Riyadh Air and Saudia Academy, a subsidiary of Saudia Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance aviation training capabilities across the Kingdom. The signing took place at the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh.

Under the terms of the MoU, Riyadh Air and Saudia Academy will combine their expertise and resources to deliver comprehensive training programs, which will encompass technical training, aviation fundamentals, ground operations, management principles, language proficiency, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the collaboration will extend to executive education and coaching, catering to the professional development needs of aviation leaders and decision-makers.

Saudia Academy CEO, Capt. Ismail AL Koshy commented: "At Saudia Academy, we recognize the importance of investing in training and development to ensure the highest standards of safety and service excellence. Through this partnership with Riyadh Air, we are poised to set new benchmarks in aviation training, equipping our personnel with the competencies required to navigate the dynamic landscape of the aviation industry.”