Strategic Partnership Initiative
On August 25th-26th, 2024, the Aviation Engineering Department at Tishk International University initiated significant cooperation agreements with major aviation authorities. Dr. Soorkeu A Atrooshi, Head of the Aviation Engineering Department, conducted productive visits to key aviation institutions in Baghdad.
Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority Collaboration
The ICAA headquarters welcomed TIU’s initiative and committed to comprehensive support in:
Regulatory compliance and standards alignment
ICAA licensing procedures and requirements
Student training programs and implementation
Internship opportunities and coordination
Future employment prospects for graduates
Iraqi Airways Partnership
The meeting with the Director General and Technical Director of Iraqi Airways identified several cooperation areas:
Technical equipment sharing and leasing arrangements
Academic resource development and support
Practical training opportunities for students
Professional development collaborations
Site Visit and Technical Assessment
The visit included examination of:
Decommissioned aircraft at company airfields
Equipment procurement possibilities
Technical resource sharing methodologies
Infrastructure utilization for academic purposes
Outcomes and Future Prospects
The successful visit established:
Strong institutional networks for ongoing dialogue
Framework for comprehensive technical cooperation
Commitment to student technical ability development
Formal invitation for Iraqi Airways leadership to visit TIU
Foundation for long-term collaborative projects
This cooperation represents a significant advancement in aviation engineering education, creating valuable industry-academia partnerships that benefit student development and professional preparation.
Keywords: Aviation Engineering, ICAA Cooperation, Iraqi Airways Partnership, Student Training, Industry Collaboration, Aviation Education, Technical Development, Internship Programs, Academic Partnerships
