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Sofia Airport Aviation Training Center to train specialists from all over the world

Photo: BTA -library

The Aviation Training Center at Sofia Airport has received accreditation from the Airports Council International (ACI) and joins the elite group of 21 training hubs, including those at leading European airports such as Munich, Istanbul and Athens. The training center of the Sofia Airport operator becomes the only place in Bulgaria where aviation specialists from all over the world will be trained under ACI programs. Together with the Airports Council International and its lecturers, the center will organize and conduct all training courses from the ACI portfolio, as well as develop programs to enhance the competencies of experts in the aviation sector.


Various courses are currently being held in this country for security, cargo and ground operations, passenger service, safety, etc. The international accreditation is an exceptional recognition and appreciation for the highest standards followed by Sofia Airport in the training of personnel for the aviation industry, said Jesus Caballero, CEO of the concessionaire "SOF Connect", upon receiving the certificate from ACI.

Photos: BTA - library, Sofia Airport



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