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May 07, 2024 (newstodate): The Latvian carrier airBaltic aims at bringing the fleet to 100 aircraft by the end of 2030, making the airline the largest A220 customer in Europe, while it continues to be the largest A220-300 operator in the world.
   This will require recruitment of high numbers of cockpit and cabin crews - but put equal pressure on the technical side, as well.
   As a proactive measure, airBaltic has announced the launch of the new airBaltic Technical Academy – a training initiative designed for individuals aiming to start or advance their career in aircraft maintenance.  
   The academy is now accepting applications for its three specialized programs in collaboration with Riga Technical University, Liepaja State Technical School, and the exclusive airBaltic Mechanics program, respectively.
    The carrier expects to recruit and train 400 new aviation maintenance professionals by 2030, aiming to enroll approximately 70 individuals annually.  
   The establishment of the airBaltic Technical Academy is a strategic response to these objectives, providing employment and training in three different streams.  
   Through three programs, the airline offers free education with the opportunity to combine work and studies, as well as guaranteed employment in a highly qualified profession.
   Programs are RTU airBaltic Program: a paid full-time onsite program offered in partnership with Riga Technical University
   LVT airBaltic Program: Conducted in partnership with Liepaja State Technical School, allowing  students to achieve a secondary vocational education degree and an EASA Part-66 certificate.  
    Mechanics Program: From day one, participants receive paid training and employment, working towards an EASA Part-66 certification as certified B1 and B2 technicians.