Tewolde GebreMariam (9th left) in a group photograph with the graduands
Ethiopian Aviation Academy, the largest aviation academy in Africa, has graduated 107 cabin crew and catering professionals.
After presenting diplomas and awards to the graduands, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, Tewolde GebreMariam said, “Ethiopian Airlines has managed to march ahead of today’s stiff global airline industry competition, and remain strong and profitable over the past decades due to the exceptional commitment and proficiency of its employees.
He encouraged the staff to carry on with the company’s transcendent corporate culture and work ethic, and sustain the legacy of the airlines’ proud 70 years of history and success.
“Moreover, Ethiopian technology leadership, owning the largest and most modern In-flight Catering Centre in Africa, and operating the youngest and most modern fleet in the industry, will clearly enhance your professional competence and make you ready for the next African Aviation development. Congratulations and welcome to the Ethiopian family,” Tewolde said.
Since its inception in 1956, Ethiopian Aviation Academy has graduated aviation professionals in multiple skills and capacities: Pilots, Aircraft technicians, Cabin crew, Marketing, Catering professionals and others in the area of ground operations and management and leadership.
In the 2016 academic year alone, Ethiopian Aviation Academy, has trained close to 1,500 aviation professionals.