Aviation

Boeing Anticipates Significant Demand for Pilots, Technicians, Cabin Crew in Middle East

Boeing [NYSE: BA] reports that over the next 20 years the Middle East will see significant demand for commercial airline pilots, technicians and cabin crew, accounting for 10 percent of the overall global need for pilots and technicians and 12 percent of cabin crew.

The 2017 Boeing Pilot & Technician Outlook, an industry forecast of aviation personnel demand, saw an increase in the forecast over last year, with pilot demand increasing to 63,000 (an 8.6 percent increase) and cabin crew demand increasing to 96,000 (a 4.3 percent increase). While anticipated overall global demand for technicians dropped 4.6 percent from last year, anticipated demand for technicians in the Middle East remained steady at 66,000.

With new airplane deliveries to the region forecasted to be split nearly 50-50 between single-aisle and twin-aisle airplanes, there is a similar split in anticipated personnel demand. Nearly half of new pilots and technicians will be needed to support single-aisle airplanes, and the other half will be needed to support twin-aisle airplanes. The split for cabin crew, however, is more heavily weighted toward twin-aisle airplanes due to regulations that require more cabin crew to staff larger airplanes.

Aviation

Embraer Opens Applications for 2025 Software and Data Science Training Initiative

Embraer, a global leader in aerospace and innovation, is now accepting applications for its 2025 Specialization Program in Software and Data Science (PES).

This nine-month postgraduate course, conducted in partnership with the Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), offers remote classes, an initial financial aid of R$ 3,000, and monthly scholarships of R$ 5,000. With only 30 spots available, the program is designed to prepare professionals to meet the growing demands of Embraer’s technology-driven future.

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Andreza Alberto, Embraer’s Vice President of People, ESG, and Corporate Communications, highlights the strategic importance of the program: “We have a robust plan focused on technological innovation and efficiency. The aerospace industry is highly competitive, and we’re confident in the bright future ahead. The demand for professionals who complete this specialization is rising, with over 95% of graduates being hired by Embraer.”

Professor Adriano Sarmento, PES program coordinator at UFPE, adds: “The program offers students a unique education where theory meets real-world applications. The close interaction with professors and Embraer experts enhances this experience, and the curriculum is updated yearly to stay aligned with the latest technological trends.”

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The PES program will train 10 specialists in Data Science and 20 in Embedded Software. Applicants must have graduated between 2019 and 2024 in Exact Sciences and are encouraged to have advanced English skills. Registration is free and must be completed by November 10 at www.embraer.com/pes.

The selection process includes an exam covering Algorithms, Data Structures, Probability, and Mathematics for Computer Science, followed by an interview. Results will be announced by February, with classes starting in March.

The course combines theoretical learning with a hands-on capstone project, all under the mentorship of UFPE and Embraer professionals. Throughout the program, students will also engage in activities that build essential soft skills, complementing their technical education.