Aviation Training Excellence

Aviation Training Excellence

ABOUT GAA Gulf Aviation Academy (GAA), a 100% owned subsidiary of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, the investment arm for the Kingdom of Bahrain, is positioned to become the leading provider of high quality professional aviation training. Established to raise the bar for the aviation training industry across the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region, we offer an extensive range of structured training programmes and courses for all aviation personnel. Through providing quality and value to our growing customer base of regional commercial airlines and operators, GAA strives to shape the future of aviation training standards. We are the only independent Type Rating Training Organisation (TRTO), approved by the UK Civil Aviation Authority in the MENA region. GAA has also received regulatory approvals from Bahrain, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Our diverse portfolio of flight and ground training combined with our innovative technology, state-of-the-art facilities, and our fully certified and experienced instructors is designed to enhance and advance any career in aviation. If you are looking for a customised aviation training programme that suits your individual needs, we offer value-added solutions that can be tailored to any operator. With more than 50 courses to choose from, GAA s programmes target all airline and aviation personnel including pilots, cabin crew, engineers and airport personnel. Our impressive training facility is fully operational around the clock, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and our qualified training personnel is on hand at all times, offering full flexibility for all your aviation training needs. At GAA, we provide top-tier training by working closely with our clients to identify key areas of development, and provide students with invaluable hands-on experience. As a premium Further Academy information all your about aviation us is training on our needs, website we www.gaa.aero. offer a holistic service, from scheduling and accommodation to transport and meals, seamlessly managing the entire process from start to finish.

SERVICES & FACILITIES As one of the few internationally certified aviation training centres in the region, GAA offers a comprehensive and modern aviation training infrastructure, fully-equipped with the latest state-of-the-art facilities and training devices. Our current facilities include: Two A320 Full Flight Simulators A330/340 Full Flight Simulator Embraer 170/190 Full Flight Simulator Airbus Competence Training (ACT) Classroom Airbus Maintenance Flight Training Device (MFTD) & Pilot Transition (APT) Trainers Emergency Evacuation Training (EET) Underwater Training Facility Fire and Smoke Training Cabin Service Mock-Up Over 39 classrooms and a main function room A320, A330/340 Cabin Emergency Evacuation Trainer (CEET) GAA also offers access to CPaT s entire library of flight training programmes for all aircraft types, including specialty courses such as CRM, RVSM, HAZMAT, Volcanic Ash, Jet Upset, ETOPS, MNPS, High Altitude Flight and Rapid Decompression, and Low Visibility. As the world leader in computer-based training for the aviation industry, CPaT has also provided GAA with a Learning Management System (LMS) enabling our customers to fully track and monitor their personnel s learning trajectories. AB-INITIO TRAINING PROGRAMMES Creating and training the next generation of professional airline pilots and aircraft engineers forms a fundamental part of GAA s future vision. In the Middle East alone, the estimated demand for new pilots is approximately 36,300 to the year 2030. While, a recent forecast by aircraft manufacturer Boeing, estimated that, with new aircrafts joining the global fleet and retiring engineers, the world will require 650,000 new aircraft technicians over the next 20 years with 53,000 in the Middle East region. Our key partner in these programmes is Tamkeen, the Bahrain Labour Fund. Our managed Ab-Initio Pilot Programme for cadet pilots is unique in the MENA region, and is designed to attract highly qualified and motivated individuals with no prior flying experience, who have the passion to achieve a rewarding and exciting career in aviation. The term Ab-Initio means from the beginning, and the programme itself serves as an

orientation for Bahraini aspiring cadet pilots, enabling them to obtain a JAR Airline Transport Pilot s Licence (ATPL) upon successful programme completion. With its selected Flight Training Organisation (FTO) partners, GAA s pioneering Ab-Initio Pilot Programme offers the highest level of practical orientation from the very first day, combining both theoretical and practical flight phases. The programme was launched to qualify young cadets who possess the prerequisite qualities required to be a commercial pilot, and can handle the intensity and demands of the 16 to 19 month course. Our Ab-Initio Programme for cadet engineers is a structured four-year programme, which is managed by GAA through our partnership with AFAQ Institute of Aviation Technology in Bahrain. Graduates will receive international licences issued by EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) (PART 66 B1 or B2 Licence) and will have guaranteed employment with our sister company Gulf Technics. Please visit www.gaa.aero for further information on our Ab-Initio Programmes and application requirements. PILOT TRAINING PROGRAMMES GAA only employs the most highly qualified and experienced Instructors, combined with state-of-the-art course equipment and training devices, to deliver initial and recurrent premium training for airline pilots. With the primary objective of delivering modern high quality training, our programmes teach pilots to focus on the operational aspects early on in the learning process, ensuring that optimum training value is achieved. Our Pilot Training Programmes encompass the aeronautical curriculum for each type of aircraft. A320/A330/A340 Type Rating Courses A320/A330/A340 Recurrent Training A320/A330/A340 Cross Crew Qualifications (CCQ) Embraer 170/190 Type Rating Courses Embraer 170/190 Recurrent Training JAR-FCL A320 LPC/OPC A320 Base / Line / Simulator-Training / Checking in clients aircraft First Aid Dangerous Goods Training (DG) English Language Proficiency (ELP) Human Factors Non-Technical Skills Training (NO TECHS) Command Upgrade Training Safety and Emergency Procedures (SEP) Crew Resource Management (CRM) Aviation Security

