By Sade Williams
All is now set for the second pilot seminar which will be holding on October 4, 2024 at at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority annex, Lagos.
The first one which was organised by the Mentorship Academy of Mamaj Aviation Consult Limited in collaboration with the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology in 2019, in lagos, had Capt. Jim Hassan of the Nigerian college of information technology zaria, Capt. Arome Soni formerly of the Nigerian CAA, Capt. Ejike Wosu of the Nigerian CAA, Capt. Quincy Owen and Ajibade Joshua of Air Peace as speakers.
Convener of the seminar Joy Ogbebo, said in a statement that the increasing demand for information relating to the Pilot profession, has necessitated the need to have this second seminar.
“Since I am not a professional pilot, bringing together seasoned experts is the best way to address the many concerns of the aspiring young pilots. The need for access to information before taking career decisions cannot be over-emphasised.”, she said.
The theme for this year’s seminar is ‘Becoming a professional pilot: Benefits and challenges’
Ogbebo said Capt. Chris Najomo, acting Director General, NCAA will be the keynote speaker.
Other invited special guest speakers are, Dr. Alex Nwuba, President of Aircraft owners and pilots Association of Nigeria, Capt. Ado Sanusi, MD/CEO of Aero Contractors, Capt.Abdullahi Zubeir, Director Airport operations, Capt. Roy Ilegbodu,, MD/CEO Ark Airlines, Capt..Benson Ikponmwonsa and Anthony Ayeni of Ibom Air.
According to her, this will be a very interactive session as we shall be having Pilots from different Airlines for the Panelist session, discussing becoming a professional Pilot, skills required, what it takes to become one, best schools to attend, funding, training costs, processes involved amongst others.
“The crop of seasoned pilot professionals at this year’s seminar will be having enriching conversations that will help the participants have an in-depth perspective of the Pilot career path.” she said
