# flydubai Expands Pilot Training Partnership

flydubai has expanded its Ab Initio Pilot Training Programme through a strategic partnership with Egnatia Aviation and Skyborne Airline Academy, launched in May 2025. This collaboration delivers integrated pilot training, including flight instruction aimed at qualifying candidates for the Multi-Crew Pilot Licence (MPL). The initiative supports flydubai's long-term growth by developing a diverse pipeline of aviation talent from international locations such as Dubai, London, and Sydney, enhancing operational readiness and workforce capabilities.

- **Why this matters:** Aviation training providers and contractors can explore opportunities to support integrated pilot training programs aligned with airline growth strategies.
- The partnership highlights demand for comprehensive pilot training solutions that meet MPL standards, relevant for global aviation markets.
- Organizations involved in aviation workforce development should consider collaboration models that combine local and international training resources.
- Procurement professionals may find value in structuring contracts that emphasize scalable, multi-location training delivery to support airline expansion plans.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Transportation
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Vendors
- Egnatia Aviation (training provider)
- Skyborne Airline Academy (training provider)

### Key Quotes
> This partnership reflects our commitment to investing in the next generation of aviation talent and building the capabilities needed to support flydubai's long-term growth and operational expansion. Working with training providers of the calibre of Egnatia and Skyborne allows us to strengthen our Ab Initio Pilot Training Programme and ensures our cadets are equipped with the skills to progress confidently into our flight operations.
> — Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer of flydubai

### Sources
- [New Partnership Expands Global Pilot Training Pipeline | Halldale Group](https://www.halldale.com/civil-aviation/new-partnership-expands-global-pilot-training-pipeline) - halldale.com