Dubai: Flydubai and Boeing announced signing agreements that will provide ab initio pilots, pilots undergoing initial type rating courses, and maintenance personnel with comprehensive training programmes to support flydubai’s fleet operations.

According to Emirates News Agency, the agreements for Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) programmes are designed to improve training outcomes through a focus on competency and data-informed scenarios. Boeing will also provide consulting services to support the implementation of the training programmes for flydubai.

Captain Ahmad Bin Huzaim, Senior Vice President of Flight Operations and Crew Training at flydubai, stated that the airline remains committed to integrating advanced technologies and industry-leading services to ensure that their training capabilities consistently meet global standards. He noted that Boeing’s CBTA programmes offer pilots and engineers a modern, performance-driven framework for professional and technical development.

He further mentioned that the CBTA approach allows for a tailored and effective training experience, enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and confidence across all flight and maintenance operations. Flydubai’s workforce includes more than 6,700 employees across various functions, with over 640 skilled engineers and nearly 1,400 pilots, supporting a fleet of 96 Boeing 737 aircraft.

Earlier in the year, flydubai launched its Flight Training facility and the flydubai Ab Initio Pilot Training Programme, underscoring the airline’s focus on growing and investing in its skilled workforce. Chris Broom, Vice President, Training Solutions, Boeing Global Services, emphasized that with these new agreements, flydubai is demonstrating proactive leadership in prioritizing safety and quality by offering effective and extensive training programmes for its crews.