Congratulations to the 8 outstanding seaplane pilots on successfully completing their training program!

The leadership of the Vietnam Aviation Academy congratulates the eight seaplane pilots.

Attending the graduation ceremony were Hero Pilot – Colonel Nguyễn Văn Nghĩa (Former Director of the Vietnam Aviation Academy), Rear Admiral Phạm Như Xuân (Deputy Commander of the Navy), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trần Hoài An (Chairman of the Council of the Vietnam Aviation Academy), Dr. Nguyễn Thị Hải Hằng (Director of the Vietnam Aviation Academy), and representatives from both units.

Over the course of three years, the pilots underwent training at the Vietnam Aviation Academy and in France, Italy, and Canada. Their training covered a wide range of subjects, including English proficiency from basic (IELTS 5.5) to advanced ICAO aviation English, commercial pilot licensing, instrument flight certification, crew coordination training, and certification for single-engine and twin-engine seaplane piloting. They also completed conversion training for the DHC-6 Series 400 seaplane.

After three years of rigorous training at the Vietnam Aviation Academy and in France, Italy, and Canada, eight seaplane pilots have successfully completed their program and returned home to serve their country.

Dr. Nguyễn Thị Hải Hằng, Director of the Vietnam Aviation Academy, extended her congratulations to the pilots for their outstanding achievements. She emphasized that the Academy takes great pride in being entrusted by the Vietnam People’s Navy with the mission of training future military pilots. She highlighted the strong collaboration between the two institutions, which has resulted in a well-structured, disciplined, and internationally standardized training program. This partnership ensures that each returning pilot is equipped with not only political steadfastness but also the knowledge and skills necessary to serve in the Naval Air Force, particularly in Brigade 954—the core unit responsible for safeguarding the nation’s maritime sovereignty.

Reflecting on the journey of the pilot trainees, their unwavering dedication is evident. From their early days at the Academy, where they built a foundation in general and aviation-specific English along with fundamental aeronautical knowledge, to their time at ENAC—one of France’s most prestigious pilot training schools—they demonstrated relentless effort. Their training continued with intensive hands-on experience flying the DHC-6 seaplanes in Malta under the guidance of Nordic partners. Each stage of this demanding journey required perseverance, discipline, and an iron will to meet the high standards set by the program.

Vietnam Aviation Academy Faculty Congratulates the Seaplane Pilots

The Vietnam Aviation Academy (VAA) is a proud member of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Trainair Plus program. For over 45 years, the Academy has served as a leading public higher education institution, dedicated to providing high-quality human resources for both domestic and international aviation industries.

In recent years, VAA has continuously strived to innovate and enhance its training quality. The Academy actively incorporates feedback from organizations and individuals to update and refine its training programs, ensuring alignment with real-world demands and global aviation standards. Currently, VAA is implementing various blended learning models, and future cohorts of seaplane pilot trainees will also experience these advancements throughout their education at the Academy.

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