The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two organisations looks to build on the core strengths of both organisations, combining Eurocontrol’s expertise in air traffic management (ATM) with JAA TO’s robust foundation in aviation regulatory training.
“Fostering collaboration across the aviation ecosystem and meeting the evolving needs of the industry is central to the work of our Aviation Learning Centre. This new partnership with JAA TO will enable us jointly to strengthen our support to European aviation with a new range of high-quality courses, tools and services. Through this MoU, we will maximise synergies, and deliver innovative solutions that advance safety and efficiency in our sector,” said Eurocontrol director general Raúl Medina.
Dutch non-profit JAA TO is the only Platinum Training Centre of Excellence (TCE) in Europe recognised by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). CEO Paula Vieira de Almeida said of the collaboration: “Partnering with Eurocontrol to deliver high-impact, comprehensive joint training solutions will provide significant added value to the global aviation community.
“A first focus will be to develop joint training programmes in the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) domain highlighting our combined expertise in this innovative category. Such a harmonised approach of our two top organisations will empower aviation professionals to gain lasting competence and foster a safe and secure air transport industry.”
