Gulf Aviation Academy (GAA) the training arm of Gulf Air Group, providing aviation training to international standards across the Mena region, has been awarded the Gold Seal by the Education and Training Quality Authority (BQA) of Bahrain.
The
recognition follows a comprehensive institutional review conducted by BQA,
which evaluated GAA’s performance across three key areas: Assessment and
Learners’ Achievement, Learners’ Engagement and Support for Learning, and
Leadership and Management.
The
certification applies to all GAA training programmes, including Pilot Training,
Part 147 Engineering, Ground Operations, Air Traffic Control, and Cabin Crew
Training.
Captain
Qassim, Chief Operations Officer of Gulf Air Group, GAA
Accountable Manager, expressed
pride in the Academy’s achievement, stating: “Gulf Aviation Academy is honoured
to receive the BQA Gold Seal, recognising its continuous commitment to
excellence in aviation training and education. This achievement reflects the
dedication and professionalism of GAA’s instructors, staff, and leadership in
maintaining the highest standards of quality and performance. The Gold Seal
confirms that our training programmes meet the most rigorous national and
international standards in aviation education.”
He added:
“This recognition strengthens the trust and confidence of our partners,
airlines, and regulators, reaffirming GAA’s role as a leader in aviation
training across the region. We will continue to invest in innovation,
technology, and instructor development to ensure that every trainee receives
world-class aviation education. This honour also reinforces our commitment to
supporting Gulf Air Group’s vision of becoming a regional hub for high-quality
aviation training.”
This marks
the third time GAA has received this top-level recognition, having previously
earned an Outstanding rating in 2015–2016 and again in 2018–2019. The BQA Gold
Seal is a prestigious distinction awarded to educational and training
institutions operating at the highest level of quality and performance within
their sector. -TradeArabia News Service