IGA Istanbul Airport and Airbus Become Training Partners

IGA Istanbul Airport, which signed a strategic cooperation agreement in the field of training with Airbus, a leading company in the aviation industry, will facilitate Istanbul's transformation into a global aviation training and development hub. IGA Istanbul Airport has become Airbus's 'first training partner' established directly with an airport operator.

Bringing the 'operational excellence' it has achieved in the global aviation ecosystem to the field of training as well. İGA Istanbul Airport, Through this collaboration with Airbus, the company is adding another strategic milestone to its history. IGA Academy The collaboration, which will be implemented under this umbrella, will utilize Airbus' technical expertise. HDIBy bringing together the strong on-site learning ecosystem of [company name], it combines theoretical knowledge with experience in the world's most intense operational environment. This strategic collaboration, which will be a turning point for Turkish civil aviation, İGA Istanbul AirportThis underscores the company's global educational vision, which centers on competency development and leadership transformation.

Istanbul will become the 'Training and Development Hub' of aviation.

Agreement, İGA Istanbul Airport CEO Selahattin Bilgen and has been operating for over 30 years to develop talent in the aviation field. Adam McGonigal, CEO of Airbus Beyond The agreement was signed by both parties. This collaboration, which enables regional training programs to be held at IGA Istanbul Airport, also reinforces IGA's position as a global knowledge production center. With IGA Academy's field-oriented approach, aviation professionals from all over the world will have the opportunity to observe best practices on-site and gain competence at global standards.

From CEO Bilgen "Human beings are precious." emphasis

Speaking at the signing ceremony IGA Istanbul Airport CEO'This Selahattin BilgenHe emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership with the following words:

“As you know, although we are the aviation hub with the most flights to countries in the world and the highest global connectivity, we have never defined ourselves as just a 'transportation infrastructure'. From the very beginning, our goal has been to be a center that learns, teaches, and directly contributes to the development of the aviation sector. IGA Academy is the most concrete and powerful fruit of this vision. The agreement we have made with Airbus within the framework of IGA Academy also creates a unique ecosystem where theory meets operational reality. The future of our sector will be shaped not only by strong infrastructures but also by much stronger 'human resources'. For us, people are not a resource to be consumed, but a value that enriches and produces benefits for the world. We will continue to invest in people.”

Airbus: "A Shared Commitment for the Next Generation of Leaders"

Airbus Beyond CEO Adam McGonigalIn his statement regarding the collaboration, he noted the following: “The aerospace industry has always been about connecting people. This partnership with IGA Istanbul Airport focuses precisely on that; on the ‘human connection’ at the heart of learning. We are honored to sign a game-changing agreement and to ensure that the next generation of leaders have the competencies they need to move our industry forward.”

Through this partnership with Airbus, IGA Istanbul Airport continues to work towards training the next generation of leaders who will shape the transformation of the aviation sector and making Istanbul a hub of knowledge.

In education too 'Award-winning Airport'

IGA Istanbul Airport's training quality has been recognized with numerous prestigious titles and awards from international platforms to date. IGA Academy holds the highest level of competency certificate awarded by ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization). "Platinum/Excellence Training Center" In addition to having accreditation, it is also recognized by ACI World (International Airports Council). "Accredited Training Partner" It is also known as.

The airport will open to ACI in September 2025. "Airport Customer Experience Accreditation"By achieving a first in Europe, it reached the highest level. Level 5Its ranking had improved, and IGA Academy was awarded a 'special prize' for its sustainable education model.

IGA Academy in Numbers

• Over 20 Trainings: To date, 20,494 different training programs have been organized to improve employees' skills.
• 95% Satisfaction Guaranteed: Participants' satisfaction rate with the trainings exceeded 95 percent.
• Social Benefit Focus: For every 1 Turkish Lira invested in IGA Academy's international training programs, participants received 2,51 Turkish Lira in social benefits.
• Global Experience: "Sister Airports" project and "Temporary Staff Exchange Programs"   HDI While employees gain international experience, foreign professionals are also hosted in Istanbul.

It trains experts for the aviation sector through its various programs and courses offered to more than 100 local, national and international participants. IGA AcademyWith its national and international network of instructors, it is a leading center in global aviation training.