A group of 36 Etihad Airways UAE national cadet pilots have begun training at a specialised aviation training programme in Dublin, Ireland.

The three-month programme, at College Ireland Aviation Services in Weston Airport, will provide aviation-focused English language training to the pilots.

Ray Gammell, Etihad Airways’ chief people and performance officer, said: “Etihad Airways continually identifies world class training and education opportunities to develop our aviation professionals. This partnership with College Ireland Aviation Services will help to grow and empower our Emirati cadet pilots who will play an important role in our business.”

As part of the programme cadet pilots will enhance their language skills for real-life flying situations including abnormal and emergency scenarios. They will also undertake aviation-specific subject modules, such as dangerous goods training. At the end of the programme they will take internationally-recognised aviation language exams, the airline said in a statement. – TradeArabia News Service