major airlines such as Ryanair, Air Astana, VistaJet, ASL Airlines Ireland, and GlobeAir, and collaborates with Munster Technological University (MTU) for academic programs
• AFTA has been shortlisted for the Sustainable Initiative Award at the Pilot Careers Live Awards 2025, reflecting its commitment to integrating sustainability into pilot education

Source: Atlantic Flight Training Academy
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