Riyadh: Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan patronized the graduation ceremony of the International Aviation Technical College in Riyadh yesterday evening, celebrating the 2025-2026 training year's graduating class of 1,611 male and female graduates in aircraft engineering and maintenance. The ceremony was attended by senior officials, military and executive leaders, and representatives of airlines and related industries.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the ceremony also marked the graduation of the college's first cohort of female trainees in aircraft engineering and maintenance, comprising 48 graduates, in a milestone that reflects the growing participation of Saudi women in advanced technical specialties and strengthens their presence in the aviation sector.

The college offers specialized training programs in aircraft structures, mechanics, avionics, and unmanned aircraft maintenance across various tracks within a training environment that combines theoretical education with practical application. The programs contribute to preparing qualified Saudi technical professionals in line with the needs of the aviation industry.