flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has announced the opening of applications for its Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering Apprenticeship, inviting motivated Emirati high school graduates to apply starting September 2025.
The fully sponsored four-year programme, part of the UAE National Development initiative, is managed under the airline’s Maintenance and Engineering department. It aims to provide young UAE Nationals with the technical expertise and hands-on experience needed for a rewarding career in aviation. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to become GCAA-approved Aircraft Technicians at flydubai.
Nasser Binkherbash, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at flydubai, said, “at flydubai, we remain committed to investing in the development of UAE National talent and creating opportunities for the next generation to build long-term careers in aviation. The GCAA CAR 147 Approved Maintenance Training Organisation Certification has enabled us to run inhouse training and certification programmes that build a pool of qualified homegrown talent to support our ambitious growth plans.”
The apprenticeship is open to UAE Nationals aged 17 to 24 who meet the eligibility criteria. Participants will undergo intensive theoretical and practical training over four years.
Students who successfully complete the theoretical component and meet company standards will progress to the next stage as Aircraft Technician trainees at flydubai. They will gain hands-on experience on operational aircraft and maintain an official logbook of their training. Upon completion, they will be eligible to apply for the GCAA Basic Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence (AMEL) and join the airline as certified Aircraft Technicians.
“The successful enrolment of the first batch has reaffirmed the importance of this initiative in bridging the gap between education and industry. With the new batch, we look forward to welcoming new apprentices who are passionate about engineering and innovation, and who are ready to support flydubai’s growing fleet,” added Binkherbash.
flydubai continues to invest in programmes that support the career development of UAE Nationals, including the Ab Initio Pilot Training Programme (MPL), Cadet Pilot Programme, and a variety of internships and work placements. These initiatives reinforce the airline’s strategic plans and create exciting career pathways for talented homegrown professionals.
(Inputs from WAM)
