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Dubai, United Arab Emirates ·Est. 2017

Emirates Flight Training Academy

GCAA
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Founded
2017
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Accreditations
GCAA
Programs
1
Languages
English
Delivery
On-site

About the academy

Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) is a subsidiary of the Emirates Group located at Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport, with its own airfield, ATC tower and simulator facilities. It runs an ATPL-integrated cadet pilot programme using Cirrus SR22 G6 and Embraer Phenom 100EV aircraft, open to international applicants and UAE nationals (via a scholarship route).

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Programs offered

1 active
Ab initio · Pilot

Integrated ATPL programme

ATPL, MCC certificate, CPL/Multi-IR (GCAA)
Duration
~21 months (up to 3.5 yrs with English lessons)
Tuition
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Alumni stories

The sim hours and apron access made the line transition almost invisible. I felt prepared from day one.

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Layan A.
First Officer · Etihad Airways · Class of 2023

The instructor-to-cadet ratio is the lowest I'd seen on any campus tour. Real attention to every detail.

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Omar B.
Cadet · Emirates · Class of 2024

Frequently asked

What's the minimum age requirement?
Cadets must be 17.5 years old at the start of training and 18 by the time of first solo.
Do you accept international students?
Yes — the academy admits cadets from any nationality and provides residence permit support.
Are scholarships available?
Partial scholarships are available through Emirates Group sponsorship for UAE nationals and select GCC partners.
What happens after I graduate?
92% of cadets transition directly to Emirates Airline as Second Officers within 6 months of completion.

Contact & location

Address: Dubai World Central, Dubai, UAE

Nearest airport: Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

Website: https://www.emiratesflighttrainingacademy.com

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