Sharjah CP opens airport training centre

Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the Sharjah Airport Professional Training Centre on Wednesday morning.

The centre is one of the latest initiatives to support and advance the civil aviation sector in the UAE, contributing to its growth.

Sheikh Khaled Bin Issam Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Civil Aviation and Chairman of the Sharjah Airport Professional Training Centre, delivered a speech welcoming the Crown Prince and attendees.

He emphasised that the centre’s opening highlights the department’s commitment to advancing the civil aviation system, enhancing the skills of sector employees, and focusing on increasing Emirati representation in the workforce.

Sheikh Khaled noted that Sharjah continues to excel in various fields, including aviation, aligning with the visionary goals set by the UAE leadership.

He also mentioned the country’s significant progress in this vital sector, becoming a global aviation hub through major investments in infrastructure and technology.

Sheikh Khaled highlighted the UAE’s international partnerships and its commitment to sustainability, with efforts to use advanced technologies to reduce the environmental footprint of the aviation industry.

He also spoke about the importance of legislative, regulatory, and technical development in aviation, as well as improving the efficiency of personnel and equipping them with the necessary skills to excel in their roles while encouraging innovation.

The Crown Prince and guests watched a presentation about the establishment of the Sharjah Airport Professional Training Centre, its services, and training programmes.

The centre is designed to prepare certified air traffic controllers and a skilled local workforce ready for the aviation industry, equipped with the latest programmes and technologies.

He also honoured the individuals who contributed to the centre’s launch. Afterwards, the Crown Prince toured the building, which is specifically designed for professional training and accredited by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority.

He explored the specialised classrooms, simulators, library, and café within the centre.

Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed learned about the latest specifications of the building and the modern technology used in the equipment, which supports the aviation sector.

WAM