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Middle East Low Cost Carrier’s First Type Rating Scholarship Graduates Complete Training in 2025

Saudi Arabia – Saudi low-cost airline flyadeal has celebrated the graduation of its first group of cadet pilots under the Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services’ new Waed scholarship program. The initiative is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to accelerate national talent development in the aviation sector.

  • The first cohort consisted of 10 Saudi cadets who completed Airbus A320 type-rated ground and simulator training at Global Training Aviation (GTA) in Madrid, Spain.

  • The three-month training program is part of the Waed scholarship scheme launched in 2023 by the Saudi Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services to boost local pilot recruitment and training.

  • The cadets will now assume First Officer roles at flyadeal, aligning with the airline’s ongoing global growth ambitions.

  • flyadeal leadership, including CEO, Steven Greenway, COO Cpt. Abdulaziz and Chief Pilot Cpt. Ali Hakim, attended the graduation ceremony in Madrid, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to cadet development.

Statements:

  • “A very proud moment to see our first group of cadet pilots graduate under the new government scholarship scheme after three months of intensive training,” said Steven Greenway, Chief Executive Officer of flyadeal.

Source: Steven Greenway (flyadeal)
Photo Credit: Steven Greenway (flyadeal)

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UAE FFS Training Center Pier Seven Aviation to Host Wizz Air Abu Dhabi for June 2025 Pilot Recruitment Event

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates – based full flight simulator training center and EASA and UAE GCAA approved training organization Pier Seven Aviation has announced that Wizz Air Abu Dhabi will be conducting pilot recruitment at its facility on 9th and 10th June 2025, targeting A320 Type-Rated First Officers.

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi currently operates 12 Airbus A320 family aircraft.

Pier Seven Aviation operates a fleet of six dynamic simulators, including the A320 NEO, A320 CEO, B737 CL, B737 NG, and B747.

Source: Pier Seven Aviation

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Oman Aviation Academy Graduates 4th Batch of Oman Air Cadet Pilots

Sohar, Oman – Oman Aviation Academy (OAA) held a graduation ceremony for its fourth cohort of seven (7) cadet pilots affiliated with Oman Air. The event marks a continued effort to strengthen the national aviation workforce through structured pilot training programs.

  • The fourth batch of cadets completed their training at OAA’s facility located at Suhar Airport.

  • The cadets were enrolled in the Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) program, a collaborative initiative between Oman Air and OAA, launched in 2018.

  • Upon graduation, the cadets are set to join Oman Air as Second Officers, contributing to the airline’s operational capabilities.

Source: Oman Aviation Academy
Photo Credit: Oman Aviation Academy

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Air New Zealand Appoints 2025 Manager Flight Training – Jet

Auckland, New Zealand – Air New Zealand has appointed Steve Gibson as Manager Flight Training – Jet, a key leadership position overseeing pilot training and assessment across the carrier’s three jet fleets.

  • Gibson will support Training Managers, Instructors, and Examiners across Air New Zealand’s jet operations.

  • The role covers training delivery, pilot standards, and professional development.

Statements
“I’ll be overseeing pilot training and assessment across our three jet fleets, supporting an awesome team of Training Managers, Instructors, and Examiners who lead delivery, standards, and development of our pilots. This role brings together what matters most — safety, standards, and people.” – Steve Gibson, Manager Flight Training – Jet.

Source: Air New Zealand (Steve Gibson)

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