Emirates Flight training academy inducts new pilots into the industry

Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) recently concluded its third graduation ceremony welcoming 53 newly trained pilots. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman, and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, said: “Years ago, we realised there would be a huge demand for trained pilots to support commercial aviation’s needs, and as a global airline and an industry leader, we felt compelled to act. This graduation ceremony marks the achievement of our long-term vision for establishing the state-of-the-art Emirates Flight Training Academy to welcome and nurture young talent not just locally, but globally.” Captain Abdulla Al Hammadi, Vice President of Emirates