Farnborough Airport has shared the news of its first inaugural training course in Airport Operations. This training course is created in collaboration with Farnborough College of Technology. The airport has a rich history as a leading force in aviation and the new course will be a wonderful opportunity to gain the skills needed to assist in shaping the future of the aviation industry.

Details of the New Operations Training Course at Farnborough Airport
‘Farnborough Airport Professional Certificate in Airport Operations’ is an inaugural training course tailored for adult learners which combines college studying with practical experience for students. The course provides students with the fundamental knowledge, background and skills required to find a position in the aviation industry. It is also an innovative way for students to get hands-on experience while learning.
The training course will cover a variety of modules such as Airport Operations, Health and Safety, Security, Ground Handling and Customer Service.

Farnborough Airport to Create More Career Opportunities in the Region
By sustaining 3,000 local jobs, Farnborough Airport continues to contribute significantly to the wider region’s development.
It has developed its staff over the years by offering rewarding and stimulating career and job opportunities, especially for Farnborough College of Technology students, 73% of whom reside within a ten-mile radius of Farnborough Airport.
Virginia Barrett, Principal CEO at Farnborough College of Technology said:
The College has a long history of developing local people for careers in aviation. So we are delighted to extend our training to support an even wider number of roles at the Airport to meet demand. I would encourage anyone interested in training for a new career to look into the course and the careers it could lead to.
Another reason for this collaboration is that the airport offers a good working environment and workplace culture. Farnborough Airport was named one of the best workplaces for well-being and development in 2024 and was also listed among the Top 100 Great Places to Work in the UK by Great Place to Work®.
What are your thoughts about this training course and collaboration?