On the morning of March 7, 2026, the Vietnam Aviation Academy, in coordination with the Vietnam People’s Navy, solemnly held the graduation ceremony for the DHC-6 Seaplane Pilot Course 2 and the EC-225 Helicopter Pilot Training Program.
The ceremony was attended by Trần Thanh Nghiêm, Vice Admiral, Member of the Party Central Committee and Commander of the Vietnam People’s Navy, and Trần Hoài An, Professor, PhD, Director of the Vietnam Aviation Academy.
Delegates attending the graduation ceremony
Also in attendance were Nguyễn Văn Nghĩa, Hero of the People’s Armed Forces and former Director of the Vietnam Aviation Academy; Nguyễn Thị Hải Hằng, PhD, former Director of the Vietnam Aviation Academy; Hoàng Lương Ngọc, Rear Admiral and Deputy Chief of Staff of the Vietnam People’s Navy; along with representatives from functional departments of the Vietnam People’s Navy and the Vietnam Aviation Academy.
Vice Admiral Trần Thanh Nghiêm delivers remarks
Among the 20 pilot trainees graduating in this batch, 9 are DHC-6 seaplane pilots and 11 are EC-225 helicopter pilots. The trainees successfully completed the training program in accordance with the planned curriculum, meeting all training objectives and requirements. They also fulfilled the required flight hours and were awarded the Commercial Pilot License (CPL) along with professional flight certifications in line with international aviation standards.
Leaders of the two units present commemorative medals and flowers to the graduates
Trainees of the DHC-6 seaplane pilot course were awarded professional flight certifications including single-engine and multi-engine aircraft ratings, single-engine seaplane rating, and instrument flight ratings (IFR) for both single-engine and multi-engine aircraft.
Meanwhile, trainees of the EC-225 helicopter pilot course received certifications for multi-crew coordination (MCC) training and completion of EC-225 helicopter type rating training, enabling them to operate this aircraft in accordance with professional aviation standards.
Commander of the Navy presents a commemorative gift to Prof. Dr. Trần Hoài An
Throughout the training process, the Vietnam Aviation Academy coordinated with aviation training institutions in Spain and France to organize flight training and ensure appropriate learning and living conditions for trainees during their overseas training period.
After a rigorous and demanding training program, 100% of the trainees successfully completed the curriculum, graduating with good and excellent results, demonstrating strong professional competence and the determination of young military pilots.
Following graduation, the new pilots will return to their units for further operational training, preparing to undertake important missions such as maritime patrol, search and rescue operations, military transport, and safeguarding the nation’s maritime sovereignty.
Delegates and graduates took commemorative photos at the ceremony, marking a memorable milestone for the newly trained pilots.
The coordination in training seaplane pilots for the Vietnam People’s Navy demonstrates the strong training capacity and international cooperation capabilities of the Vietnam Aviation Academy in the field of aviation. The program not only equips trainees with modern aviation knowledge and flight skills but also strengthens their discipline, resilience, and ability to handle complex operational situations in maritime environments.
P.TS & CTSV – TH
