Hundreds of Emiratis attend flydubai’s inaugural UAE National Careers Open Day
flydubai’s UAE National Careers Open Day was a major success, welcoming over 500 Emiratis from all seven emirates to its Dubai campus. The turnout highlights the strong interest among UAE nationals in aviation careers and the airline’s commitment to nurturing local talent.
Career Pathways Showcased:
- Engineering Apprentice Programme (AMEL)
- Flight Dispatcher Programme
- Pilot Training (Ab Initio & Second Officer)
- UAE National Graduate Programmes
- Opportunities across operations, corporate, and technical functions
Leadership Perspective:
Nasser Binkherbash, SVP of HR, emphasized that developing the national workforce is a priority, and the strong attendance demonstrates Emiratis’ enthusiasm to be part of the UAE’s aviation future.
Strategic Growth:
- flydubai operates 97 Boeing 737s today.
- Over 300 aircraft on order for the next decade.
- Nearly 7,000 employees, including ~2,000 pilots and engineers.
- Expansion will create thousands of new career opportunities.
Broader Impact
This initiative aligns with the UAE’s national workforce agenda, ensuring Emiratis play a central role in aviation. Structured training, mentorship, and long-term career development are designed to build a sustainable pipeline of skilled professionals.
It’s a smart move by flydubai: as the airline grows, investing in Emirati talent not only strengthens operations but also reinforces its identity as a UAE-based carrier.
