Piers Seven Aviation will deliver Type Rating training for actual pilot students and pilots in Lebanon and Cyprus.

This partnership is a game-changer, elevating IAE Training Academies from zero to cockpit training capabilities and bolstering IAE's expansion strategy in the Middle East.

Dubai, 20 April , 2024 :

Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise (IAE) and Piers Seven announced that they have signed a strategic agreement to deliver comprehensive Type Rating training for both current students and qualified pilots in Lebanon and Cyprus, marking a significant milestone in aviation education.

This ground-breaking alliance between two industry leaders will introduce advanced training capabilities across various aircraft, including the A320-CEO, A320-NEO, B737 Classic, B737 NG, and B747-400. The partnership is set to transform IAE Training Academies into full-fledged training hubs capable of taking pilots from zero experience to the cockpit, enhancing IAE’s expansion strategy across the region.

Wissam Mehyou, Chairman and CEO of IAE, stated, “Through this partnership, we are thrilled to enhance our training programs at Airways Aviation Training School in Lebanon, currently nurturing over 40 students. This initiative will provide them with crucial next steps in their training, progressing towards commercial airline positions. Additionally, our upcoming training facility in Cyprus will soon offer an integrated zero-to-cockpit course.”

Capt. Abhishek Nadkarni, CEO of Piers Seven Aviation, added, “Our extensive experience in pilot simulation training makes this partnership with IAE a strategic move to meet the growing demand for qualified pilots in the Middle East. As IAE expands its footprint with new ab initio training capacities in Lebanon and Cyprus, we are excited to contribute our high standards of training excellence to this venture. Together, we are set to enhance our offerings and integrate additional ATL courses for our clients in collaboration with IAE training academies.”

This partnership is expected to significantly impact the availability of highly trained pilots in the region, fulfilling the growing demands of the aviation industry and ensuring continued excellence in training standards.

About Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise (IAE)

Intercontinental Aviation Enterprises is a holding company within the Mehyou Group specialising in aviation training and services. The Holding owns and operates Airways Aviation training academies in Lebanon and Cyprus and is currently based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

About Piers Seven Aviation

Piers Seven Aviation is renowned for its expertise in delivering high-quality pilot training and simulation experiences, committed to advancing the standards of aviation excellence worldwide.

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