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EAU...new ATC training programme

EAU, Airways NZ to launch ATC training programme

DUBAI, May 26, 2015

Emirates Aviation University (EAU) has partnered with Airways New Zealand to launch a dedicated air traffic control (ATC) training centre at the new university campus in Dubai Academic City, UAE.

Starting later this month, Airways New Zealand - a leading air navigation services provider in the country - will deliver air traffic control training for to up to 200 students per year at EAU over the next five years.

“There is a global shortage of air traffic controllers, which has serious repercussions for the aviation industry – particularly in this part of the world where air traffic is expected to continue growing. This new joint venture allows us to capitalise on Airways’ 20 years of experience in training controllers around the world, and to provide a highly-specialised resource that our industry so desperately needs for future development,” said Dr Ahmad Al Ali.

He added: “Emirates Aviation University already has a track record and reputation for providing world-class aviation training. This partnership with Airways complements our existing training programmes and further cements our position as the leading centre for aviation-related training and education. Airways NZ has worked in the Middle East region more than 15 years delivering ATC ab-initio training, short courses and recruitment solutions.

“The training provided at EAU will be aligned with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices, which means graduates are well prepared to achieve ratings at most airports and radar centres around the world,” he said.

Sharon Cooke, Airways’ head of training, said the organisation will provide a full suite of ATC ab-initio, air traffic services operations and air traffic management training programmes at the university. Airways has installed a state-of-the-art total control simulator at the facility, providing students with a highly realistic tower and radar training environment.

“We’re delighted to be working with an organisation as prestigious as EAU. Our track record in the provision of world-class ATC training and technologies, combined with EAU’s wider aviation portfolio and educational leadership in the region, sees this partnership well placed for success,” said Cooke. – TradeArabia News Service




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