Ethiopian Aviation University Graduates Over 450 Aviation Professionals from 12 Countries
Addis Ababa, 17 January 2026
Ethiopian Aviation University, the largest aviation center of excellence in Africa, graduates 457 aviation professionals from 12 countries. The graduates were trainees of the university’s Pilot Training, Aircraft Maintenance Training, and Cabin Crew Training schools. Marking the trainees’ achievement, the university held a vibrant graduation ceremony at its facility today, 17 January 2026.
In today’s graduation, 58 pilots, 115 aircraft maintenance technicians, and 284 cabin crews begin their aviation career path. The graduating class comprised of trainees from Ethiopia, Cameroon, Chad, Gabon, Italy, Madagascar, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, and Yemen, reflecting the University’s growing international reach and multicultural learning environment.
Commenting on the graduation, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “Ethiopian Aviation University has been the backbone of Ethiopian Airlines’ success for decades, training the skilled professionals behind the airline’s operations. By training aviation professionals from around the world, we proudly share our expertise and contribute to the growth of the global aviation industry. Today’s graduates are tomorrow’s industry leaders, and we are honored to shape the future of aviation through the world-class aviators and specialists we train.”
Ethiopian Aviation University has been expanding its educational system providing a variety of higher education training programs, including short-term and medium-term training, as well as undergraduate and graduate programs. The university remains committed to developing highly qualified aviation professionals through world-class education, modern training facilities, and strong industry partnerships.
About Ethiopian
Ethiopian Airlines Group (Ethiopian) is a true African success story, transforming a visionary dream into a globally renowned reality for nearly eight decades. Operating flights to more than 160 domestic and international passenger, and cargo destinations across five continents, Ethiopian bridges the gaps between Africa and the world. Emphasizing passenger comfort and environmental sustainability, Ethiopian utilizes ultra-modern aircraft such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900, A350-1000 and De Havilland Q400.
Ethiopian, the Star Alliance member airline, champions in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for eight consecutive years, APEX ‘Best Overall in Africa’ award and ‘Leadership in Connecting Africa through Transport’ Award among others. Ethiopian aims to further excel in its success through a strategic plan dubbed ‘Vision 2035’ and become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world. Embracing a Pan-African spirit, Ethiopian is pursuing multi-hub strategy through hubs in Lomé, Togo with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi with Malawi Airlines, in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways, and in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Air Congo.
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About Ethiopian Aviation University
Ethiopian Aviation University (EAU) is the largest and most modern aviation center of excellence in Africa recognized as ICAO Regional Training Center of Excellence. In addition to the standard training for Pilots, Aircraft Technicians, Cabin Attendants, EAU offers pre- and post-graduate programs in BSc in Aeronautical Engineering, Aviation Maintenance Engineering, Aviation Management & Operation, B.A in Tourism & Hospitality Management, MSc in Data Science and MBA in Aviation Management.
