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In a groundbreaking move set to transform the aviation industry’s talent

landscape, Aviation Generation has announced its bold expansion plans for 2025.


This visionary initiative aims to address the critical global shortage of skilled

aviation professionals while supporting the industry’s remarkable post-pandemic

growth and environmental sustainability efforts.


Pioneering a New Era in Aviation Education

Building on the phenomenal success of its trailblazing Heathrow Course,

developed in collaboration with Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College and

Heathrow Airport plus partners, Aviation Generation is now poised to launch its

innovative educational model across national and international stages. This

expansion comes at a pivotal moment, as the aviation sector experiences

unprecedented growth while actively working to minimise its environmental

impact.


Fuelling the Future of Flight

The Aviation Generation Course model represents a paradigm shift in aviation

education, offering a dynamic and sustainable approach to cultivating the next

generation of aviation professionals. By seamlessly integrating industry-led

training into the curriculum, this pioneering programme ensures students are

equipped with cutting-edge skills, mentored by industry veterans, and immersed

in professional-grade facilities and equipment.


Nichola Bates of Boeing Aerospace Xelerated shared her enthusiasm:

“Supporting this scale-up, based on the stellar success at Heathrow, fills me with

immense pride. Our industry desperately needs a sustainable influx of diverse,

skilled talent, and I’m convinced we’ve cracked the code. I urge all industry

stakeholders to rally behind this ‘collaboration before competition’ ethos.”


Charting New Horizons: 2025 Expansion Highlights

Unveiled at the prestigious Air League Annual Reception at the UK Houses of

Parliament, the expansion plans include:


  • Richmond Upon Thames College (part of HRUC) will extend the college group’s delivery to its Richmond campus from September 2025 strengthening the Heathrow skills hub

  • Barnet and Southgate College will introduce the Aviation Generation Level 3

    Course in September 2025 at their Barnet Campus, partnering with a major

    airport and airline (announcement forthcoming).

  • Stockton Sixth Form College (part of TVC) will launch the Aviation Generation Level 3 Course in Stockton-on-Tees in September 2025, also collaborating with key industry partners (to be revealed).


Redefining the Future of Aviation Training

Aviation Generation is a not-for-profit CIC founded by a consortium of

international aviation experts. Their mission: to attract, educate, and retain the

aviation workforce of tomorrow.


The successful debut of the inaugural Aviation Generation course at HRUC’s

Uxbridge College Campus and Heathrow Employment and Skills Academy in

September 2024, in partnership with Heathrow Airport and other industry

leaders, has laid a solid foundation for this ambitious expansion. HRUC serves as

the linchpin for the burgeoning network of educational institutions, both in the

UK and globally. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SztcmLzm1pY


With more innovative courses and locations to be announced in 2025, Aviation

Generation is set to revolutionise industry training, streamlining processes and

directly shaping the future of aviation professionals worldwide. This initiative

promises to be a game-changer in bridging the skills gap and propelling the

aviation industry towards a brighter, more sustainable future.

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