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AOD ACADEMY WELCOMES DISTINGUISHED DELEGATION

As part of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Facilitation Forum, held from March 3 to 4, 2025, at the Yaoundé Palais des Congrès, AOD Aviation Academy had the honor of hosting a distinguished high-level delegation on March 4, 2025. The delegation was led by key figures, including Mr. Juan Carlos Salazar, the Secretary General of ICAO, alongside the Minister of Transport, Minister of Posts and Telecommunications, Delegate-General for National Security, Director General of the CCAA, and the Chief of the Defence Staff of the Air Force.

At AOD Aviation Academy, we are deeply committed to shaping the future of civil aviation. In collaboration with leading organizations such as Aviation Group (Madrid) and Royal Aircraft Maintenance Co. (Dubai), we offer EASA PART 147 & 66 aircraft maintenance training for technicians, mechanics, and engineers, fully accredited by the CCAA. This accreditation ensures our adherence to the highest standards, as outlined in ICAO Annex 1 of the Chicago Convention, affirming our unwavering commitment to excellence in aircraft maintenance training.

As part of the Group, based in Dubai, we strive to bridge the gap between Africa and the Gulf by promoting growth, innovation, and prosperity. Our strategic focus includes Artificial Intelligence, Cross-Border Trade, and Civil Aviation, among other key sectors.

This visit serves as a powerful testament to our dedication and progress over the years. It recognizes our tireless efforts in training the next generation of scientists and professionals, preparing them for the future of civil aviation. We remain resolute in our commitment to developing highly skilled professionals for this critical and evolving industry

AOD REGIONAL OFFICE FOR AFRICA

AOD Aviation Academy operates as an integral component of the AOD regional office in Cameroon. A pivotal agreement, inked on 12 April 2021, between the Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) and AOD, outlines the establishment of aircraft parking, maintenance, and operational facilities at Bafoussam-Bamoumgoum and Foumban-Koutaba airports, alongside the establishment of an Aviation Academy in Yaoundé and Douala.

Founded in 2019, AOD is headquartered in Dubai (UAE) with regional offices in Africa, the USA, and key partnerships in Europe and Asia. AOD specializes in setting up and maintaining MRO PART 145, aircraft sales and leasing, spare parts provision, parking services, comprehensive training programs (EASA PART 147 and 66), as well as parkout and recycling services.

In collaboration with Noor Nibras Software House (N2SH), AOD is also actively engaged in interdisciplinary initiatives connecting artificial intelligence (AI), agriculture, AR engineering with aviation, and Aerospace Cyber Security.

Certifications

The EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) certification is your ticket to global recognition!

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AMBITION IN FIGURES

Global Needs:

Over 650,000 aircraft maintenance mechanics worldwide.
Projection by 2023.

African Aviation Industry Needs: Anticipated demand for over 50,000 aviation professionals in the next two decades:

15,000 pilots,
17,000 aircraft mechanics, and
23,000 cabin crew members.
Projection: 20 years.

AOD Academy Ambition:
To place 100,000 technicians, mechanics and engineers from sub-Saharan Africa by 2036.

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We're confident that we can help you achieve your goals and become the best aircraft engineer you can be. Apply today and join our elite community of technicians, mechanics and engineers.