ENGINEERING TRAINING PROGRAMMES GAA holds EASA 147 certification and provides engineering students with first-class training that is second to none in the region. Trainees receive professional and practical tuition by our team of highly qualified and experienced engineers and technical experts, complemented by our high technology modern facilities. With our newly installed ACT (Airbus Competence Training) Classroom, GAA provides a highly stimulating work and study environment, enabling students to practice realistic operational scenarios without leaving the classroom. Each Engineering Training Programme is designed to encourage students to maximize their skills, and can be tailored to suit individual training requirements: EASA 147 Basic Engineering B1 Mechanical EASA 147 Basic Engineering B2 Avionics EASA 147 Basic Engineering A1 Technician EASA 147 Type Engineering A320/A330/A340 B1 & B2 EASA 145 Continuation Training EASA 145 A320/A330/A340 A1 Training courses On-Job Training (OJT) Human Factors CABIN CREW TRAINING PROGRAMMES GAA s Cabin Crew Training Programmes offer comprehensive theoretical and practical training in all flight safety and emergency procedures for cabin crew personnel. Our programmes can be tailored according to your specific training needs, guaranteeing maximum safety and ensuring ability and preparedness of crew to handle emergency situations on board the aircraft. A320/A330/A340 Initial Training A320/A330/A340 Conversion Training A320/A330/A340 Recurrent Training Safety and Emergency Procedures (SEP) / Refresher Course Crew Resource Management (CRM) First Aid (FA) Dangerous Goods Training (DG) Disruptive Passenger Training Cabin Crew Aviation English Cabin Crew Service Delivery Training Aviation Security Human Factors Senior Cabin Crew Training First Aid IATA TRAINING PROGRAMMES To continue offering our customers a growing range of aviation training solutions, GAA is now an IATA Regional Training Partner (RTP) and Authorised Training Centre (ATC). We provide a number of IATA-approved internationally recognized training programmes for all categories of aviation industry personnel. With a particular emphasis on cargo agents, freight forwarders, and airport personnel, our current courses are ideal for those looking to further their careers in the competitive aviation industry and include:

Airlines Marketing Airport Operations Aviation Internal Auditor CMC & Family Assistance Emergency Planning & Response Management Dangerous Goods Regulations Initial Ground Operations Management Management of Aviation Security IATA Air Cargo Rating Quality Management System for Airlines Safety Management Systems for Airlines Further information on our IATA Training Programmes can be found on www.gaa.aero. BAINES SIMMONS TRAINING PROGRAMMES GAA has partnered with UK based Baines Simmons Ltd. to provide worldclass safety training and consulting services at our training facilities in Bahrain. With over 300 clients worldwide, Baines Simmons is one of the most trusted partners to a number of the world s leading aviation sector organizations in over 40 countries, and provides direct support to over 30 National Regulatory Authorities. These premium training courses are developed to meet our clients longterm needs and facilitate tangible and lasting results and outcomes. The programmes are particularly relevant for Aviation Regulators, Airlines, Operators, MROs, Cargo & Logistics companies, and Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisations. Safety Management Systems Effective Implementation Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Control Effective Event Investigation Maintenance Human Factors in Aircraft Maintenance Human Factors Advanced EASA Part-145 Successfully Applying the Regulation We can also provide other specific courses on demand. NON-AVIATION TRAINING Given GAA s experience with aviation training regulatory compliance and safety standards, we have a deep understanding of the discipline and standards required for training personnel. Leveraging our extensive industry know-how and technologically advanced training equipment, GAA has developed a number of courses specialized for learning in non-aviation industries. Our courses take the principles of current best practices in aviation and apply them to non-aviation industries. There are a number of courses in our aviation portfolio, which have highly beneficial and practical core relevance to other industries, including: Specialist Customer Service and Care Programme Relevance of Human Factors in Non-Aviation Industries Decision Making Conflict Management and Resolution Conquering Fear of Flying Safety in the Workplace Our initial group of course offerings focus on improving client safety levels and enhancing operations. By providing insight on best practices, our courses ultimately help improve your compliance, minimize risk, and save money and currently include:

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY GAA fully understands and appreciates its responsibilities to the community and environment we operate in. We are fully committed to aligning all aspects of our business with the community and the environment and embedding social responsibility and environmental sustainability principles in the work that we do. By fully embracing core CSR principles, GAA has built a solid foundation, ensuring both long-term shareholder value and stakeholder satisfaction. Recognizing that our social investments must start within our own organisation, GAA is committed to the development and continuous learning of all personnel through training seminars, workshops, and conferences both locally and abroad. GAA is also committed to nurturing local talent, and our Bahrainisation levels have grown to 60% over the past year. Moreover, GAA actively encourages gender equality and enables women to enter the exciting aviation industry both within our organisation, and as pilots and aircraft engineers. GAA is committed to respecting the environment and minimizing its ecological footprint through our Going Green initiative: Increasing our energy efficiency will help us reduce consumption by more than 12% across our business over the next 3 years. Staff energy-saving awareness sessions are held in GAA, in cooperation with the Bahrain Electricity & Water Authority (EWA). Employing e-learning for our pilot and technician training programmes significantly reduces paper consumption of learning materials. We ensure all of our suppliers are committed to CSR principles and are proactive in addressing environmental impact issues. Through new generation simulators and IT virtualisation we continue to significantly reduce our total power consumption. We supply our personnel with educational materials on energy efficiency in the workplace and home. GAA has a policy for the recycling of paper, plastics, ink cartridges and other consumables in our business. We arrange for specialised contractors to collect metal and wood materials for recycling. GAA actively engages with the community: Through our Connecting with the Community programme, we encourage university graduates, school leavers and other students to consider a career in aviationthrough educational visits to GAA. We also participate in the Ministry of Labour s Annual Career Expo. GAA provides sponsorship services to non-profit organisations and social development initiatives, such as Young Arab Leaders and Think Pink. We have launched various career development programmes to nurture local human resources, in partnership with Tamkeen. GAA is committed to respecting the environment and minimizing its ecological footprint through our Going Green initiative.

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