Mozambique Dissolves National Aeronautics School, Establishes New Aviation Academy

The Mozambican Council of Ministers has approved the dissolution of the National Aeronautics School (Escola Nacional de Aeronáutica) as part of a broader institutional restructuring of the civil aviation sector. This decision, which repeals Decree No. 37/2006, aims to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, sustainability, and the quality of services within the national aeronautical field. In its place, the government has established the National Academy of Aeronautical Sciences (Academia Nacional de Ciências Aeronáuticas). This new entity will be responsible for training civil aviation professionals in Mozambique. The creation of the academy is intended to address the evolving challenges in the aviation sector at national, regional, and international levels, and to ensure compliance with the standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Key new offerings at the academy will include the reintroduction of fixed-wing aircraft pilot training (airplanes), the return of flight attendant courses, and the introduction of rotary-wing aircraft pilot training (helicopters). The government believes this move will reduce the costs of training professionals abroad, improve operational efficiency and safety in Mozambican civil aviation, and strengthen national sovereignty in this strategic domain. Furthermore, authorities emphasize that specialized, certified professional training, coupled with investments in modern infrastructure and equipment, is crucial for keeping pace with the sector's advancements and meeting international civil aviation demands.