Norwegian collaborates with pilot schools across Europe
December 17, 2024
Norwegian has announced a new partnership with four European pilot training academies in an effort to secure the future of the aviation workforce and address a global shortage of pilots.
The collaboration aims to provide Norwegian with a steady pipeline of qualified pilots.
The airline has formalised agreements with OSM Aviation Academy in Norway, Center Air Pilot Academy (CAPA) in Denmark, Lund University School of Aviation (TFHS) in Sweden, and FTEJerez in Spain.
“This is a great way for us to attract pilots. With this new agreement, we get the opportunity to get to know the cadets during their education. This also allows those who are hired by Norwegian to start working immediately while receiving Type-rating course for the aircraft the company operates, as well as other necessary theory and advanced training courses,” said Guro Poulsen, People director at Norwegian.
The pilot training programmes typically span around 20 months, and Norwegian is offering cadets a direct pathway to employment. Students may be offered positions with the airline upon completing their studies.
