Czech Republic – F AIR, one of the largest flight training groups in Europe when measured by fleet size, has shared that on June 19th, 2025 at the Paris Air Show, Mr. Khalid Issa Al Hamadi, Senior Vice President – Flight Operations at Qatar Airways, and Mr. Michal Markovic, Chief Executive Officer of F AIR, officially signed a long-term training agreement in Paris, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership to shape the next generation of airline pilots.

“This milestone reflects a shared commitment to excellence, professionalism, and the future of global aviation and follows the announcement of F AIR being selected as Qatar Airways’ official MPL training partner.

We are honoured to work alongside Qatar Airways and look forward to welcoming the first cadets to the Czech Republic starting in late 2025.” shared F AIR.

Qatar Airways has entrusted F AIR as one of its official training partners for the next generation of pilots through a five-year MPL training agreement.

This collaboration is a profound recognition of F AIR’s 30+ years of dedication to integrity, safety, and personalized pilot training.
“Partnering with Qatar Airways fills us with pride and validates the core values that define us,” said Michal Markovič, CEO of F AIR. “It’s a testament to the trust earned through our commitment to every student’s success.”

This partnership will also drive new investments and growth in F AIR’s infrastructure and team, enhancing the training experience for all F AIR clients and partners.

Captain Khalid Al-Hammadi, Senior Vice President Flight Operations at Qatar Airways, said: “We are proud to partner with F AIR as we continue to invest in developing the finest aviation talent from around the world. This agreement marks a key milestone in our commitment to training future pilots to the highest standards of professionalism, safety, and excellence. F AIR’s proven expertise and student-focused approach align perfectly with our values, and we look forward to seeing the next generation of Qatar Airways pilots take flight through this programme.”

“This partnership is more than a contract – it’s a shared journey to shape the next generation of professional pilots with unwavering professionalism, deep responsibility, and a genuine passion for aviation,” Markovič added. “Together with Qatar Airways, we look forward to shaping exceptional pilots and building the future of aviation.”

Source: F AIR
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