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Intercontinental Aviation Academy UAE announced a major expansion at Dubai Airshow 2025, signing an MoU to open a new base in Al Ain. Starting February 2026, the base will operate alongside RAK, supported by a new Diamond Aircraft fleet. The expansion increases flying hours, enhances fleet utilization, and strengthens operational flexibility, aligning with FlyIAA’s Vision 2030 strategy to deliver world‑class pilot training across the UAE.
Intercontinental Aviation Academy UAE has announced a strategic collaboration with Flyou to integrate student wellness and performance monitoring into its training programs. Using AI‑driven analytics, the system will track cadet wellbeing, cognitive performance, and readiness, aiming to enhance training quality and safety culture. The pilot program begins in Q2 2026, reinforcing IAA’s commitment to science‑based, student‑centric aviation training.
IAE announced a major fleet expansion with the acquisition of 10 Diamond training aircraft—eight DA40 NG and two DA42‑VI—supporting both A6 (UAE) and EASA registrations. Deliveries begin in 2026, reinforcing IAE’s commitment to modern, fuel‑efficient, and standardized pilot training across its multi‑country bases. The partnership includes maintenance training, instructor familiarisation, and spare parts provisioning, ensuring readiness for FlyIAA’s growing international cadet demand.
At Dubai Airshow 2025, the Aviator Fund was launched as a new aviation investment platform targeting 10% annual asset‑backed yields. Focused on Diamond and Elixir training aircraft under long‑term lease agreements, the fund provides investors with resilient exposure to the $25B global pilot‑training market. Backed by aviation and finance leaders, the initiative combines disciplined asset management with strong investor protections, aligning with FlyIAA’s mission to power global pilot development.
