Egyptian Air College, Military academy in Bilbeis, Egypt
Egyptian Air College is a military academy in Bilbeis that trains officer candidates through aviation programs, military strategy, administration, computer science, and languages. Graduates receive both academic credentials and internationally recognized pilot certifications.
The academy was founded in 1939 at the Almaza station near Cairo International Airport and relocated to its current Bilbeis location in 1951. This move provided more space for expanded flight training operations.
The institution integrates students from various Arab nations, Malaysia, and Sub-Saharan Africa into its training programs for military aviation.
Candidates must be Egyptian citizens under age 21 and complete a structured training program at the facility. Students benefit from modern flight equipment and comprehensive classroom instruction throughout their courses.
Former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak taught and directed operations at the academy during the 1950s and 1960s. This connection underscores the institution's role in shaping Egypt's military leadership.
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