In a move to enhance aviation expertise, the Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority has joined forces with Caverton to issue Certificates of Competence in Aircraft Maintenance and Recycling.
According to a statement, the inaugural batch of 14 students, who commenced their training in November 2022, recently received their well-deserved certifications.
The intensive 10-month training programme, conducted by the CCAA Training School in collaboration with the National Advanced School of Engineering, Cameroon, Yaoundé, had set the stage for future aviation professionals.
The partnership, known as CAMRA Training, is a result of the collaboration between the University of Yaounde and the CCAA.
During the 10-month training, four trainees completed their three-month internships at Caverton Helicopters in Ikeja, Lagos, while two gained valuable experience at Caverton Aviation in Cameroon, Douala.
Caverton Helicopters had promised to employ two of the trainees.
It noted that the guests at the graduation ceremony included Cameroon’s Minister of Transport, Jean Nobehe; Director-General of CCAA, Assoumou Koki, and other prominent figures in Cameroon’s aviation sector.
Caverton Offshore Support Group was well-represented by the Group CEO, Olabode Makanjuola, and the Group Chief Operating Officer, Rotimi Makanjuola, alongside other top management staff.
Following the formalities, the event concluded with a group photograph session and a delightful cocktail reception for guests. Caverton Group PLC also presented souvenirs, emphasizing their commitment to fostering excellence in aviation education.
Caverton through its impressive exploits in aviation over the years has constantly placed Nigeria on the global map as the largest indigenous aviation industry in Nigeria and West Africa.
Part of the statement reads, “Recently, Caverton acquired a new helicopter, Bell 429 for its offshore operations in Cameroon, which was the first helicopter type to operate in the West African oil and gas market.
“And its support in training Africans under its wings no doubt is adding value to the economy and human capacity building on the continent.”
