Chennais Amirta Signs MoU with Malaysia’s UniCAM for International Aviation Training

Chennai, April 8, 2026: Chennais Amirta International Aviation College has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with University College of Aviation Malaysia to provide international training opportunities and enhance global exposure for its students.

The agreement was formalised in Chennai by R. Boomee Nathan, Chairman of Chennais Amirta Group of Institutions, and Umar Abdillah Anwar, Dean of UniCAM, in the presence of senior representatives from Future Dream Academy Malaysia and the college’s academic leadership.

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As part of the collaboration, a four-day international training programme is being conducted from April 6 to 9, featuring global aviation experts and UniCAM alumni. The sessions focus on emerging trends such as Aviation 4.0, digital transformation, the growing role of artificial intelligence, airport operations, flight management innovations, and new career pathways in the aviation sector.

Speaking on the occasion, R. Boomee Nathan said the institution is among the first in South India to offer students hands-on training at international airports as part of their academic curriculum. He highlighted that the college’s infrastructure, including a real-life aircraft model and a miniature airport, enables immersive practical learning. He also noted plans to expand the institution’s presence across India, including a proposed campus in New Delhi.

Highlighting industry demand, he said the aviation sector is expected to require 1.5 to 2 lakh skilled professionals by 2035 across roles such as pilots, cabin crew, engineers and ground staff.

Under the MoU, students enrolled in degree and diploma programmes will complete their initial training in Chennai before moving to Malaysia for the final phase. This includes six months of academic training at UniCAM followed by a six-month internship at Malaysian airports, offering valuable international exposure and hands-on industry experience.

The institution offers programmes such as a Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation, B.Sc. in Air Transport, and Diploma in Aviation and Tourism Management, all aligned with global industry requirements. It also provides International Air Transport Association (IATA) training at no additional cost—an initiative that distinguishes it from many other institutions where such certification involves significant fees.

Officials said the collaboration aims to equip students with industry-relevant skills, global exposure and practical experience, strengthening their readiness for careers in the rapidly evolving aviation sector. The college also continues to support students through initiatives such as education loan assistance, part-time job opportunities and strong placement integration.

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