Falcon, a premier aviation service provider, and Fujairah Aviation Academy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch graduate programs aimed at developing the next generation of leaders.
The programs will serve as a launching pad for fresh graduates and professionals in the early stages of their careers, including
Career development of aviation professionals including engineers and pilots
Recruitment & Internship opportunities for students and fresh graduates
Training & Licenses support
Fujairah Aviation Academy, founded in 1986 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saleh bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, is the first aviation academy in the GCC region. The academy provides top-tier training in Pilot Training and Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Training. Supported by an advanced fleet and facilities, it now stands out as the largest aviation training in the Middle East.
Over the years, Fujairah Aviation Academy has produced skilled graduates and is strengthening its status as a preferred choice for aviation enthusiasts. The academy remains committed to excellence, shaping the future of aviation through high-quality education and training.
Sultan Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, Founder & Chairman of Alex Group Investments, the parent company of Falcon, commented that, “Through our graduate schemes, we aim to empower the next generation of aviation professionals with a strategic and tailor-made development path to launch their careers.”
Over the course of each program, interns and graduates will be able to fully immerse in rich and diverse ecosystem through multi-position rotations, across several divisions of Falcon and at Group-level, benefit from senior leader mentorship and endless opportunities to expand their professional network and unlock their full potential.
Captain Yahya Mohammed Saleh Al Boloushi, General Manager of Fujairah Aviation Academy, highlighted the continuous development of the aviation sector and the UAE’s unwavering commitment to human resource empowerment.
Al Boloushi also emphasized the importance of attracting and nurturing new talents as key pillars in meeting market demands, ensuring prosperity, and fostering sustainable development in the country.
As part of this commitment, Captain Al Boloushi noted that these partnerships play a key role in creating a solid foundation for long-term, fruitful relationships between all partners. The initiative is set to maximize benefits by providing professional training programs tailored for Falcon’s employees.
These programs include aviation-related examinations, foundational aviation legislation courses, and specialized training programs for aircraft maintenance engineers.
Through this collaboration, Fujairah Aviation Academy reaffirms its dedication to excellence in aviation education and training, ensuring that the UAE continues to be a global leader in the aviation sector.
According to a study by Oxford Economics, Dubai’s aviation sector is forecast to account for 32 percent of the emirate’s economy and account for one in four jobs in 2030. The aviation sector will contribute $53.36 billion to Dubai’s projected GDP and support 816,000 jobs in 2030.
