flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Aviation University to collaborate on the launch of a Flight Dispatcher Cadet Programme, marking an important initiative in the airline’s long-term commitment to building in-house aviation capabilities and further developing its national workforce. Partnership: Flydubai signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Emirates Aviation University. Programme: Launching a Flight Dispatcher Cadet Programme in July 2026, specifically for Emirati nationals. Training: Candidates will complete the Flight Dispatcher Initial Course (FDIC) — a 10‑week, UAE GCAA‑approved programme covering: - Aviation law - Meteorology - Navigation - Aircraft performance - Weight & balance - Human factors - Flight planning Goal: Equip cadets for a flight dispatcher licence and create structured career paths for Emiratis with no prior aviation experience. Strategic Impact: - Strengthens Flydubai’s in‑house aviation capabilities. - Supports UAE’s national workforce development goals. - Complements Flydubai’s other training initiatives (pilot training, engineering apprenticeships, internships). Leadership Quotes: - Nasser Binkherbash (SVP HR, Flydubai): Emphasized investing in national talent as vital to growth and succession planning. - Professor Ahmad Al Ali (Vice Chancellor, Emirates Aviation University): Highlighted the university’s three decades of expertise in aviation training and its role in nurturing Emirati talent. This initiative is part of Flydubai’s broader strategy to build a future‑ready aviation workforce and expand opportunities for Emiratis in specialized aviation roles.
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