All preparations are complete for the second pilot seminar, scheduled to take place on October 4, 2024, at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority annex.
This seminar follows the first edition organized by Mamaj Aviation Consult Limited’s Mentorship Academy, in partnership with the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, which was successfully held in 2019 in Lagos, Nigeria.
“We were privileged to have Capt. Jim Hassan of the Nigerian college of information technology zaria, Capt. Arome Soni formerly of the Nigerian CAA, Capt. Ejike Wosu of the Nigerian CAA, Capt. Quincy Owen and Ajibade Joshua of Air Peace.
According to the organizer, the increasing demand for information relating to the Pilot profession, has necessitated the need to have this second seminar.
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According to the convener, Joy Ogbebo, “Since I am not a professional pilot, bringing together seasoned experts is the best way to address the many concerns of the aspiring young pilots.” The need for access to information before taking career decisions cannot be over emphasized.
The theme for this year’s seminar is “Becoming A Professional Pilot: Benefits And Challenges”.
At this year’s seminar, Capt. Chris Najomo, will be the keynote speaker. Invited special guest speakers are, Dr. Alex Nwuba, President of Aircraft owners and pilots Association of Nigeria, Capt. Ado Sanusi, MD/CEO of Aero Contractors, Capt. Abdullahi Zubeir, Director Airport operations, Capt. Roy Ilegbodu,, MD/CEO Ark Airlines, Capt. Benson Ikponmwonsa and Anthony Ayeni of Ibom Air.
This will be a very interactive session as we shall be having Pilots from different Airlines for the Panelist session, discussing becoming a professional Pilot, skills required, what it takes to become one, best schools to attend, funding, training costs, processes involved amongst others.
The crop of Seasoned pilot professionals at this year’s seminar will be having enriching conversations that will help the participants have an in-depth perspective of the Pilot career path.
