The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) is signing a landmark framework agreement with the JAA Training Organisation (JAA TO) aimed at enhancing the competencies and expertise of HCAA personnel. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to modernising civil aviation and meeting the evolving demands of the aviation sector.

The agreement is signed during a visit to HCAA headquarters in Spata/Athens, Greece, where Paula V. de Almeida (JAA TO CEO) and Christos Tsitouras (Governor of HCAA) finalise this training service agreement complementing the 2023 signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on sustainable training cooperation.

Under this collaboration, the two organisations strengthen their training relationship to optimise HCAA personnel’s capacity building and organisational effectiveness. The training aligns with the Authority’s strategic objectives of modernising aviation training infrastructure and preparing its workforce to address future challenges and opportunities.

“We are delighted to support the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority in its journey towards safe, secure aviation competency by fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation,” says Paula V. de Almeida, CEO of JAA TO. “This framework agreement exemplifies the expertise and innovative solutions JAA TO provides to HCAA equipping professionals with the lasting competencies vital for their roles in aviation. The rich history of collaboration with HCAA developed into a trusted partnership.”

Speaking on the significance of the collaboration, Christos Tsitouras, Governor of HCAA notes:
“The partnership with JAA TO advances our mission to enhance aviation safety and promote regulatory excellence across Greece. It represents a vital step in strengthening our authority’s commitment to aviation safety performance, operability and sustainability. With HCAA’s focus on staff development, competence and capacity-building we are building the future workforce capable of navigating the complexities of modern aviation.”

This agreement reinforces the shared vision of JAA TO and HCAA to foster safer, more sustainable aviation systems within Europe and beyond.