Acron Aviation President: We look forward to expanding cooperation with EgyptAir Training Academy and offering the latest simulation and operational training solutions
As part of his participation in the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, Egypt's Minister of Civil Aviation Dr. Sameh El Hefny held a meeting with Ron Nie, President of UK-based Acron Aviation, attended by Captain Ahmed Adel, Chairman of EgyptAir Holding Company, and Ayman Thabet, Head of Planning at EgyptAir, to discuss opportunities for cooperation in flight simulators, advanced training systems and the exchange of expertise, helping to develop human resources through EgyptAir Training Academy and the Egyptian Aviation Academy.
The two sides reviewed the latest solutions the company offers in simulation and operational training, and discussed making use of modern technologies to develop training programs for pilots, operating crews and technicians, enhancing the efficiency of the human element, raising operational safety levels and keeping pace with rapid developments in the aviation industry.
Dr. Sameh El Hefny stressed that investing in people is one of the main pillars of the Ministry of Civil Aviation's strategy, noting that keeping up with the latest training and simulation technologies has become essential to prepare qualified staff with the skills needed to handle modern operating systems in line with the best international standards.
El Hefny added that EgyptAir Training Academy is one of the region's leading training institutions, affirming the ministry's keenness to expand cooperation with specialized international companies to transfer knowledge and technology, develop training programs and strengthen the academy's position as a distinguished regional center across civil aviation specializations.
In a related context, Captain Ahmed Adel stressed that developing the training system is one of the main pillars of EgyptAir's strategy, noting that the company continues to update its training programs and make use of the latest simulation technologies, supporting operational efficiency and the national carrier's sustainable development plans.
For his part, Ron Nie, President of Acron Aviation, expressed his pride in cooperating with Egypt's civil aviation sector, affirming the company's aspiration to expand cooperation with EgyptAir Training Academy and the Egyptian Aviation Academy and to offer the latest simulation and advanced training solutions that meet the aviation industry's needs in the coming period. He also presented the company's new corporate identity, officially launched during its participation in the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, its first appearance under the new identity.
Acron Aviation is an international company specializing in aviation technology solutions and simulation and training systems. It is part of Acron Technologies, a group of companies specializing in aviation, defense and rescue, and offers integrated solutions to support the development of training and operating systems in the aviation sector.
