Ethiopian Aviation University

EAU, formerly known as the Ethiopian Aviation Academy, is the premier center of aviation education and training in Africa. As a proud member of the Ethiopian Airlines Group, EAU builds on more than six decades of excellence in developing world-class aviation professionals.

Upgraded to university status in 2022, EAU offers accredited degree, diploma, and certificate programs across key aviation disciplines—including piloting, aircraft maintenance, cabin crew training, air traffic services, airport operations, and aviation management. The university’s programs combine hands-on practical training with academic rigor, ensuring graduates are fully equipped to meet global aviation standards.

EAU’s vision is to be a leading aviation university in Africa and beyond, leading, shaping and advancing aviation training, education, research, and innovation that drive sustainable growth in the aviation sector. Its state-of-the-art simulators, modern training aircraft, and industry-aligned curricula make it a hub for excellence and a trusted partner to airlines, regulators, and aviation institutions worldwide.

Ethiopian Aviation University leverages the extensive resources of Ethiopian Airlines, one of the largest airline groups in Africa which encompasses internation passenger airline operations, airports facilities, maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) services, catering services, cargo, and logistics operations, and 5-star hotels that are used to deliver a robust, thoughtfully designed curriculum that is tailored to contemporary aviation industry needs. Through strong industry partnerships and a commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity, Ethiopian Aviation University continues to empower the next generation of aviation professionals who will shape the future of air transport in Africa.

EAU, as a forerunner in aviation and aerospace training and education in Ethiopia and the region, has taken different initiatives to enhance excellence in these fields. EAU designed programs both undergraduate and postgraduate in addition to the wide varieties of aviation trainings to push the boundaries of expertise in the industry. The best and brightest students and faculty are drawn to Ethiopian Aviation University because we push the boundaries of aviation training and education.

EAU provides a diverse portfolio of programs designed to meet the growing demands of the aviation sector, including:

• Bachelor’s Degree Programs
  • Sc. in Aeronautical Engineering
  • Sc. in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
  • Sc. in Aviation Management
• Diploma & Certificate Programs
  • Pilot Training Programs
  • Cabin Crew Training Programs
  • Aircraft Maintenance Technician Training Programs
  • Flight Dispatch and Operations Officer Training Programs
  • Commercial and Ground Handling Training Programs
  • Air Traffic Controllers Training Programs
  • Aviation Safety and Security Trainings
  • Leadership and Management Development Trainings

EAU’s mission is to deliver world-class, industry-relevant aviation education through competency-based training, education, research and innovation, and strategic partnerships with global aviation stakeholders.

Guided by a vision to become a globally recognized hub for aviation excellence, Ethiopian Aviation University continues to shape the future of aviation in Africa and beyond empowering the next generation of professionals to lead the skies.