Emirates invests $135m in new pilot training centre – Gulf Today

  • Date: 21-Feb-2023
  • Source: Gulf Today
  • Sector:Transport
  • Country:UAE
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Emirates invests $135m in new pilot training centre – Gulf Today









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Emirates Airlines has announced plans to build a state-of-the-art training facility in Dubai to cater to its upcoming Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X aircraft.



The new 63,318 sq. ft. facility will house six Full Flight Simulator Bays (FFS) and is expected to open in March 2024.



Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group, said, “This $135 million investment to build a new pilot training centre will ensure Emirates’ readiness to commence its pilot training ahead of the delivery of its new aircraft fleet starting from 2024.



"The building will be equipped with the latest, technologically advanced simulators to provide the best training for pilots, while using solar power to reduce energy consumption.”







The facility will be equipped with advanced simulators to provide top-notch training to pilots, and will be powered by solar energy to reduce