Reorganization of Ukraine's National Aviation University's Flight Academy Commences in Kropyvnytskyi
Date: 2023-10-26 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: COMMUNITY
The reorganization of Ukraine's National Aviation University's Flight Academy has officially commenced in Kropyvnytskyi, according to an announcement made during a briefing by the Acting Chief of the Flight Academy, Sergey Nedilko.
Nedilko explained that the institution currently faces a range of pressing issues that need to be addressed urgently. "When I was offered the position to lead the academy, it was made clear to me that it is in a precarious state. This includes salary arrears, utility payments, and most importantly, the work on unmanned aerial vehicles, a part of aviation, has come to a halt. We are now in the process of liquidating the structural unit 'Flight Academy of the National Aviation University.' This process may take up to three months, while simultaneously establishing the structures of the 'Ukrainian State Flight Academy.' We must reclaim the place we have always held," emphasized Nedilko.
As of today, the arrears for salary payments in the academy under his leadership amount to approximately 11 million hryvnias.
The Acting Chief of the Flight Academy shared that the most significant challenges in working under the National Aviation University's authority were related to the fact that, according to the law, a structural unit is not entitled to have its own flight certificate: "This had to be done through the National Aviation University, and the certificate holder should be at the aerodrome. If an incident occurs, the certificate holder needs to be there within a few minutes to make decisions. Imagine that the certificate holder is in Kyiv, and we have flights here."
Nedilko also revealed plans for cooperation with partners from other countries. For instance, discussions with Korean partners will take place soon to explore new technology for mine detection.
Among the various projects that can be implemented within the institution is the development of a complex that will simulate scenarios for the use of drones in various operations, including search and rescue missions.
"Even a few thousand drones cost less than an airplane, and they can perform complex tasks if appropriate scenarios are developed," stated Nedilko.
He noted that the institution currently faces challenges with its material resources. Successful operations at the Flight Academy will depend on the support of both central and local authorities, as well as the involvement of investors. In the event of new directions being approved, this will also involve the creation of new job opportunities.
Nedilko explained that the institution currently faces a range of pressing issues that need to be addressed urgently. "When I was offered the position to lead the academy, it was made clear to me that it is in a precarious state. This includes salary arrears, utility payments, and most importantly, the work on unmanned aerial vehicles, a part of aviation, has come to a halt. We are now in the process of liquidating the structural unit 'Flight Academy of the National Aviation University.' This process may take up to three months, while simultaneously establishing the structures of the 'Ukrainian State Flight Academy.' We must reclaim the place we have always held," emphasized Nedilko.
As of today, the arrears for salary payments in the academy under his leadership amount to approximately 11 million hryvnias.
The Acting Chief of the Flight Academy shared that the most significant challenges in working under the National Aviation University's authority were related to the fact that, according to the law, a structural unit is not entitled to have its own flight certificate: "This had to be done through the National Aviation University, and the certificate holder should be at the aerodrome. If an incident occurs, the certificate holder needs to be there within a few minutes to make decisions. Imagine that the certificate holder is in Kyiv, and we have flights here."
Nedilko also revealed plans for cooperation with partners from other countries. For instance, discussions with Korean partners will take place soon to explore new technology for mine detection.
Among the various projects that can be implemented within the institution is the development of a complex that will simulate scenarios for the use of drones in various operations, including search and rescue missions.
"Even a few thousand drones cost less than an airplane, and they can perform complex tasks if appropriate scenarios are developed," stated Nedilko.
He noted that the institution currently faces challenges with its material resources. Successful operations at the Flight Academy will depend on the support of both central and local authorities, as well as the involvement of investors. In the event of new directions being approved, this will also involve the creation of new job opportunities.
