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Emirates opens $135M Crew Training Centre, boosting annual pilot training capacity 54% (45,000 hrs)

emirates.com reports: Expands Emirates’ yearly pilot training capacity by 54% and 45,000 hoursDesigned and built with an investment of US$135 millionDubai, UAE, 16 September 2025: Emirates announced the opening of its new state-of-the-art flight crew training centre, which aligns with the airline’s strategic growth.

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Emirates opens $135M Crew Training Centre, boosting annual pilot training capacity 54% (45,000 hrs)

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Emirates Opens New $136 Million Pilot Training Centre in Dubai

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