Market Intelligence: Middle East

Boeing Global Services Appoints Andre Berger as CBTA Deployment Lead

Global – Boeing Global Services has appointed André Berger as CBTA Deployment Lead / Instructor Evaluator within the Boeing Global Aviation Safety Program – Training Solutions team.

In this new role, Berger will contribute to advancing Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) implementation and oversee instructor evaluation to support Boeing’s global training initiatives. His work will strengthen Boeing’s commitment to enhancing aviation safety through innovative training solutions, standardized practices, and worldwide collaboration with airlines and training providers.

About Boeing Global Services 
Boeing Global Services delivers a comprehensive portfolio of training and flight operations solutions to airlines, government, and commercial operators worldwide. The Training Solutions division focuses on advancing global safety through CBTA, Evidence-Based Training (EBT), and next-generation simulation technologies.

Source: André Berger
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Middle East Flight School Announces New Director General Appointment in 2025

Jordan – The Royal Jordanian Air Academy (RJAA) has appointed Eng. Mohannad Ali Al-Faqir as its new Director General, a move aimed at reinforcing its position as a leading aviation training institution in the Middle East.

  • Eng. Al-Faqir brings over 30 years of aviation experience, including senior leadership roles in both national and international airlines, with key contributions in safety, quality, and operational excellence.

  • He holds Master’s degrees in Aeronautical Engineering and Business Administration (MBA), combining technical expertise with strategic management skills.

  • This is not his first tenure at RJAA—Al-Faqir previously served as Director of Engineering & Maintenance (2013–2015), giving him a strong understanding of the academy’s operations and potential.

  • Just last month the RJAA has announced the addition of a new Piper PA-44 Seminole multi-engine aircraft to its training fleet

About Royal Jordanian Air Academy
Founded in 1966 and based in Amman, Jordan, the Royal Jordanian Air Academy is one of the region’s leading pilot training institutions. 

Source: Royal Jordanian Air Academy

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Emirates Highlights 2025 Pilot Benefits at Global Recruitment Drive

United Arab Emirates – Emirates has released new insights into its pilot lifestyle and benefits, underlining the airline’s ongoing efforts to attract and retain experienced flight crew as part of its long-term growth strategy.

  • Emirates pilots enjoy a tax-free salary, complemented by comprehensive healthcare coverage.

  • The airline offers extensive travel perks, extending beyond pilots and their immediate family to include friends.

  • Emirates provides ongoing career development opportunities and strong long-term career stability within one of the world’s largest international carriers.

  • Pilots benefit from a cosmopolitan community and international lifestyle, reflecting the airline’s Dubai base and global route network.

The announcement comes as Emirates continues to expand its pilot recruitment efforts to meet future fleet and network growth.

Source: Emirates

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Riyadh Air Appoints Boeing Training Manager in 2025

Saudi Arabia  – Riyadh Air, the new national carrier of Saudi Arabia, has appointed Captain Aman Bangia as Boeing Training Manager (Acting).

  • Riyadh Air is targeting a late 2025 commercial launch, with a strategic focus on regional and European markets.

  • Fleet ramp-up is currently constrained by aircraft delivery schedules, with the airline expecting to receive one aircraft per month.

  • Riyadh Air has placed firm orders for:

    • 39 Boeing 787-9 aircraft (none delivered to date)

    • 60 Airbus A321neo (A321-200N) aircraft

    • 25 Airbus A350-1000 aircraft

Source: Aman Bangia (Riyadh Air)

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Emirates Launches Pilot Roadshow in Spain and Portugal in October 2025

Dubai, UAE – Emirates has scheduled its Pilot Recruitment Roadshows across Spain and Portugal in October 2025.

  • Events will be hosted in:

    • Alicante (14 October: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM; 15 October: 10:00 AM)

    • Porto (16 October: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM; 17 October: 10:00 AM)

    • Barcelona (19 October: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM; 20 October: 10:00 AM)

  • These events form part of Emirates’ broader 2025 recruitment campaign, which includes roadshows across Canada, Europe, Southeast Asia, and Eastern Europe aimed at attracting seasoned pilot talent.

  • Attendees will gain firsthand insights into Emirates’ pilot recruitment process, career pathways—such as Direct Entry Captain, Accelerated Command, First Officer, and Non-Type Rated First Officer—and expectations for life flying Airbus and Boeing aircraft while based in Dubai.

Source: Emirates

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UAE-Based Low-Cost Carrier Air Arabia to Host 2025 Pilot Recruitment Events in South America

United Arab Emirates – Air Arabia will host pilot recruitment and assessment events in São Paulo, Brazil (8–13 September 2025) and Bogotá, Colombia (15–19 September 2025), as the airline seeks to expand its A320-rated Captain and First Officer workforce.

  • The recruitment drive follows Air Arabia’s continued fleet and network expansion:

    • The airline now operates 83 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft across its hubs in the UAE, Morocco, Egypt, and Pakistan.

    • Deliveries of 120 new aircraft are scheduled to begin by the end of 2025.

    • In the first half of 2025 alone, Air Arabia launched 13 new routes.

  • Air Arabia is also part of a consortium with Nesma Group and KUN Holding, which won approval from Saudi Arabia’s GACA to establish a new low-cost airline at King Fahd International Airport, Dammam, expected to begin operations in 2026.

Requirements:

  • Captains – A320 type-rated, 4,000+ total hours, 800+ A320 hours, ICAO ATPL, Class 1 medical, current on Airbus FBW within 12 months, maximum age 60.

  • First Officers – A320 type-rated, 4,000+ total hours, 800+ A320 hours, ICAO ATPL or Frozen ATPL, Class 1 medical, current on Airbus FBW within 12 months, maximum age 45.

About Air Arabia
Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Sharjah, Air Arabia is the largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa. The airline connects over 170 destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, operating from hubs in the UAE, Morocco, Egypt, and Pakistan. Air Arabia continues to expand its fleet, network, and training pipeline to meet growing global demand for affordable air travel.

Source: Air Arabia

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