Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) has announced “the re-election of Ms. Tendani Ndou, Chief Aviation Training Academy Officer, as President of the Association of African Aviation Training Organisations (AATO).”
This announcement was made during AATO’s 5th General Assembly held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, under the theme, “Aviation Training: Enabler for Industry Innovation, Growth, Resilience and Sustainability.”
The African Aviation Training Organisation (AATO) is a non-profit continental body that “brings together aviation training institutions across Africa to harmonise standards, promote excellence, and expand access to high-quality aviation training.” In attendance at this year’s assembly, participants included representatives from Aviation Training Organisations, Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs), Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs), airline operators, and other industry stakeholders. During the event, “AATO reaffirmed its commitment to implementing a comprehensive training roadmap aimed at meeting Africa’s growing need for skilled aviation professionals.”
According to ATNS, “Ms. Ndou’s re-election is a recognition of her leadership and dedication, and a powerful symbol of the role women play in shaping the future of aviation in Africa.”
Acting CEO, ATNS, Matome Maholola said: “On behalf of the Board, Management and employees, I would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Ndou. We are honoured to have her represent both our organisation and our country at the highest level of aviation training leadership on the continent.”