Market Intelligence: Middle East

T3 Aviation Academy Rebranding to Air Arabia Academy in 2025

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates – based aviation and pilot training group T3 Aviation Academy will rebrand to Air Arabia Academy. It’s CEO Capt. Nadhem AlHamad shared: “I am thrilled to announce the rebranding of T3 Aviation Academy, which will now be known as Air Arabia Academy. This exciting transformation reflects our commitment to a new strategic direction, aligning with our ambitious goals for growth and development.

As we prepare for the arrival of over 120 new aircraft, this rebranding initiative positions us to enhance both our online and in-person training offerings. Our focus will be on providing top-tier aviation education that meets the evolving needs of the industry.”

Source: Nadhem AlHamad (Air Arabia Academy)

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Cyprus Airways Flying Academy Welcomes 2nd Group of IAA Students

Larnaca, Cyprus – Cyprus Airways Flying Academy has welcomed the second group of students from Intercontinental Aviation Academy (IAA) following the signing of a new training agreement in Beirut, Lebanon in 2025. The partnership aims to provide aspiring pilots with high-quality ground and flight training.

The visiting students, accompanied by IAA instructor Nadeen Qatameen, explored the academy’s fleet and facilities while engaging with instructors. Training for the new students is set to begin next month, focusing on both theoretical and practical flight education.

Source: Cyprus Airways Flying Academy
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Greece’s Egnatia Aviation Receives 2025 Approval for Modular Pilot Training Courses for the UAE

Kavala, Greece – Egnatia Aviation has announced full approval from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) for all its modular pilot training courses, further strengthening its position as a comprehensive airline pilot training provider.

Egnatia is now authorized to conduct the following:

  • Private Pilot License (PPL) & Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
  • Instrument Rating (IR) & Multi-Engine Piston Rating (MEP)
  • Flight Instructor (FI) & Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI)
  • Multi Crew Cooperation Instructor (MCCI)
  • Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC)
  • Night Rating (NR)
  • Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation (APS MCC)
  • Airline Transport Pilot License [ATP(A)] Theoretical Knowledge Course
  • Multi-Crew Pilot License to Commercial Pilot License (MPL to CPL) Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training [Advanced UPRT(A)]
  • Instructor Upset Prevention and Recovery Training UPRT(I)
  • Conversion of foreign licenses
  • Qualified Military Pilot course (QMP)

About Egnatia Aviation
Egnatia Aviation, based in Kavala, Greece, is a leading European pilot training academy offering integrated and modular training programs. With approvals from multiple aviation authorities, including EASA and UAE GCAA, the academy provides high-standard training for airline pilots worldwide.

Source: Egnatia Aviation
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Saudia Academy Introduces FAA Stores & Receiving Inspection Course Starting February 25

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – based aviation training group and full flight simulator training center Saudia Academy has announced the launch of its new FAA Stores & Receiving Inspection course, scheduled to begin on February 25, 2025. The two-day classroom-based training aims to enhance the expertise of aviation professionals in developing and maintaining effective receiving inspection systems.

  • The course covers FAA regulations, aviation store inspections, certification types, and aviation parts traceability.
  • Participants will gain practical skills in identifying unairworthy articles and performing inspection checklists.
  • The training is designed for technicians, inspectors, and stores personnel involved in aircraft parts and materials receiving systems.
  • Pre-requisites include Suspected Unapproved Part (SUP) training, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) training, and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) training.

About Saudia Academy
Saudia Academy is the training division of Saudia Airlines, offering specialized aviation courses for airline professionals.

Source: Saudia Academy
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UAE’s Aviation Training Group T3 Aviation Academy Welcomes Students from College of Medicine – University of Sharjah

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates – based aviation and pilot training group T3 Aviation Academy, hosted students from the College of Medicine at the University of Sharjah, providing them with insights into the aviation industry. The visit aimed to introduce future medical professionals to the world of aviation and the career path of airline pilots.

Source: T3 Aviation Academy
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Intercontinental Aviation Academy Welcomes Partner Cyprus-Based Flying Academy to Headquarters

Beirut, Lebanon – Cyprus Airways Flying Academy’s CEO, Christos Limnatitis, visited the Levant headquarters of the Intercontinental Aviation Academy to discuss expanding their strategic partnership. The collaboration aims to position the academy as a leading aviation training provider in the Levant region.

Since launching operations in Cyprus four months ago, the academy has enrolled 23 students across two intakes, Phoenix CYP 1 & 2.

Plans include two additional intakes for 2024, targeting full operational capacity within the year.

In January 2025 Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise (IAE), a subsidiary of Mehyou Group, which operates flight training organisations in Lebanon and Cyprus, announced the launch of the Intercontinental Aviation Academy.

“After years of establishing Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise’s presence across the Middle East and Eastern Europe, I am proud to announce the birth of our new Phoenix—Intercontinental Aviation Academy (IAA). This exciting transformation marks the dawn of a new era, where our legacy of excellence in aviation training takes flight. IAA represents more than just a name—it’s the embodiment of our unwavering commitment to shaping the future of aviation. With state-of-the-art facilities, a cutting-edge curriculum, and a vision focused on global expansion, IAA is ready to soar to new heights. ” shared Wissam Mehyou, CEO of Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise.

Last year in August 2024 Mr Mehyou shared in an interview that it is aiming on investing up to USD 20 million over the next five years

“We are actively studying multiple geographic locations to identify promising investment opportunities, aiming to invest up to $20 million in the next five years. By prioritising markets with high demand and a lack of adequate training infrastructure, we aim to significantly impact the future of aviation education and the development of skilled professionals across diverse regions,” shared Wissam Mehyou, CEO and Chairman of IAE.

For its new training base in Larnaca, Cyprus IAE is procuring a new and efficient fleet and is “we are actively exploring avenues such as electric aircraft and sustainable aviation fuels,” according to Mr Mehyou.

Source: Wissam Mehyou
Photo Credit: Wissam Mehyou

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