Departmental Seminar
The Aviation Engineering Department at Tishk International University hosted an internal seminar on Iraqi Airways on June 12, 2025. The event was presented by Assist. Professor Dr. Soorkeu Atrooshi from 11:00 to 12:00, providing comprehensive insights into Iraq’s national carrier.
Seminar Content
Historical Overview
The seminar began with an examination of Iraqi Airways’ foundation and early operations, highlighting its significance as Iraq’s national carrier and its role in global connectivity.
Growth and Development
Dr. Atrooshi traced the airline’s expansion through decades, covering:
Fleet development milestones
Route network growth
Service improvement initiatives
Operational evolution
Operational Analysis
The seminar identified key operational and managerial challenges:
Aging fleet management and consistency issues
Service quality and operational standard deficiencies
Safety and regulatory compliance shortcomings
Strategic alliance and partnership limitations
Infrastructure and ground support weaknesses
Root Cause Examination
The presentation explored underlying causes of current deficiencies:
Infrastructure limitations
Technological gaps
Workforce challenges
Operational obstacles
Current Status Update
Dr. Atrooshi provided a comprehensive update as of June 4, 2025, covering:
Current operational status
Financial health assessment
Strategic initiatives progress
Airline positioning in regional market
Seminar Outcomes
The event concluded with:
Interactive review session with participants
Verification of learning objectives
Valuable audience feedback collection
Knowledge exchange on airline operations
This internal seminar provided valuable insights into national carrier operations and challenges, contributing to professional development in aviation management and airline operations.
Keywords: Iraqi Airways, Airline Operations, Aviation Management, Fleet Management, Airline Challenges, Aviation Seminar, National Carrier, Airline Infrastructure, Aviation Education
