We have opened for applications for our pilot courses of fall 2021. Application deadlines vary depending on programs but we encourage applicants to submit their applications in a timely manner.

A recent analysis by the American management consulting firm Oliver Wyman, featured in CNN Business projects that it is just a matter of time until the airline industry will face a pilot shortage.

Due to recent developments and stricter assembly limits Iceland Aviation Academy will close all offices and school buildings from March 25th. The closure will take place until further notice, and meanwhile all classes and courses will be offered in online education where applicable.

Earthquakes have become a regular occurrence in the past few weeks on the Southern Peninsula in the area around the mountain Keilir. Then on Friday, March 19th an eruption started in Fagradalsfjall (beautiful valley mountain) for those who don't speak Icelandic).

In Iceland we live quite close to the elements and feel their power daily – especially wind and cold at this time of year. These days though we are reminded of different elements of their power as earthquakes have become a regular occurrence in the past few weeks and more seismic activity is to be expected.

The number of students at Iceland Aviation Academy is still growing, according to a recent report by the Keilir Academy academic department. Of the 268 students most choose the professional pilot program or 231. A quarter of Iceland Aviation Academy students are women as their numbers have been growing steadily in recent years.

Next Multi-Crew Cooperation Course (MCC) will take place 22 - 24 March @ 17 - 22. The course - which is held at Iceland Aviation Academy facilities in Hafnarfjordur - gives the pilot the rights to work in a multi-crew aircraft.

Theoretical knowledge examinations at ICETRA will be held February 15th - 19th. Here you can find most relevant information regarding the exams. We wish our students the best of luck in the week ahead!

The Flight Instructor Certificate (FI) prepares you for the role as a flight instructor. During the course twelve week program you will learn how to prepare briefings and conduct practical sessions for flight training. The Flight Instructor Certificate is a good way to gain experience after you have finished your commercial pilot training, and it gives you the opportunity to refine your pilot skills. The next course starts on April 12th

Best Holiday Wishes from Iceland Aviation Academy. Our office will be closed for the Holidays from 19 December. We open again 4 January 2020.